Vice President of Operations

HireNetworks; Boston (MA); Remote; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a Vice President of Operations to oversee company functions, develop strategic plans, and drive growth. The ideal candidate will have extensive operational leadership experience in technology and a proven ability to enhance efficiency. This position starts remote with plans for an office-based role in the future. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in operations management, at least 5 in senior leadership.
• Proven record of operational leadership in technology companies.
• Experience in scaling operations for a rapidly growing tech startup.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the company including product development and human resources.
• Develop strategic plans to optimize organizational efficiency.
• Streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Overview

Vice President of Operations. Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Vice President of Operations to join the team and take ownership of its business operations. The selected individual will help facilitate their continued growth by leading, building and managing functions that drive the company’s strategy and create long-term success. The Vice President of Operations will report to the Chief Executive Officer. They will have direct supervisory responsibility, and executive oversight of all organizational operational and growth functionality. We are looking for an operations executive who is an entrepreneurial, hands-on builder, and thoughtful leader to grow and manage its operations during this time of significant growth. A confident decision-maker, the selected individual has a proven track record of operational leadership in a technology company. The Vice President of Operations will begin as a remote position, with the intention that it will be office-based in the Boston metro in the future.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the company, including product development, engineering, human resources and business development.
• Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize organizational and operational efficiency to drive growth.
• Focus on streamlining processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and fostering a culture of innovation to drive sustainable growth and profitability.
• Oversee day-to-day growth operations from high-level strategy to local level issues.
• Collaborate closely with the CEO to align operations with company vision and goals.
• Closely collaborate with the business development team to align operational strategies with business development initiatives and goals.
• Manage and optimize resource allocation across different departments and projects.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for operational performance.
• Prepare regular reports for senior leadership.
• Lead cross functional teams to drive innovation and improve processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate operational risks and challenges.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Computer Science, or related field; MBA preferred.
• Ten years of experience in operations management, with at least five years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven track record of successful operation operational leadership in technology companies.
• Excellent strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Outstanding leadership and team management abilities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and performance metrics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in scaling operations for a rapidly growing tech startup.

For further information, please contact eitherJeff Chambers at or 919-760-9566 or Judy Protz at or(919)981-6200x315 with questions regarding this posting. A Word resume is preferred when applying. When looking for a job, have you ever heard the phrase…it is not about what you know, it is who you know?

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