Vice President, Operations & Supply Chain

Company Description

Doka USA is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place to Work®! We are committed to fostering a supportive work environment where all of our team members can thrive. As one of the world’s leading companies for developing, manufacturing, and distributing formwork solutions for the construction sector, Doka employs more than 9,000 people in over 58 countries and is part of the family-owned Umdasch Group.

We Make It Work.

Job Description

Summary of Position

The Vice President of Operations & Supply Chain provides executive leadership for Doka USA's Operations and Supply Chain functions and is responsible for developing and executing an integrated strategy that enables safe, efficient, reliable and scalable business operations.

The position has overall responsibility for the end-to-end flow and stewardship of material across the business, including demand and supply planning, inventory management, logistics and freight, distribution, yard operations, operational safety and continuous improvement. The VP partners closely with Finance, Procurement, Sales, Engineering and other business functions to ensure operational capabilities and resources are aligned with customer requirements and Doka's strategic and financial objectives.

As a member of the Doka USA Executive Management Team (EMT), the VP translates business strategy into operational priorities, balancing customer service and material availability with productivity, inventory utilization, working capital, cost, quality and risk. The position provides leadership to the Operations and Supply Chain organization and builds the organizational capabilities, processes, systems and talent necessary to support the future growth and performance of Doka USA.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Strategy & Execution: Develop and execute the overall Operations and Supply Chain strategy in alignment with Doka USA and Area NAMLAM priorities. Establish operating models, standards, KPIs, and governance that drive consistent execution across the national branch, yard and distribution network.
• Supply Chain & Procurement: Provide strategic leadership for demand & supply planning, S&OP processes, procurement, sourcing, supplier management, logistics and freight. Ensure appropriate material availability while balancing customer demand, lead times, cost, inventory investment and business risk.
• Inventory & Working Capital: Establish strategies to optimize inventory levels, material availability, utilization and quality across the network. Partner closely with Finance, Procurement, and commercial leadership to improve forecasting and translate business demand into effective material and resource planning.
• Operational Excellence & Transformation: Drive continuous improvement across operational processes, including productivity, material flow, yard layouts, equipment utilization, automation, digitalization and technology. Champion standardized processes while creating a culture of problem solving and continuous improvement.
• Safety, Quality & Risk: Provide executive oversight of operational safety and ensure compliance with applicable regulatory requirements and Doka standards. Promote a proactive safety culture focused on prevention, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Financial & Performance Management: Partner with the CFO and Finance organization in budgeting, forecasting, CapEx planning and operational performance management. Establish meaningful operational KPIs and use data to improve productivity, cost effectiveness, inventory performance and resource allocation.
• Customer & Commercial Enablement: Ensure Operations and Supply Chain effectively support the commercial organization through reliable material availability, order fulfillment, delivery, returns, billing accuracy and service. Identify and address operational constraints that may impact customer experience or business growth.
• Network & Capacity Strategy: Evaluate the effectiveness and capacity of Doka's operational footprint, including distribution centers, branches, yards, equipment, material flows and resource requirements. Develop recommendations regarding future capacity, investment, infrastructure and network optimization.
• Leadership & Organizational Capability: Lead, develop and build a high-performing Operations and Supply Chain leadership team. Establish clear accountability, develop succession pipelines and ensure the organization has the capabilities required to meet current and future business requirements.
• Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as a key strategic partner to Finance, Sales, Engineering, HR and other functions, ensuring Operations and Supply Chain priorities are integrated into broader business planning and decision-making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related discipline required; advanced degree preferred.
• Significant progressive leadership experience across Operations, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related functions, including leadership of complex, geographically dispersed operations.
• Demonstrated experience leading leaders and building high-performing operational organizations.
• Strong understanding of supply-chain planning, S&OP processes, inventory management, logistics, procurement and operational performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to connect operational decisions with financial outcomes, including working capital, CapEx, productivity and cost.
• Experience driving operational transformation, process improvement, standardization and technology-enabled change through a continous improvement model of practice.
• Strong analytical and business acumen with the ability to translate data into strategic and operational decisions.
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively across functional and organizational boundaries and influence senior stakeholders.
• Strong communication, negotiation and change-leadership capabilities.
• Experience in construction, industrial equipment, manufacturing, rental or another asset-intensive business environment preferred.
• English fluency required; Spanish language capability and/or experience operating across international or multicultural environments would be advantageous.
• Ability to travel extensively based upon business requirements.

Additional Information

In accordance with applicable state and local pay transparency laws, Doka USA Ltd. is committed to providing a clear and equitable compensation structure. The base salary range for this position is $225,000 - $275,000 annually, which is based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and geographic location. This range represents the base pay for the position and does not include potential bonuses, commissions, benefits, or other forms of compensation. Final compensation will be determined at the time of offer and in accordance with internal equity and market data. 

Doka offers terrific career opportunities, competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, Flexible Spending Account, company paid life insurance, supplemental voluntary term life insurance, 401k retirement plan (Roth and Non-Roth), short-term disability, AFLAC policies, paid time off (sick/personal, vacation, floating holiday and company paid holidays) and an exciting opportunity to join as a member of Doka's team.

If working with some of the most impressive construction projects in the US and joining an industry leader excites you, please submit your resume by clicking below. Visit us on-line at www.dokausa.com for additional information on Doka USA, Ltd.

Doka USA, Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are interested and have a strong competitive drive, positive attitude, a desire to learn and grow from your experiences, then this is your opportunity to make an immediate difference.

Please submit your resume and apply now.

External candidates must be authorized to work for any employer in the USA.

At Umdasch Group, we are convinced that diverse teams drive performance and are key to our global success. It’s their attitude and their contributions that matter. Regardless of any personal characteristics, people who share our values and are committed to working passionately towards our common goals will find space to grow.​  

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