Jobs · Project Management · California

Head of Operations

American Trading International, Inc. · Los Angeles Metropolitan Area · 1 wk ago
On-siteProject Management$110k–$170k/yrFull-time

What you'll do

  • Lead Operational Excellence
  • Own the execution of day-to-day operations to ensure safe, compliant, cost-effective, and on-time export performance.
  • Improve coordination across Supply Chain, Sales, Quality Assurance, Finance, Suppliers, and Operations.
  • Anticipate operational bottlenecks and implement scalable solutions before they become issues.
  • Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Evaluate existing workflows and identify opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and customer experience.
  • Standardize and strengthen operational processes while ensuring flexibility to support growth.
  • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions that address recurring operational challenges.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement across all operational teams.
  • Ensure Compliance & Manage Risk
  • Ensure all operations comply with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
  • Identify operational risks and develop mitigation strategies to protect the business and our customers.
  • Drive accountability for quality, compliance, and operational consistency across the organization.
  • Lead People & Performance
  • Lead, coach, and develop supervisors and operational team members.
  • Create an environment built on accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.
  • Support succession planning, employee development, and leadership growth across the operations team.
  • Build a high-performing organization capable of supporting ATI's continued expansion.
  • Own Operational Performance
  • Establish, monitor, and report on operational KPIs across the business.
  • Deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly operational performance updates to the leadership team.
  • Use data and analytics to guide decision-making, prioritize initiatives, and improve business outcomes.
  • Ensure teams remain focused on the metrics that matter most to customers and the business.
  • Serve as the Business Integrator
  • Translate strategic initiatives into clear operational plans and measurable outcomes.
  • Remove barriers that slow execution and help teams work together effectively.
  • Partner closely with executive leadership to support sustainable growth and organizational effectiveness.

What you'll bring

  • Significant leadership experience in operations, supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, or a similar operational leadership role.
  • Proven success leading cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
  • Strong understanding of operational planning, process improvement, quality systems, and performance management.
  • Experience building scalable operating processes and developing high-performing teams.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make sound decisions using data—even when information is incomplete.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization.

What to know

  • This is a fully in-office leadership role.
  • Minimal travel is required.
  • This is a high-impact executive leadership position with significant influence over how ATI operates, grows, and delivers for customers around the world.
  • The successful candidate will play a critical role in building the systems, teams, and operational discipline that support ATI's next phase of growth.

What you'll be paid

Compensation is commensurate with experience in the range of $110K-$170K. ATI offers a comprehensive benefits package including bonus opportunities, medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, and paid time off.

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