VP, Operations Services

Job Purpose

Provide executive leadership for LP's Manufacturing Services organization, setting the strategy, governance, and performance expectations across procurement, environmental, health & safety (EHS), and quality assurance.

This role ensures strong alignment between service functions and plant operations to enable safe, reliable, and efficient manufacturing execution. The Vice President partners closely with Operations leadership and enterprise stakeholders to drive operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement across the business.

In this role, you will be responsible for:

Strategic Leadership & Functional Excellence

• Set the vision, strategy, and priorities for Manufacturing Services (Procurement, EHS, Quality Assurance) aligned to enterprise and operational goals


• Establish governance, standards, and performance expectations across all service functions


• Translate business strategy into clear, actionable plans and ensure consistent execution across sites

Operational Performance & Continuous Improvement

• Drive enterprise performance metrics, management systems, and review processes to improve safety, quality, and business outcomes


• Lead cross-functional process improvement and standardization initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness


• Leverage data, analytics, and market insights to optimize cost, performance, and decision-making

Risk Management, Safety & Compliance

• Lead environmental, health, and safety performance, reinforcing a strong safety culture across the organization


• Ensure effective risk management and regulatory compliance across procurement, quality, and EHS


• Maintain accountability for audit readiness, internal standards, and external regulatory requirements

Procurement & Supply Chain Capability

• Advance sourcing strategies and supplier management to drive value, resilience, and cost competitiveness


• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and external partners


• Oversee procurement governance and alignment with operational and enterprise needs

Leadership & Operations Partnership

• Lead, develop, and align a high-performing Manufacturing Services organization to support business objectives


• Partner closely with Operations leadership to enable safe, reliable, and efficient plant performance


• Collaborate across functions to ensure service delivery is fully integrated with site priorities


• Build organizational capability through talent development, succession planning, and leadership coaching

Financial Management

• Accountable for operating and capital budgets across Manufacturing Services


• Balance cost discipline with performance, safety, and compliance priorities

What do I need to be successful?

Experience

• Progressive leadership experience in manufacturing, operations, or related service functions (EHS, quality, procurement)


• Demonstrated success leading enterprise or multi-site organizations


• Strong track record of driving operational performance, safety, and continuous improvement


• Experience influencing senior stakeholders and operating in a matrixed environment


• Ability to translate strategy into execution across diverse teams and geographies


• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.


• Exceptional written, verbal, presentation, and executive communication skills


• Skill in budget development and management

Qualifications

• 15 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing or operations, including responsibility for large-scale operations, strategic planning, and execution required

Education

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Business or related field required
• Advanced degree preferred

Work Environment

•       Office Environment

•       Extended work hours

•       Extensive travel to various locations required