Vice President, Operations

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.

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