Arvato Digital Services LLC Hiring for Vice President of Consumer Products Job at Chicago, IL Full Time

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Arvato Supply Chain Solutions is part of Bertelsmann. We combine the advantages of a global corporation with the reliability of a family-run business. We take care of our 15.000 employees in more than 20 countries who profit from a wide range of benefits and professional development programs.

Company Summary:

At Arvato, we measure our success through the successes of our customers. Our DNA is built upon Customer Obsession, Ownership and Continuous Improvement (Hustle). We achieve our goals by means of experience, state-of-the-art technologies, creativity, passion and a commitment to quality, innovation and having fun! Come and join our team today!

Position Summary:

The Vice President of Consumer Products owns the industry vertical Consumer Products at Arvato Supply Chain Solutions in the United States. This position’s main goal is to profitably grow the industry vertical. The consumer products vertical includes clients from fashion, lifestyle, beauty and sports segment. The ecommerce-focused service offering includes order management, fulfillment, transportation, financial services and customer care. In addition they will be responsible for P&L, annual budget planning and execution. They will work closely with the operations team to increase productivity and profitability within the operation. Responsibility for all associated activities including but not limited to staffing, P&L management, vendor relations and process improvement. Responsible for one or more large fulfillment facilities.

Overall Responsibilities:

Sets strategic direction for the business unit consumer products in the US.

Aligns with CEO to set company sales targets and marketing strategies.

Responsibility for both growth of the business unit as well as managing existing accounts incl. account profitability.

Leads contract and pricing negotiations, RFQ responses and engagement meetings.

Assists with customer escalations when needed.

Engage, coach, mentor and interact with the team to provide feedback and direction on a daily basis.

Guides account directors/managers and their teams to ensure the smooth flow of the day-to-day business and puts in place the necessary structures and processes to meet the financial objectives and SLAs of client agreements.

Ensures a smooth interface among all internal departments (Service Delivery, IT, controlling, customs/trade, transport and all other operating entities involved) to enable a successful implementation or operation of the agreed scope of the business.

Leadership and direction of Operations Functions in line with Company goals.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor degree in Supply Chain Management, Economics or Business (or comparable work experience) required

An advanced degree (MBA, M.S., MD, or Ph.D.) is preferred

Proven track record of minimum of 10 years of business and P&L ownership, including executive sales experience

3PL experience

End-to-End Supply Chain knowledge (transportation, warehouse/distribution, ERP and logistics software, customer relations & compliance, budget creation & management)

Previous experience in managing an ecommerce direct-to-consumer fulfillment business

Strong leadership skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Previous experience in managing a large team

Previous experience working in a global matrix structure

About our company:

Arvato – the spirit of solutions!

We at Arvato provide a comprehensive range of services and solutions to our business partners in the consumer electronics, high-tech, telecommunication, networking and industrial sectors. With more than five decades of experience and our global footprint we create value for our customers and ensure that they are well equipped for the challenges of their markets.

Arvato is a part of Arvato AG/ Bertelsmann, an internationally networked outsourcing provider. More than 65,000 employees design and implement solutions for all kinds of business processes across integrated service chains, for business customers from around the world. Its portfolio includes all services related to the creation and distribution of printed materials and digital storage media, as well as data management, customer care, CRM services, supply-chain management, digital distribution, financial services, professional and custom IT services, and the direct-to-customer distribution of educational media. Arvato is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Bertelsmann SE & Co. KGaA.

Arvato is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values the array of talents and perspectives that a diverse workforce brings. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

Company: Arvato Digital Services LLC

Country: United States of America

State/Region: Illinois

City: Chicago

Postal Code: 60290

Job ID: 224564