Chief Operations & Growth Leader (Multi-Site 3PL)

Launching Point; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Launching Point is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead a growing multi-state 3PL and warehousing network. This executive will drive profitability, operational excellence, and leadership development across six states and multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong P&L management, and a proven ability to scale operations, improve safety, and deliver value to customers. This on-site role requires travel within the region.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership in 3PL/logistics.
• 5+ years overseeing multi-site operations through directors/regional managers.
• Proven P&L responsibility across multiple facilities.
• Track record of improving profitability, safety, labor productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Experience launching new facilities and managing operational growth.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, labor management, KPIs and continuous improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning.
• Willingness to work on-site in Bowling Green, KY with regional travel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, and logistics operations across six states.
• Manage and develop Directors of Operations, Operations Excellence, and Safety.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility, focusing on profitability, cost control, labor productivity, and efficiency.
• Establish SOPs, performance metrics, and continuous improvement across locations.
• Drive improvements in safety, inventory accuracy, customer service, and retention.
• Lead new facility startups, customer implementations, and expansions.
• Partner with Sales and leadership on growth, pricing, and planning.
• Utilize WMS, EDI, and reporting to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Implement labor management strategies and cost-saving initiatives.
• Build leadership pipeline through coaching and development.
• Ensure safety compliance and customer requirements.
• Participate in executive budgeting, investments, and org development.

Skills

Strategic leadership

P&L management

Multi-site operations

Team development

WMS expertise

Executive communication

Market expansion

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

WMS systems

Deposco WMS

EDI integrations

Operational dashboards

Job description

Launching Point is seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead a growing multi-state 3PL and warehousing network. This executive will drive profitability, operational excellence, and leadership development across six states and multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate brings hands-on leadership, strong P&L management, and a proven ability to scale operations, improve safety, and deliver value to customers. This on-site role requires travel within the region.