Director of Operations Summary

Director of Operations job opening in Chicago, Illinois. A world-renowned manufacturer in the food industry is seeking to fill a Director of Operations job opening in Chicago, Illinois. The Director of Operations will be tasked with oversight of all manufacturing, fulfillment, and warehouse management. JMJ Phillip’s executive recruiters are looking for a Director of Operations with a proven history in the food industry. This company will provide strong compensation and an impressive benefits package to a Director of Operations with extensive experience in the food industry. 

Chicago Director of Operations Overview:

The Chicago Director of Operations will manage production-planning, quality control, order management, fulfillment, distribution and inventory management from the Chicago office. This job will report to the Senior Vice President and work closely with multiple division leads including the heads of supply chain, retail operations, and finance. Specific activities of the job include managing 4-wall costs and expenses related to P&L to ensure goals are met and targets are set for continuous improvement, product quality compliance, and operations execution. The Director of Operations holds the responsibility of developing and executing strategic plans for the improvement of operational performance, enhancement of all standard operating procedures, and leadership development throughout the operations team.

Chicago Director of Operations Job Opening 

• The Chicago Director of Operations will direct the company’s production, fulfillment and warehouse management strategies through contributions of information, analysis, and recommendations to executive leadership.
• This job improves organizational structures for the support of effective production and fulfillment processes through the assignment of responsibilities and delegation with accountability.
• The Chicago Director of Operations will ensure that the company is up to regulatory standards as set by GMP and HAACP.
• This job will support operational initiatives set to maximize the efficiency of the company’s supply chain and research and development departments.

Director of Operations (Chicago Area) Job Requirements:

• This job requires a bachelors degree from an accredited university with a focus on management.
• The Director of Operations must have ten or more years of experience in food and beverage manufacturing, warehouse management, and distribution.
• This job needs experience managing an operating and capital budget.
• The Director of Operations needs to have a moderate understanding of Spanish.

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