The Vice President of Operational Excellence (VP OpEx) is a key member of the Senior Leadership Team, collaborating closely with the Vice Presidents and General Managers of multiple business segments. Reporting directly to the CEO, the VP OpEx drives a culture of continuous improvement, leading strategic projects and initiatives that enhance revenue, protect margins, and optimize processes. While not a direct P&L owner, this role is fully accountable for initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen overall financial performance.
Worksite Location: St. Paul, MN
Salary Range: Base Salary - $250k +, plus bonus and LTI
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings program with Company Match
- Short-term & Long-term Disability
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time-Off
Roles & Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior leadership to define and execute short-, medium-, and long-term operational initiatives aligned with organizational growth strategies
- Partner with Directors of Operations to plan, manage, and implement strategic projects and process improvements
- Drive operational rigor through the effective deployment of service tools, systems, and scheduling models
- Promote scalable, monetized service offerings while maintaining a customer-first focus
- Monitor financial performance, provide budget analysis, and support data-driven decision-making
- Implement efficiency improvements and cost reduction initiatives across operations
- Foster teamwork and collaboration across business segments.
- Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to maintain a competitive advantage
- Provide regular updates to senior leadership on progress, challenges, and opportunities
Initial Projects / Focus
- Gain a thorough understanding of operational processes to execute "quick wins" that build momentum and engagement.
- Develop and manage reporting frameworks to measure workstreams, KPIs, and EBITDA results.
- Identify areas for improvement in aftermarket operations and implement actionable strategies.
Required Skills & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field- an MBA or a relevant master's degree is preferred
- 15+ years of experience in senior management roles, with a focus on business operations and change management
- Lean Six Sigma Black or Green Belt, CMQ/OE, or CSC certification preferred
- Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends in business transformation is strongly preferred
- Proven track record of successfully leading and implementing larger-scale scale meaningful business initiatives
- Excellent leadership and communication abilities
- Proven business and financial acumen
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
- Strong prioritization skills to be able to navigate dependencies and high-value opportunities
- Strong project management skills
- Ability to understand the long-term ("big picture") and short-term perspectives of situations
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
About Versique
Versique: /ver-seek/
adj. being both versatile and unique; n. a high-performance recruiting firm specializing in executive leadership search, direct hire, and interim hiring solutions.
Versique Executive, Professional, & Interim Recruiting is a locally owned and operated hiring and placement firm based in the Twin Cities of Minnesota. With specialized practice areas across our three divisions, Versique delivers tailored expertise to a wide range of industries. What sets us apart is our team of recruiter-seasoned professionals who have worked in the very fields they now hire for, providing unmatched industry insight and connections.
We believe people are more than resumes; they are transformative, unlocking the potential for organizational growth and success.
Versique is proud to be an award-winning company, earning recognition on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing private companies and the Minneapolis-St. Paul Business Journal's Fast 50 list for 2023. We are also consistently recognized as a Star Tribune Top Workplace and were named a Best Place to Work in 2022 by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal.
Let's find your people, together.
Versique is an equal-opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.
