Job Abstract

ROLE SUMMARY:

The VP of Operations partners cross-functionally throughout the organization to effectively optimize workflows and productivity for the Company’s manufacturing and distribution arms. The successful incumbent is a proven leader who is proficient at building culture as well as processes and structures to support fast growth and scalability. Reports directly to the COO.

WHAT YOU’RE GOOD AT:

• Coaching and Developing people
• You understand operations and the importance of all relevant moving pieces
• You are a self-starter who is organized, adaptable, and able to embrace continuous and rapid change
• You are a solid team player adept at building strong relationships internally and externally
• You excel at problem solving and enjoy being in a fast-changing environment while diplomatically adding an element of precision
• You are a confident decision maker with the ability to build consensus

WHAT YOU’VE DONE: (QUALIFICATIONS)

• Able to motivate and inspire a team to achieve results while promoting our happy, hungry, focused culture
• College degree or equivalent work experience
• 3-5 years of management experience in a senior operations role with a complex reporting structure
• Lean manufacturing experience in cannabis, food or beverage processing, or a highly regulated and fast-moving consumer goods environment is preferred
• Proficient with ERP systems
• Keen ability to identify opportunities for continuous improvement
• Organized and able to meet multiple competing priorities
• Change management knowledge and capabilities
• Strategic thinker with an analytical mindset and systems-oriented point-of-view
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Good verbal and written communication skills

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING: (ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES)

• Provide direction, coaching, and development of direct reports
• Evaluate existing processes and rapidly help optimize operations
• Design and build new processes and structures
• Drive internal continuous improvement initiatives by identifying metrics and measurements and creating a process to assess performance, performing SWOT analysis and utilizing other analytical approaches to propose changes/new approaches
• Troubleshoot and lead department enhancements regarding supply chain, manufacturing and distribution issues as they occur
• Coordinate, monitor, and adjust production requirements cross-functionally, working closely with production, supply chain, and distribution to enhance production efficiency and flows
• Create and implement automation solutions
• Analyze production capabilities and outputs for current and new products and make recommendations on internal vs. external options considering ROI, QC, speed-to-market, capabilities, etc.
• Forecast, schedule and plan for production and supply chain management for current and proposed new products by working strategically with key leaders
• Ensure production requirements are executed successfully and deadlines are met
• Assist with development and management of operations budget
• Develop processes to manage 3rd party co-manufacturers
• Maintain start-up mentality with a willingness to roll up sleeves, collaborate for the greater good and build something bigger than ourselves

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to lift, push, pull up to 25lbs
• Able to stand and walk for 8+ hours per day
• Able to work on a computer for 8+ hours per day
• Able to climb ladders and work at significant heights if needed
• Clear verbal/written communication skills
• Able to work in a variety of environments including office, warehouse, outdoor farms, etc.

Mammoth Distribution provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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