job summary: Vice President of Operations with a strong focus on Process Improvement needed immediately in Houston TX. The ideal candidate will have expertise in strategic development, business planning, and overseeing operational activities, particularly in distribution, inventory management, and sales. 15 years of proven experience is required. This role may require travel up to 40% location: Houston, Texas job type: Permanent salary: $120,000 - 135,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Establish, implement, and communicate the strategic direction of the organization's operations division.Collaborate with executive leadership to develop and meet company goals, providing expertise and guidance on operations projects and systems.Provide operational oversight, including company asset utilization, financial planning, and personnel management, to ensure overall profitability.Manage overall inventory utilization, optimizing stock levels to meet demand while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.Identify, recommend, and implement best practices, new processes, technologies, and systems to improve and streamline organizational processes and resource utilization across all locations.Provide professional management and leadership, including mentoring key senior management members and instilling best practices from operational and sales perspectives.Work closely with the executive leadership team to address strategic, tactical, and operational issues.Oversee the management of trucking fleet and fleet manager, ensuring compliance with regulations and optimization of resources.Establish, communicate, and implement operations-related policies, practices, standards, and security measures for effective and consistent support and execution.Lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and standards.Present periodic performance reports and metrics to the chief executive officer and other leadership.Maintain knowledge of emerging technologies and trends in operations management. #LI-RM1 qualifications: Experience level: ExecutiveMinimum 15 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: DirectorwarehouseProcess ImprovementInventory Management (5 years of experience is required)Lean (5 years of experience is required)Director (5 years of experience is required) Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility). Applications accepted on ongoing basis until filled.