Vice President of Operations

About the position

This position will provide leadership and strategic vision to the Seats USA Industrial and operations organization. This position will manage, and where necessary, implement new operational, managerial and administrative procedures, reporting structures and operational controls to the company. The General Manager will effectively communicate and foster growth among the executive team and all employees. This is a vital leadership role that will drive results, spur growth and increase the overall efficiency of the Gainesville business unit. This role works under the general direction of the BU CEO to meet the objectives and goals set forth by the Group and the BU CEO.

Responsibilities

• Provide management and leadership to the staff and organization that aligns with the company's business plan, overall strategic vision and the Safran Leadership Model.
• In conjunction with Chihuahua, Mexico's leadership, lead, guide and direct operational synergies between Gainesville and Chihuahua to ensure successful operational alignment between the facilities.
• Assist executive team members in creating, growing and building a world class, industry leading aerospace organization.
• Drive company results from both an operational and financial perspective working closely with the CFO, President and other key executive team members.
• Set challenging and realistic goals for growth, performance and profitability.
• Create effective measurement tools to gauge the efficiency and effectiveness of internal and external operational processes.
• Provide accurate and timely reports outlining the operational condition of the business unit.
• Spearhead the development, communication and implementation of effective growth strategies and lean processes using continuous process improvement tools.
• Work with other BU executive team members on budgeting, forecasting and resource allocation programs.