VP of Manufacturing - Food and Private Equity - Remote

CSG Talent; United States; Remote; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading food manufacturer is seeking a VP of Manufacturing to oversee operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have at least 15 years of experience in food manufacturing and a proven ability to lead complex teams. This full-time position emphasizes innovation and improvement while managing budgets and driving operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of experience in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to lead large and complex teams.
• Experience in multi-site operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team responsible for manufacturing and supply chain.
• Manage the operational strategy for multiple manufacturing plants.
• Implement Lean methodology to simplify production processes.

Skills

Leadership

Supply chain management

Lean methodology

Innovation

Budget management

Education

Degree in Engineering, Food Science or Business Management

Job description

VP of Manufacturing - Food and Private Equity - Remote

Our client is a leading food manufacturer across the USA, mainly focusing on short shelf life food products. They require a proven VP of Manufacturing who will have 4 sites under them. The VP of Manufacturing reports to the COO and will be part of the senior leadership team responsible for driving best-in-class operational performance across a highly complex set of plants.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading and developing a team of Managers responsible for manufacturing, engineering, technology and supply chain activities
• Full responsibility for the supply chain, including strategic and operational management of manufacturing plants
• Driving the simplification of production processes through standardization, technology and innovation, and the implementation of Lean methodology
• Building integrated processes in supply chain by working with all functions in the Group and tracking performance through effective KPIs, budgeting and forecasting
• Effectively manage raw material and labour budgets in line with standard costings
• Develop the continuous improvement strategy
• Develop a lean manufacturing strategy
• Reduce costs on line with general business strategy

About you

• Degree-level educated in a related field - Engineering, Food Science or Business Management
• A minimum of 15 years' experience in a food manufacturing environment
• Ability to lead large and complex teams
• Experience in a multi-site operations is essential
• Ability to demonstrate a high drive for results
• Strong examples of growing and developing a pipeline of talent
• Strong commercial acumen Able to identify trends and react swiftly to an ever-changing environment.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Manufacturing

Industries

• Food and Beverage Manufacturing and Dairy Product Manufacturing