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Fox Factory, Inc.
Vice President, Manufacturing
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A Vice President of Engineering is responsible for providing leadership in planning, establishing and directing all aspects of the company's engineering policies, objectives and initiatives based on product and profitability goals. Responsible for supplying and maintaining adequate resources for Engineering functions in the pursuit of the company's strategic goals and operational plans.
$198,767 / year median in Georgia
+18% projected growth
Job Description
What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. Why you should join us Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers! If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!
Position Summary:
Directs and coordinates activities of one or more departments, such as engineering, operations, or sales, or major division of business organization. Obtains profit contribution by managing staff; establishing and accomplishing business objectives. Completely understands the corporate plan, set goals for each department to insure that the plans goals are met. Clearly communicates these goals to the department heads and initiates tools to measure the success of each department.Position Responsibilities:
Formulates and administers organization policies, and develops long-range goals and objectives, aiding Executive Vice President or Chief Administrative Officer. Directs and coordinates activities of department or division for which responsibility is delegated to further attainment of goals and objectives. Reviews analyses of activities, costs, operations, and forecast data to determine department or division progress toward stated goals and objectives. Confers with other executives and administrative personnel to review achievements and discuss required changes in goals or objectives resulting from current status and conditions.- Develops strategic plan by studying technological and financial opportunities; presenting assumptions; recommending objectives.
- Maintains professional and technical knowledge, reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices; participating in professional societies.
- Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
- Maintaining a smooth flow of work between departments and for resolving interdepartmental conflicts.
- Assure that the company stays on schedule and meets or exceeds the goals.
- Development of opportunities which are fruitful for the company, delivering products and services to customers and attaining their satisfaction.
- Directs the operations function in conjunction with business growth, introduction of new operational systems, meeting organizational financial objectives, and meeting organizational goals in relation to safety, quality, and timely delivery of products or services
- Coordinates needed support to operations areas through intradepartmental interface for smooth workflow and cost-efficient product or service.
- Plans, prepares, controls, monitors, and forecasts organization's direct and/or indirect budgets.
- Directs the capital expenditure and asset redeployment activities.
- Ensures attainment of efficient and economical performance in relation to profit and year-end goals.
- Participates in the investigation and implementation of new services, manufacturing processes, and product or systems technologies to meet the organization's objectives.
Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to solve complex problems
- Strong leadership capabilities Strong skills in management of conflicts Coordinate, coach and develop standards Manage performance, process improvement, strategic planning