Vice President, Operations

Job Description

A collective energy and ambition. A place where you can make a real difference.

We’re a company that genuinely cares about our people, our products, our consumers and the environment.

Our unique, informal culture champions courage, determination and collaboration. Knowing we have an open and supportive team means each of us has the freedom to take responsibility and ownership. We have a shared passion to work hard, innovate and push boundaries.

United by the belief that when we strive for growth, anything is possible. While we might not be the largest company in our industry, we believe we can have the biggest impact because: Together We Have the Power to Win.

Role summary: Lead end‑to‑end supply chain and manufacturing execution for the Personal Care business unit. Accountable for safe, compliant, on‑time manufacture and delivery of Personal Care products (≈$2.5B annual sales), oversight of 5 internal plants (including 1 in the UK) and ~59 contract manufacturers, and delivery of $25M in operational savings. This leader translates commercial and R&D priorities into supply chain execution, is the senior operational representative to commercial leadership and key customers and will continually operationalize integrations for new acquisitions across a broad set of regulated product categories.

Key accountabilities

• Own operational delivery for Personal Care: safety, product quality, regulatory compliance, case‑fill/OTIF, inventory management and gross margin impacts across internal plants and external manufacturers.
• Deliver $25M in operational savings through productivity, contract manufacturer governance, network/capacity optimization and cost‑to‑serve improvements.
• Lead 0–12 month execution for forecasting, demand & supply planning, inventory management, launch readiness and logistics for Personal Care SKUs.
• Manage contract manufacturing execution organization: selection, performance governance, quality/regulatory oversight, capacity planning and commercial fulfilment.
• Ensure rapid, compliant time‑to‑market for NPDs and promotions in partnership with R&D and Quality — particularly critical for Beauty POD, TAG brands and regulated product launches.
• Contribute to S&OP rigor, master data accuracy, and analytics‑driven decisions; accelerate adoption of digital supply‑chain tools to improve responsiveness and regulatory traceability.
• Assimilate acquisitions into supply chain processes, systems, supplier base and regulatory dossiers into the operating model.
• Build and lead a high‑performing supply chain organization (plant GMs, planning, contract manufacturing, quality/EHS, logistics and continuous improvement).
• Represent Supply Chain in customer interactions, executive forums and regulatory/corporate escalations; own supply chain inputs to Personal Care P+L and G2G program implementation.

Scope & scale

• Revenue influenced: $2.5B
• Plants: 5 (including 1 UK)
• Contract manufacturers: ~59 (across Beauty, Personal Care, TAG, VMS, other PODs)
• SKUs: ~1,225 and growing (broad regulatory span)
• Regulatory/product complexity: nasal sprays, condoms, pregnancy test kits, SPF skincare, oral care, over‑the‑counter and beauty products
• Geographic scope: US with international supplier and plant engagement
• Travel: up to ~40% (plant/CM/customer/regulatory site visits; occasional international travel)

Success metrics (first 12 months)

• Realize $25M operational savings (phased milestones).
• Meet or improve case‑fill / OTIF, inventory turns and service targets.
• Maintain product quality and regulatory compliance (PPM, audit outcomes).
• On‑time launch execution for prioritized NPDs and promotional programs.
• Successful integration of at least one acquisition (process, supplier, quality assimilation) or clearly defined assimilation plan delivered.
• Improved contract manufacturer compliance, yield and cost‑to‑serve metrics.

Decision rights / authorities

• Set operational priorities across internal plants and contract manufacturers.
• Approve production allocation plans, launch sequencing and escalation resolutions.
• Lead contract manufacturer governance, performance remediation and supplier selection (in coordination with Procurement).
• Recommend organization structure and staffing for Personal Care supply chain to senior leadership.

Required qualifications

• 15+ years progressive supply chain leadership in global CPG / manufacturing; mandatory hands‑on plant management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi‑site manufacturing operations and complex external manufacturing networks.
• Track record delivering operational savings and productivity improvements.
• Deep knowledge of S&OP, demand & supply planning, inventory management, launch readiness and logistics.
• Experience managing highly regulated product portfolios and engaging with quality/regulatory functions.
• Strong cross‑functional stakeholder management (Commercial, R&D, Quality, Procurement, Finance) and executive presence.
• Comfort with analytics and digital supply‑chain tools; data‑driven decision maker.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Science, Business or related field; advanced degree preferred.

Preferred attributes

• Experience in high‑growth environments and post‑acquisition integrations.
• Proven ability to lead through influence in a matrixed organization.
• Prior experience managing international plant operations or cross‑border regulatory requirements.
• Familiarity with contract manufacturing contracting models and global freight optimization.

The U.S. base salary range for this full-time position is $248,00 – $353,100. This position is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Church & Dwight US employee, you (and eligible dependents, as applicable) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and Paid Parental Leave. U.S. employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment depending on hire date. You are also able to participate in our 401k retirement plan (with company match and profit-sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.  

The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal pay parity. Compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate. 

Church & Dwight is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

For more information on our company, our brands and our culture visit us at http://www.churchdwight.com/