VP, Business Transformation

Ladders; United States; Remote; USD 176,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching program

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Ladders is seeking a VP, Business Transformation to lead enterprise transformation across a diversified Manufacturing & Automotive footprint. The role partners with senior leadership to translate strategy into actionable roadmaps and practical initiatives that connect COEs with business units.

The ideal candidate will bring influence, financial acumen, and transformation leadership to align stakeholders and deliver measurable results across multiple businesses. Remote work available in the US.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, finance, marketing, information technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to identify high-value opportunities for business performance improvement.
• Serve as the primary connector between businesses and Centers of Excellence (COEs).
• Translate COE methodologies into practical, business-specific approaches.
• Leverage existing expertise before adding new resources.
• Establish clear objectives and measures for capability deployment initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional transformation initiatives to enhance growth and operational performance.
• Create transformation roadmaps aligned with company strategy.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Financial acumen

Influence without authority

Lean

Digital transformation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree

Job description

For our client, we are seeking a VP, Business Transformation to join the team of a leader in the Manufacturing & Automotive space.

This leader will drive enterprise transformation efforts that improve performance, strengthen execution, and accelerate measurable business outcomes across a diversified manufacturing environment. The role will partner closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to translate strategic priorities into practical, business-specific initiatives. A key focus will be connecting business units with centers of excellence, leveraging existing capabilities, and building roadmaps that support growth and operational improvement.

The ideal candidate will bring the influence, financial acumen, and transformation leadership needed to align stakeholders and deliver results across multiple businesses.

Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available

Compensation: $176,000 – $264,000 annually

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to identify high-value opportunities for business performance improvement.
• Serve as the primary connector between businesses and Centers of Excellence (COEs).
• Translate COE methodologies into practical, business-specific approaches.
• Leverage existing expertise before adding new resources.
• Establish clear objectives and measures for capability deployment initiatives.
• Lead cross-functional transformation initiatives to enhance growth and operational performance.
• Create transformation roadmaps aligned with company strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations, finance, marketing, information technology, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in business transformation, operational excellence, or enterprise change.
• Proven success leading complex, cross-functional initiatives across multiple businesses.
• Experience with Lean, 80/20, or digital transformation.
• Ability to influence senior leaders and drive results without direct authority.
• Experience in a decentralized, diversified, or multi-business environment preferred.
• Strong financial acumen with the ability to connect transformation priorities to measurable outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) matching program.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Collaborative work environment focused on innovation and improvement.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.