VP Operations

About the role

Viking Pump, an IDEX business unit within the Severe Duty Flow Control (SDFC) platform, is a global leader in the design and manufacture of rotary positive displacement pumps used across a broad range of applications including chemicals, fuels, plastics, and food and beverage. With headquarters in Cedar Falls, Iowa, we are seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead a team of over 250 employees.

Responsibilities

• Foster an environment of empowerment, inclusion, and continuous improvement guided by the values of Trust, Team, and Excellence.
• Ensure strategic goals are met that support customer, financial, and operational objectives.
• Lead the Safety team to ensure all policies and procedures are followed.
• Communicate the strategic direction of the organization and the operations function.
• Develop a strong and deep talent pool to build bench strength for Viking Pump and prepare individuals for other opportunities within IDEX.
• Lead an 80/20-based Continuous Process Improvement mindset and manufacturing culture.
• Execute on annual cost savings initiatives from both a material and labor perspective.
• Develop both short and long-term global sourcing strategies that meet delivery, cost, quality, growth, and working capital requirements.
• Review, analyze, and drive internal performance measures, specifically focusing on safety, quality, delivery, cost, and working capital.
• Partner with international locations to establish best practices and consistent operational processes and procedures.
• Work closely with strategic partners in Finance and Human Resources to develop a best-in-class operations function.

Requirements

• Minimum of 12 years of progressive experience in industrial manufacturing, including 5 years of experience in a leader/management role with responsibility for manufacturing operations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management or other related field. A master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience preferred in industrial engineered products manufacturing or durable goods manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Strong team leadership capabilities and communications skills; an ability to work with and influence a variety of different positions within an organization.
• Demonstrated servant leadership behaviors to influence and manage people/teams while creating followership with others.
• Strong collaboration and communications skills: Has an ability to work with and influence individuals at all levels, internally and externally; someone who can effectively communicate the vision, message, and rationale.
• Strategic Thinking and Agility: Sees the big picture, makes connections, and creates strategies to achieve the competitive advantage; Plays chess vs. checkers; Can see the possibilities, defines the map to get there, and translates actions into meaningful value.
• Critical Thinking and Decision Making: Demonstrated capacity for independent thought and critical thinking. Sound judgment guides calculated risks for long-term value creation. Makes decisions with conviction.
• Drive for Results: A self-starter who can manage multiple projects and activities end to end. Has the capability and willingness to “roll-up” their sleeves to achieve results; will do so in a persistent and resilient way to work through obstacles.
• Ambiguity Tolerance: High tolerance for ambiguity and able to navigate in the gray. Can make forward progress without having the whole picture. Ability to work in an ambiguous role, defining the framework where it might not currently exist with the ability to learn and iterate over time.
• Low ego and a strong team player. Lives the IDEX Values of Trust, Team, and Excellence.

Skills

• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strategic planning and execution abilities.
• Financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plans.
• Flexible work arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee recognition programs.

Pay

Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with standard business hours.