Division Vice President, Operations - Advanced Surgical

Advanced Surgical Business Unit (AS BU)

Company Overview: We are a leading global healthcare manufacturing company committed to delivering innovative solutions in advanced surgical technologies. With a dedication to operational excellence and strategic growth, we are positioned for significant expansion and impact in the healthcare industry.

Job Description: As the Divisional Vice President of Operations and Supply Chain for our Advanced Surgical (AS) Business Unit (BU), you will hold a critical leadership role overseeing all operational and procurement/supply chain functions within the AS BU on a global scale. You will be instrumental in driving operational efficiency, scalability, and growth to support the ambitious targets of the AS BU.

Key Responsibilities

• Operational Leadership:
• Provide strategic direction and leadership for all operational functions, including manufacturing operations, procurement, and supply chain management, across the AS BU globally.
• Champion the "safety-first" mindset and instill a culture of safety throughout the organization.
• Propagate key operational metrics and goals to drive ongoing continuous improvement and problem-solving strength.
• Develop and implement strategies to foster the development of future operations leadership within the AS BU.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and own the ongoing business strategy for the AS BU.
• Develop an Operations process, sourcing, and performance roadmap aligned with the business and commercial strategy.
• Manage and perform to an annual Operations budget, including revenue, cost savings, profitability, capital investments, and inventory levels.
• Support the development and transfer to manufacturing of new products, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Operational Excellence:
• Instill a metric and results-based operational culture at all manufacturing sites, regularly reporting and driving continual improvement of key performance metrics.
• Improve manufacturing processes and plant capacity optimization across the enterprise.
• Mature strategic sourcing and procurement organizations to secure more robust supply chains and better utilize resources.
  

Critical Success Factors

• Leadership:
• Demonstrate accountability for all plant operations and instill a safety-first mindset throughout the AS BU.
• Propagate key operational metrics and goals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Business Partnering:
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and own the ongoing business strategy, ensuring alignment with operational objectives.
• Operational Excellence:
• Instill a metric and results-based operational culture, driving continual improvement of key performance metrics.
• Mature strategic sourcing and procurement organizations, building a lean culture of continuous improvement.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; MBA strongly preferred.
• Minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience, including 7 to 10+ years of leadership experience in key operations roles, with a focus on manufacturing and supply chain management.
• Proven track record of driving operational transformation initiatives, including global footprint optimization and scalability.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budget management, cost optimization, and financial reporting.
• Experience in the healthcare or medical device industry preferred.