VP of Operations (Natural Health Food, Hybrid)

CPG Connect; Mississauga; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing Natural Health Products company in Mississauga seeks a VP of Operations to oversee supply chain and manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the food and beverage industry and a proven track record in strategic leadership and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in food and beverage operations.
• Experience in managing outsourced manufacturing relationships and supply chain logistics.
• Knowledge of Canadian food safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead operations team of 10, ensuring accountability and operational excellence.
• Manage relationships with third-party manufacturers for quality and delivery.
• Establish KPIs for production, supply chain efficiency, and profitability.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Data-Driven Decision Making

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management or related field

CSCP, CPIM, or SCMP designation

Tools

Microsoft Office

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VP of Operations (Natural Health Food, Hybrid)

Do you have a proventrack record of leading high-performing operations teams and drivingoperational excellence in the natural health food industry?

Are you ready to takeownership of end-to-end manufacturing, supply chain, and logistics functions tosupport the growth of a fast-expanding natural health products company?

If so, this VicePresident of Operations role, focused on outsourced manufacturing oversight,supply chain optimization, and strategic operational leadership in naturalhealth foods, functional beverages, and supplements - could be your next greatcareer opportunity.

Our client, a rapidly growing Natural HealthProducts company, with their office located in Mississauga, ON, is seeking tohire a VP of Operations to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days per week inthe office for collaboration and team leadership.

Reporting to the President, the Vice President of Operations will lead andoversee company operations, which will include overseeing a team of 10 responsiblefor end-to-end oversight of outsourced manufacturing, supply chain, andlogistics operations.

The ideal candidate will have significantexperience in the food and beverage industry overseeing outsourced manufacturingand supply chain logistics, with a preference for those familiar with thebeverage or snack sectors. This position requires strong contract negotiationskills, KPI management expertise, and a focus on driving profitability andoperational excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

OperationsLeadership:

• Lead and develop ahigh-performing operations team of 10 professionals, fostering a culture ofaccountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.

OutsourcedManufacturing Oversight:

• Managerelationships with third-party manufacturers, ensuring production meetsquality, cost, and delivery expectations. Negotiate contracts and serviceagreements to optimize cost-efficiency and performance.

Supply Chain &Logistics Management:

• Overseeprocurement of raw materials and distribution of finished goods, ensuring areliable, cost-effective supply chain that supports business growth andcustomer satisfaction.

PerformanceMonitoring:

• Establish, review,and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) related to production, supplychain efficiency, cost control, and profitability. Implement corrective actionsto meet or exceed targets.

Strategic Planning& Execution:

• Collaborate withexecutive leadership to develop and execute operational strategies aligned withcompany goals, focusing on scalability, quality, and market responsiveness.
• Develop and manageoperational budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and ensureprofitability targets are achieved.

Compliance &Quality Assurance:

• Ensure alloperations comply with relevant Canadian food safety regulations and industrystandards, maintaining rigorous quality control throughout the supply chain.
• Work closely withSales, Marketing, R&D, and Finance teams to align operations with overallbusiness objectives and support product innovation and market expansion.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, orrelated field, or equivalent experience.
• CSCP, CPIM, or SCMP designation is considered an asset.

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 10 yearsof progressive leadership experience in operations within the food and beverageindustry, preferably with exposure to beverage or snack manufacturing.
• Experience leadingteams, developing talent, and fostering a collaborative work environment.
• Proven expertisein managing outsourced manufacturing relationships and supply chain logistics.
• Demonstratedability to analyze and act on operational KPIs to drive performanceimprovements.
• Proven contractnegotiation skills and experience managing vendor partnerships.
• Knowledge ofCanadian food safety regulations and quality assurance best practices.
• Proficient in theuse of the Microsoft Office software suite.

SKILLS:

• Strong negotiationand supplier management.
• Excellentcommunication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.
• Strategic thinkerwith a hands-on approach to operational challenges.
• Data-drivendecision maker with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Strong leadershippresence with the ability to influence at all organizational levels.
• Adaptability andresilience in a fast-paced, evolving industry.

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