VP Operations - School Nutrition & Services Leader

Aramark; Jacksonville (FL); Hybrid; USD 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark Student Nutrition seeks a Vice President of Operations to oversee a major contracted-services account in the U.S. with a substantial revenue base.

You will galvanize a large team, drive efficiency, margin improvements and client retention while shaping a forward-looking operations strategy across multiple functions. You will partner with senior leaders to deliver innovative services and scalable processes, expanding service lines and optimizing contractual outcomes for school districts.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10-12 years of progressive responsibility in general management with full P&L responsibility.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships that are high, wide and deep.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and driving business process improvements.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with executives at all levels.
• Ability to manage multiple projects remotely in a dispersed organization.

Responsibilities

• Manage all facets of the area including sales, finance, human resources, and customer service including full P&L accountability.
• Drive new sales growth within existing client base and ensure the delivery of exceptional customer service.
• Develop short- and long-term operational strategies in partnership with senior team members and lead the design, development, and execution of those strategies to achieve measurable outcomes in a timely, cost-effective manner.
• Lead and manage a highly productive, motivated and driven team through strong communication, empowerment, reward, and coaching techniques. Maintain close working relationships with partner group in functional areas, including Sales, Human Resources, Finance, Marketing, Supply Chain, and Compliance.
• Partner with the business unit leaders and other key stakeholders to inspire change and implement new business processes.

Skills

P&L accountability

Sales growth

Operational strategy

Team leadership

Stakeholder collaboration

Remote project management

Talent development

Communication skills

Executive presentation

Job description

Aramark Student Nutrition seeks a Vice President of Operations to oversee a major contracted-services account in the U.S. with a substantial revenue base.

You will galvanize a large team, drive efficiency, margin improvements and client retention while shaping a forward-looking operations strategy across multiple functions. You will partner with senior leaders to deliver innovative services and scalable processes, expanding service lines and optimizing contractual outcomes for school districts.