🔧 Director of Operations

Full-Time | 100% On-Site

📍 Superior, Colorado

💰 $100,000 – $165,000 base salary (DOE)

✈️ Limited travel initially | Increases over time

🚨 Important Note

This role is 100% ON-SITE in Superior, CO.

Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available.

🧭 The Opportunity

We are seeking a hands-on Director of Operations to lead end-to-end operational execution for a growing industrial technology organization with global reach. This is a newly created leadership role designed to own day-to-day operations across manufacturing interfaces, supply chain, warehousing, field service, and complex installations—freeing executive leadership to remain focused on global strategy and growth.

This role sits at the center of the business, partnering closely with Sales, Engineering, Finance, and global manufacturing partners to ensure products are delivered efficiently, projects execute flawlessly, and customers experience reliable, professional outcomes.

While the initial focus is the U.S. and Americas, this role is intentionally built to scale globally as the organization expands.

🏭 What You'll Own

⚙️ Operations Leadership & Execution

Own day-to-day operational performance across the Americas

Translate executive strategy into clear execution plans and measurable results

Build operating cadence, KPIs, and accountability across teams

Drive operational discipline without slowing growth

📦 Supply Chain, Inventory & Warehousing

Lead demand planning, inventory management, logistics, and fulfillment

Own inventory forecasting and working capital performance

Improve inventory turns, service levels, fill rates, and lead times

Oversee warehouse operations supporting both standard products and project-based installations

🌎 Global Manufacturing & Vendor Interface

Serve as the primary operations liaison to overseas manufacturing partners

Support production planning, capacity alignment, quality, and cost transparency

Identify and mitigate supply chain risk (tariffs, logistics, supplier concentration)

Support sourcing and readiness for new products and markets

🏗️ Field Service, Installations & Project Oversight

Provide leadership for field service and heavy equipment installations

Ensure projects are properly scoped, planned, executed, and closed

Standardize installation processes, job costing, and documentation

Partner with Sales and Engineering to improve pre-sale feasibility and handoffs

💰 Cost Control & Financial Partnership

Partner with Finance to drive margin visibility and cost control

Manage operational drivers of EBITDA (freight, inventory, rework, efficiency)

Ensure operational data supports accurate forecasting and reporting

🖥️ Systems, Data & Process

Own operational processes within ERP systems (NetSuite preferred)

Improve data accuracy and visibility from order intake to delivery

Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on scalability and clarity

👥 Team Leadership & Development

Directly lead teams across supply chain, warehousing, and field service

Build a culture of ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement

Ensure teams are structured to support growth while remaining cost-disciplined

🎓 What We're Looking For

✅ Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field

✅ 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience

✅ Experience across supply chain, inventory, warehousing, logistics, and field service

✅ Proven success working with overseas manufacturing partners

✅ Strong ERP-driven operations background (NetSuite highly preferred)

✅ Experience in installation, field service, or project-based delivery environments

✅ Hands-on leadership style with strong cross-functional influence

Nice to Have:

Lean / Six Sigma, APICS (CPIM / CSCP), or PMP

Experience supporting light manufacturing, kitting, or assembly operations

🌟 Why This Role

✔ Executive-level ownership with real impact

✔ Newly created role with room to shape operations

✔ Global exposure with a clear growth runway

✔ On-site leadership in a highly visible role

🎁 Compensation & Benefits

Competitive base salary ($100K–$165K DOE)

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & paid leave programs

HSA & FSA options

Life and disability insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

📍 Location Requirement:

This position is 100% ON-SITE in Superior, Colorado.