Job Summary

The SVP, Global Operations & Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing the company's global operations strategy across manufacturing, sourcing, supply chain, product development, technology-enabled operations, and business transformation. This executive manages the end-to-end value chain, from product concept through customer delivery, ensuring operational excellence, scalability, innovation, and financial performance across all global operations business units.

This role partners closely with executive leadership to align operations with corporate strategy, driving growth through integrated planning, digital transformation, supply chain resilience, and continuous improvement. This role oversees global manufacturing, procurement, logistics, demand planning, technology platforms supporting operations, and enterprise business processes while fostering collaboration across product, finance, commercial, technology, and regional leadership teams. Leads multiple global functions with enterprise-wide responsibility including; Global Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, Procurement & Strategic Sourcing, Distribution & Logistics, Product Development Operations, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP/IBP), Operational Technology & Business Systems, Enterprise Process Excellence, Business Transformation & Continuous Improvement.

The successful leader will leverage modern technology, data analytics, automation, AI, ERP systems, and digital supply chain capabilities to improve efficiency, customer experience, and enterprise performance while building a resilient, agile, and sustainable global operating model.

Essential Functions

Description

Advanced knowledge of global business models, market dynamics, and the economic drivers of growth and profitability.
Strong understanding of corporate finance, enterprise risk, governance, regulatory compliance, and fiduciary responsibilities.
Working knowledge of mergers, acquisitions, integrations, and international business expansion.
Understanding of organizational design, workforce planning, talent development, and succession management.
Awareness of emerging technologies, geopolitical trends, and regulatory developments affecting global operations.
Exceptional executive communication, presentation, negotiation, and stakeholder-management skills.
Strong financial acumen, analytical reasoning, and data-informed decision-making skills.
Demonstrated skill in leading enterprise transformation and managing complex organizational change.
Strong relationship-building and influencing skills across functions, cultures, and organizational levels.
Proven ability to attract, develop, coach, and retain senior leaders and diverse global talent.
Exercise sound judgment and make timely decisions in complex, ambiguous, and high-pressure environments.
Think systemically, identify enterprise-wide implications, and balance competing strategic priorities.
Inspire confidence, build consensus, and constructively challenge executive leadership.
Operate effectively across geographic regions, cultures, regulatory environments, and business models.
Demonstrate integrity, accountability, adaptability, resilience, and a strong customer-focused mindset.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without cause.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Information Systems, or related discipline required.
Master's Degree or advanced degree preferred.
Minimum 20+ years
of progressive executive leadership experience across global operations, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, or technology-enabled operations.
Demonstrated success leading large-scale global organizations through transformation and growth.
Experience implementing enterprise technology platforms including ERP, PLM, WMS, TMS, APS, CRM, business intelligence, and AI-enabled operational tools.