Vice President of Operations Greater Columbia, SC Area
About the Role
Greater Columbia, SC Area (On-site - Headquarter location)(Columbia, South Carolina)
The Company is in search of a Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership and drive operational excellence across its growing network. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading operational performance, championing safety, driving financial results, building high-performing teams, optimizing fleet and assets, delivering an exceptional customer experience, and supporting strategic growth. This executive role demands a hands-on, strategic operations leader with a proven track record in managing complex, multi-location operations, and a strong focus on safety, customer service, employee engagement, productivity, and financial performance. Key responsibilities for the Vice President of Operations include establishing and maintaining clear performance expectations, driving improvements in productivity and efficiency, and ensuring operational leaders are accountable for results. The role also involves partnering with executive leadership on long-term operational strategy, supporting operational planning for new locations and markets, and leading major operational initiatives. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in a safety-sensitive and highly regulated operating environment, with a preference for those with a background in waste and environmental services, transportation, logistics, or other operationally complex industries. The role requires a leader with strong business and financial acumen, the ability to travel regularly, and a commitment to continuous improvement and operational discipline.
Functions:
- Operations
About the Company
Reputable provider of waste management services
Industry
Environmental Services
Type
Privately Held
Age
employees
501-1000