What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President Operations position at buzzbox premium cocktails?
Vice President of Operations – Buzzbox Premium Cocktails Inc.
buzzbox, a leading innovator in premium ready-to-drink cocktails and environmentally conscious packaging and manufacturing, is seeking a Vice President of Operations. The qualified candidate will oversee the end-to-end operations of the company, ensuring the alignment of all manufacturing, logistics, and supply chain functions with our long-term objectives. This senior leadership role requires a visionary leader to set and execute the operational strategy, optimize efficiency, and elevate our competitive positioning in the marketplace. Reporting directly to the CEO, this position will play a pivotal role in shaping buzzbox’s future while ensuring sustained revenue growth, operational excellence, and product quality at scale.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement the company’s long-term operational strategy, leading all manufacturing, logistics, operations, and IT functions
- Drive organizational growth by scaling operations to meet the demands of a 24/7 production environment
- Set and enforce company-wide performance standards for safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost control, and regulatory compliance
- Lead capacity planning, operational efficiency improvements, and cost management initiatives across all departments
- Build and sustain a high-performance culture focused on employee engagement, development, and productivity
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, overseeing the entire supply chain from procurement to customer delivery
- Lead budgeting, financial forecasting, and performance management processes, ensuring alignment with company objectives
- Develop and report on key performance indicators, driving corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives
- Serve as a key advisor to the CEO and senior leadership team, providing insights and recommendations to inform company-wide strategic decisions
Qualifications:
- 10 years of leadership experience in food or beverage manufacturing, with a focus on automated production systems, preferably with alcohol and/or Tetra Pak technology
- Extensive experience leading multi-functional teams in high-growth, multi-shift environments, and scaling operations to meet business demands
- Proven track record in managing, complex supply chains, achieving operational excellence, and driving cost-effective strategies
- Strong expertise in process engineering, financial management, and strategic planning
- Exceptional leadership skills with a history of managing and fostering high-performing teams
- Ability to navigate complex market dynamics and make data-driven decisions with strong business acumen
- Outstanding communication and executive-level presentation skills, capable of influencing and driving change across the organization
Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will have a distinguished career in automated food and beverage manufacturing, particularly within the alcohol beverage space and/or with Tetra Pak systems, and a demonstrated ability to scale operations across multiple shifts and functions. You are an influential leader who excels in driving operational efficiencies, managing large-scale teams, and executing strategic initiatives that align with company growth objectives. Your expertise in building strong, results-oriented cultures and your ability to simplify and execute complex plans will enable you to deliver excellence across the entire organization and enhance Buzzbox’s position in the marketplace.
Visit www.buzzbox.com to learn more about our exciting company.
Please send resume to careers@buzzbox.com