AVP, NA Supply Chain Strategy and Operations

Overview

The Associate Vice President, North America Supply Chain Strategy & Ops is a key leader within the North America Supply Chain (NASC) organization, responsible for aligning and driving strategic operations, compliance, and performance across all initiatives that support operational excellence. This role ensures that departmental strategies are aligned with corporate priorities, fosters collaboration among stakeholders, and maintains clear and effective communication across functions. Working closely with the Chief North America Supply Chain Officer and senior leaders across NASC and the brands, the AVP ensures alignment to organizational goals and responsiveness to stakeholder needs.

By monitoring performance metrics, synthesizing data from multiple and often unstructured sources, and adapting strategies to meet evolving business requirements, the AVP enhances both the efficiency and effectiveness of North America supply chain operations. The role develops and manages strategies that drive continuous improvement, oversees the successful implementation of operational solutions, and positions NASC for long-term success. Additionally, the AVP leads the NASC Central Support team and strengthens change management capabilities across the organization by establishing clear roles, responsibilities, and accountability structures that support major organizational priorities.

Key responsibilities include developing, monitoring, and adjusting strategies based on business needs; collaborating daily with NASC and business leadership; supporting the NACSCO; managing a comprehensive program management framework; and making critical decisions regarding project prioritization. Challenges include navigating complex organizational dynamics, balancing immediate operational needs with long-term strategic initiatives, and coordinating across a wide range of cross-functional teams and external resources.

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