Vice President of Operations

Connectly Recruiting; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Connectly Recruiting is seeking a strategic, hands-on Vice President of Operations to lead a growing multi-state 3PL network. This executive will own profitability, develop leaders, and drive continuous improvement across warehousing, distribution, and value-added services.

The role is on-site in Bowling Green, KY with regional travel and direct reports to the CEO. You will oversee six states, manage Directors of Operations and Safety, implement standardized metrics, and partner with sales on

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in 3PL, warehousing, or related fields.
• 5+ years of multi-site leadership through directors or regional managers.
• Proven experience managing full P&L across multiple facilities.
• Demonstrated track record of improving efficiency, profitability, safety, and customer satisfaction.
• Experience launching new facilities or managing operational growth.
• Strong knowledge of WMS, labor management, KPIs, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee multi-site warehousing, distribution, fulfillment, and logistics operations across six states.
• Develop and supervise Directors of Operations, Operations Excellence, and Safety.
• Maintain full P&L responsibility with focus on profitability and cost control.
• Establish standardized procedures, metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Drive safety, inventory accuracy, customer service, and labor productivity improvements.
• Lead new facility startups, customer implementations, and expansions.
• Collaborate with Sales and executive leadership on growth and planning.
• Utilize WMS, EDI, and reporting tools to improve visibility and decision making.
• Implement labor management strategies and productivity standards.
• Build leadership pipeline through coaching and development.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and customer requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

P&L management

People development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain

Tools

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.