Vice President, Operations

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.

• 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.
• Contribute to S&OP rigor, master data accuracy, and analytics‑driven decisions; accelerate adoption of digital supply‑chain tools.
• Assimilate acquisitions into supply chain processes, systems, supplier base and regulatory dossiers.
• 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.

• 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%

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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 $248,000 – $353,100. This position is also eligible for a bonus.

As a Church & Dwight U.S. employee, employees and eligible dependents are eligible for medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, and paid parental leave. Employees are entitled to paid holidays, floating holidays, and vacation days starting in their first year of employment. Additional benefits include 401(k) retirement plan (company match and profit‑sharing) and Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Church & Dwight is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities.