Vice President of Operations

KLA Industries; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KLA Industries, Inc. seeks a strategic Vice President of Operations to lead a multi-site 3PL network, drive profitability, and develop high-performing teams across warehousing, distribution, and value-added services.

The role requires hands-on leadership, strong P&L acumen, and the ability to scale operations while implementing lean processes. On-site Bowling Green with regional travel is expected.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in 3PL, warehousing, distribution, or related industries.
• 5+ years of experience overseeing multi-site operations through directors or senior leaders.
• Proven experience managing full P&L across multiple facilities.
• Experience launching new facilities and managing growth with customer accounts.
• Strong understanding of WMS, labor management, KPIs, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, and logistics operations across multiple sites.
• Develop and mentor Directors of Operations, Operations Excellence, and Safety.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility with focus on profitability and efficiency.
• Establish standardized procedures, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive safety, inventory accuracy, customer service, and employee retention improvements.
• Lead new facility startups and client implementations.
• Partner with Sales and executives on growth, pricing, and planning.
• Utilize WMS, EDI, and reporting to improve visibility and decision-making.
• Implement labor management strategies and cost-saving measures.
• Build leadership depth through coaching and development.
• Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across locations.
• Participate in executive budgeting and strategic planning.

Skills

Operations leadership

P&L management

Multi-site leadership

WMS & EDI

Strategic planning

Team development

Safety & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Deposco WMS

EDI integrations

Operational dashboards

Job description

Vice President of Operations – Multi-Site 3PL & Warehousing

Location: Bowling Green, KY
Schedule: Full-Time | On-Site with Regional Travel
Industry: Third-Party Logistics (3PL), Warehousing & Distribution

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an experienced Vice President of Operations to lead and overhaul a growing, multi-state third-party logistics (3PL) network. This executive will be responsible for operational performance, profitability, leadership development, and continuous improvement across multiple warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, and value-added service facilities.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on, results-driven leader with extensive multi-site operations experience, strong P&L management skills, and a proven ability to build high-performing teams while driving operational excellence.

This position reports directly to the CEO and plays a key role in the organization's continued growth and strategic direction.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, and logistics operations across six states.

• Manage and develop Directors of Operations, Operations Excellence, and Safety, ensuring accountability and consistent performance.

• Maintain full P&L responsibility, focusing on profitability, cost control, labor productivity, and operational efficiency.

• Establish standardized operating procedures, performance metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives across all locations.

• Drive improvements in safety, inventory accuracy, customer service, employee retention, and overall operational performance.

• Lead new facility startups, customer implementations, and operational expansions.

• Partner with Sales and executive leadership on business growth, customer relationships, pricing strategies, and operational planning.

• Utilize warehouse management systems (WMS), EDI, and operational reporting to improve visibility, forecasting, and decision-making.

• Implement labor management strategies, productivity standards, and cost-saving initiatives.

• Build a strong leadership pipeline through coaching, mentoring, and employee development.

• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, operational standards, and customer requirements.

• Participate in executive-level strategic planning, budgeting, capital investments, and organizational development.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in 3PL, warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, or a closely related industry.

• 5+ years of experience overseeing multi-site operations through directors, regional managers, or senior leadership teams.

• Proven experience managing full P&L responsibilities across multiple facilities.

• Demonstrated success improving operational efficiency, profitability, safety, labor productivity, and customer satisfaction.

• Experience launching new facilities, implementing major customer accounts, or managing operational growth.

• Strong understanding of warehouse management systems (WMS), labor management, KPIs, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and strategic planning skills.

• Ability to lead geographically dispersed teams while maintaining operational consistency.

• Willingness to work on-site in Bowling Green, KY, with regular travel throughout the regional operating network.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field. Equivalent executive-level experience will be considered.

• Experience in food-grade, FDA-regulated, manufacturing-support, or other highly regulated logistics environments.

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, engineered labor standards, and process improvement.

• Experience with Deposco WMS, EDI integrations, and operational reporting dashboards.

What We're Looking For

Our client is looking for a strategic leader who is equally comfortable reviewing financial performance, developing senior leadership teams, meeting with customers, and walking the warehouse floor.

The successful candidate will have a track record of scaling operations, improving profitability, developing strong leaders, and implementing systems that support long-term growth.

This is an opportunity to play a significant role in shaping the future of a growing logistics organization.