VP, Operations

<div> <div> <div> <div id="message-list"> <div id="message-list"> <div> <div> <div> <div id="message-list_1774285746.300319"> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <div> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>The role</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">The Vice President of Operations is responsible for building and scaling a world-class global operations infrastructure that enables aggressive domestic and international growth. This executive leader will drive operational transformation across supply chain, logistics, procurement, manufacturing partnerships, inventory planning, systems optimization, and global market expansion.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This role requires a proven operator who has successfully led large-scale operational growth, international expansion, and business transformation within a regulated consumer products or nutraceutical environment. The VP of Operations serves as a strategic business partner to executive leadership and as an operational enabler, delivering scalable systems, margin expansion, service excellence, and organizational capability.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Employee value proposition</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">This is a high-impact opportunity to lead and transform global operations for a rapidly growing organization positioned for aggressive international expansion. The VP of Operations will play a critical role in building scalable infrastructure, modernizing systems and processes, and shaping the business's future operational strategy.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong><strong>Key performance objectives</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build operational infrastructure capable of supporting $500M+ in global sales</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Successfully establish scalable logistics and supply chain operations in Mexico, Australia, and Canada</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Improve operational efficiency while maintaining or improving service levels</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead enterprise-wide operational transformation initiatives and change management efforts</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strengthen strategic partnerships with global contract manufacturers and logistics providers</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Create scalable systems, processes, and leadership capability to support long-term expansion</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Deliver measurable cost savings and margin expansion through operational excellence</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop high-performing operational leaders and succession talent across markets</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Performance accountabilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead global operations strategy and execution across supply chain, logistics, procurement, planning, warehousing, and manufacturing</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Develop scalable infrastructure, processes, and operational governance</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Oversee global contract manufacturing relationships and sourcing strategies</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Manage third-party logistics and transportation partnerships</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Lead Sales &amp; Operations Planning (S&amp;OP) processes</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Drive operational transformation and enterprise change initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ensure operational readiness for international market expansion</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Optimize ERP, MRP, and supply chain technologies</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Maintain operational compliance within regulated manufacturing environments</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Partner with executive leadership on growth strategy, acquisitions, and operational scalability</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Build and lead high-performing operational teams globally</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Performance qualifications</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Education</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field required</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Advanced degree preferred</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Experience</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">12+ years of progressive operational leadership experience</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">5+ years in Director-level leadership or above</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">3+ years leading global operations for a multinational organization</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proven experience scaling operations during high-growth phases</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Demonstrated success in international expansion and operational transformation</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience integrating acquisitions and global operational infrastructures</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Industry expertise</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Nutraceuticals, food manufacturing, CPG, supplements, powder, ready-to-drink, or regulated manufacturing environments strongly preferred</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience within FDA-regulated environments and familiarity with 21 CFR 111, 117, and FSMA</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong background in global logistics, customs, and international compliance</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><strong>Technical &amp; leadership capabilities</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Expertise in ERP, MRP, and digital supply chain systems</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong financial acumen including P&amp;L and COGS ownership</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Experience with LEAN, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Proven ability to lead large-scale change management initiatives</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Strong executive communication and cross-functional leadership skills</span></li> <li style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Ability to build talent, create accountability, and lead through growth and ambiguity</span></li> </ul> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div id="message-list_bottomSpacer"></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>About Plexus</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Founded in gut health. Experts in microbiome. Plexus Worldwide®, headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona, is a renowned direct-selling company recognized as a top employer. Over the past 18 years, Plexus has dedicated itself to promoting hope, health, and happiness through its scientifically backed, innovative dietary supplements, weight management products, and personal care products, sold primarily through Plexus Brand Ambassadors. As a six-time Best Places to Work awardee, Blue Zone-approved employer, and an AZ Most Admired Company, Plexus prides itself on its robust organizational culture and commitment to community support and philanthropy. &nbsp;Our team is driven by a shared mission to empower individuals to achieve their health and wellness goals while offering additional income through the sale of products. Join us to be part of a team that values people, innovation, wellness, and community impact.</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><strong>Our Core Values</strong></span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We contribute to the overall growth and success of Plexus by embracing the Plexus core values:</span></p> <ul> <li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are One Plexus.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We are accountable.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We get the job done right.</span></li> <li><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">We empower others.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt;"><strong>Benefits</strong></span></p> <ul> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Highly rated and competitive medical plans.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">401 (k) with company match and immediate vesting.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">1-on-1, personalized health coaching.</span></li> <li style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif;">Many other voluntary benefits.</span></li> </ul> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">To learn more about Plexus Worldwide, go to&nbsp;<a href="https://plexusworldwide.com/careers">https://plexusworldwide.com/careers</a>.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family: verdana, geneva, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Thank you for taking the time to apply for an opportunity with our One Plexus team! 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