Vice President of Operations

VMC Group; Bloomingdale (NJ); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Generous annual time off policy

12 Company-Paid holidays

A Solid Wellness Program

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

VMC Group is seeking a Vice President of Operations to oversee all manufacturing operations across its facilities in Bloomingdale, New Jersey. This role is crucial in driving operational excellence and ensuring alignment with strategic growth. The VP will be responsible for production, supply chain coordination, and continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging ERP systems like Epicor to enhance performance.

The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in multi-site management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to quality and safety standards. The position offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a generous time-off policy.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations.
• 5+ years in senior leadership (Director or VP level) in a multi-site environment.
• Proven expertise in ERP-driven operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations across multiple sites.
• Develop and execute operational strategy aligned with corporate growth.
• Implement standard work and operational KPIs across facilities.

Skills

Strategic operational leadership

Data-driven decision making

Strong financial acumen (P&L ownership)

ERP and systems-driven execution mindset

Cross-functional collaboration

Change management

Hands-on leadership

Education

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

MBA preferred

Tools

Epicor

SAP

Oracle

Job description

The Vice President of Operations is a senior executive responsible for leading and integrating all aspects of manufacturing operations across VMC Group’s facilities. This role drives operational excellence, safety, quality, and on‑time delivery while ensuring alignment with strategic growth, customer commitments, and enterprise planning systems. The VP of Operations will oversee production, supply chain coordination, plant performance, and continuous improvement initiatives across multiple sites. This leader will play a critical role in advancing ERP‑enabled operations (Epicor/Kinetic), strengthening S&OP discipline, and scaling manufacturing capacity to support both standard and engineered‑to‑order product lines.

Key Responsibilities Not Limited To:

Operational Leadership & Strategy

• Lead end‑to‑end manufacturing operations across multiple sites (production, assembly, fabrication, and support functions)
• Develop and execute operational strategy aligned with corporate growth, margin, and delivery objectives
• Establish scalable processes to support engineered‑to‑order and high‑mix production environments
• Partner with executive leadership on long‑term capacity planning and footprint optimization

Production & Plant Management

• Oversee plant managers and manufacturing leadership teams
• Ensure production schedules are executed efficiently and aligned with ERP‑driven demand planning
• Drive improvements in throughput, cycle time, utilization, and on‑time delivery performance
• Implement standard work and operational KPIs across facilities

Supply Chain & S&OP Integration

• Partner closely with supply chain and planning leadership to ensure material availability and production alignment
• Lead and mature Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
• Ensure ERP accuracy and discipline across production, inventory, and scheduling functions
• Support demand‑driven planning using Epicor Kinetic

Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

• Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives
• Identify and eliminate waste across production and administrative processesDrive standardization across plants while enabling flexibility for custom engineering requirements
• Lead capital improvement planning and ROI analysis for operational investments

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, OSHA standards, and internal policies
• Maintain high‑quality manufacturing standards and continuous improvement in defect reduction
• Support audit readiness and regulatory compliance across all facilities

Leadership & Talent Development

• Build and lead high‑performing operations teams across multiple sites
• Develop succession plans and strengthen leadership pipeline within operations
• Promote a culture of accountability, safety, collaboration, and performance excellence

Financial & Performance Management

• Own operational P&L performance in partnership with finance leadership
• Manage labor efficiency, overhead costs, scrap, and material utilization
• Deliver measurable improvements in EBITDA contribution through operational execution

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 10+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing operations
• 5+ years in senior leadership (Director or VP level) in a multi‑site environment
• Strong experience in engineered‑to‑order or custom manufacturing environments
• Proven expertise in ERP‑driven operations (Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar systems)
• Deep knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience leading S&OP or IBP processes in a manufacturing setting

Key Competencies

• Strategic operational leadership
• Data‑driven decision making
• Strong financial acumen (P&L ownership)
• ERP and systems‑driven execution mindset
• Cross‑functional collaboration (Engineering, Supply Chain, Sales)
• Change management and transformation leadership
• Hands‑on leadership style with ability to operate at both strategic and tactical levels

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance
• 401K with company match
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Generous annual time off policy
• 12 Company‑Paid holidays
• A Solid Wellness Program to support your personal health goals
• Professional development opportunities

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.