Sr Director Operations

Summary

Senior Director Operations

 

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a highly dynamic Senior Director of Operations to be responsible for executing overall operational strategy, overseeing the Business Unit P&L, and driving accountability to achieve successful results for the Integrated Retail Team. The Senior Director, Operations leads team management, performance management, strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting initiatives, in addition to problem-solving and process development. Focus on defining measurable results for the organization that enables and support outstanding program execution for our clients. Results will be attained through ensuring alignment between the operational capabilities of the organization with the business performance goals.

 

Bring your skills and build your career with IN Connected Marketing Services, the marketing division of the Company, where our focus is on influencing buyer behavior and driving sales through shopper marketing, experiential marketing, in-store event services and more.  We form close relationships with leading brands and retailers that matter most. Apply today!

 

What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off 

Responsibilities:

• Create and define the long-term strategy for the Integrated Marketing Operations Team, including but not limited to, sourcing and procurement strategy, planning strategy, and field support strategy.
• Coordinate and successfully launch trade exhibits, shows, and regular company field programs to meet and exceed customer or client expectations.
• Oversee management of staff through prioritization, workload balancing/utilization, employee recognition/rewards, and staff development to keep unplanned turnover at a minimum and staff morale high.
• Make adjustments and optimize service quality to maximize our one-to-one consumer interactions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required; MBA Degree or equivalent experience preferred
• 8+ years of general/leadership experience in an operations environment, including P&L responsibility (budgeting, forecasting, etc.)
• Previous experience managing 10+ direct reports
• Experience working with major retail chains such as Best Buy, Wal-Mart, and/or experience in consumer packaged goods industry
• Excellent strategic thinking and process development skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal

 

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

Responsibilities

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

 

Position Summary

The Sr Director, Operations INEX is responsible for executing overall operational strategy, overseeing the Business Unit P&L, and driving accountability to achieve successful results for the Integrated Retail Team. The Sr Director, Operations leads team management, performance management, strategic planning, budgeting and forecasting initiatives, in addition to problem solving and process development. Focus on defining measurable results for the organization that enable and support outstanding program execution for our clients. Results will be attained through ensuring alignment between the operational capabilities of the organization with the business performance goals.

 

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

 

Strategic Leadership

• Create and define the long-term strategy for the Integrated Marketing Operations Team, including but not limited to, sourcing and procurement strategy, planning strategy, and field support strategy
• Secure and align resources to enable the long-term strategy for the Integrated Marketing Operations Team
• Measure and evaluate operational activity against the go-to-market strategy and intended results.

Tactical Leadership

• Harness the operational capabilities of the organization to drive programs and processes while driving budgetary discipline; Maintain a