Vice President, Global Integrated Operations

• Meet business, safety, quality, delivery and cost expectations.
• Champion process improvement and operational excellence, fostering collaboration across the global manufacturing footprint.
• Define and execute the corporate quality strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee global quality systems, and compliance frameworks.
• Manage the quality function to meet plant quality objectives and drive the quality culture.
• Use key performance indicators and lean principles to maximize manufacturing profitability and drive continuous improvement.

SCM (full spectrum)
• Oversee global procurement to achieve cost savings, minimize tariffs, control capital spending, and enhance supplier performance.
• Lead the strategy and execution of the Global Procurement Team to ensure Mobility Group delivers new product launches, transfers, cost out, and resiliency goals.
• Act as a liaison between the GPO, Business Engineering teams, and others to deliver significant Direct Material Cost-out performance.
• Develop and execute a strong pipeline of Direct and Indirect Material Productivity projects to improve cost performance.
• Transform materials planning and order management into a strategic network model.
• Manage supplier quality performance and work closely with regions and businesses regarding sourcing and risk and to resolve supplier issues.

Advanced Manufacturing
• Lead and align advanced manufacturing strategies and initiatives to enhance competitiveness, boost efficiency, and drive innovation (i.e., Industry 4.0 - automation, robotics, predictive maintenance).
• Collaborate with product line leaders and integrated operations teams to support industrialization and new product launches.
• Regularly review existing controls and governance of standard processes, ensuring alignment with globally defined processes.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field from an accredited university.
• MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 15 years of progressive leadership experience of direct teams, with extensive manufacturing operations, procurement, and advanced manufacturing engineering experience - preferably in automotive or commercial vehicle industry.
• 10 years of senior leadership experience defining and implementing large-scale business strategies, organizational changes, and / or operational improvements.
• Strong background in driving Operations, Continuous Improvement, Procurement, and Materials Management.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without Company sponsorship now or in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering and Industrialization and Quality.
• International work experience.

Skills:

Position Criteria:
• Experience developing and executing strategic plans.
• Proven leadership in large, complex operations with entrepreneurial drive.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, competitive environments and build global networks.
• Demonstrated success leading in matrix organizations.
• Track record of communicating a vision for innovation and excellence in end-to-end operations.
• Result-oriented, adaptable team player in a global corporate setting.
• Pragmatic motivator with strong decision-making and analytical skills.
• Collaborative team player skilled at driving change and completing projects across matrix structures.
• Proven ability to develop talent and foster inclusivity.
• Skilled at communicating complex information to diverse audiences.
• Experienced in leading strategy discussions, resolving conflicts, and achieving goals with multiple stakeholders.
• Able to tackle complex operational challenges using both traditional and innovative methods.
• Strategic thinker with a broad perspective on trends and planning.
• Confident, professional presence able to communicate vision at all levels.
• Strong collaborator with a focus on assembling effective teams to achieve objectives.

At Eaton, we strive to provide compensation and benefits that attract, engage, and retain the best talent. This includes competitive pay and a variety of benefit programs for eligible employees. The expected annual salary range for this role is $270000.0 - $396000.0 a year. This role is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

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Client-provided location(s): Southfield, MI

Job ID: Eaton-54465Southfield

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-22T18:37:01