Global VP of Operations

Hunter Amenities is one of the world’s largest manufacturers of Personal Care Amenities with over 40 years of experience in the global market. We are a highly entrepreneurial, professional, and driven organization that believes in teamwork, professional ethics, and outstanding service. Hunter is proud to be a Platinum level member of the “Best Managed Companies” program in Canada.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced, hands-on Global VP of Operations to join our team in Burlington. This executive role will report directly to the CEO and will lead a team of 400+ team members. This position will be responsible for the overall performance, alignment, and continuous improvement of global operations, and will provide oversight across all manufacturing locations globally, including support of joint venture manufacturing operations, with accountability spanning manufacturing, engineering, quality, and purchasing. The company’s world class manufacturing facilities are located in Canada, China, India, Malaysia, along with 3rd party manufacturing in Colombia, Egypt, and Turkey.

This position is exempt from Ontario's 2026 pay transparency requirements under Regulation 476/24.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, providing direction and ensuring operational strategies are aligned with overall business objectives and long-term growth plans.

• Drive efficiency, productivity, and scalability across global manufacturing operations by optimizing processes, resource allocation, and cost structures while maintaining high-quality standards.

• Lead and integrate manufacturing, engineering, quality, and purchasing functions to ensure consistency, performance, and alignment across all regions and facilities, including joint venture operations.

• Establish and enforce quality standards and regulatory compliance to ensure products consistently meet customer and industry requirements.

• Partner with HR on workforce planning, talent development, and effective deployment of human and capital resources to support operational objectives.

• Define and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), ensuring transparency and accountability for operational results across all locations.

• Lead initiatives to reduce waste, improve procurement effectiveness, and enhance overall cost competitiveness.

• Identify operational risks and implement mitigation strategies while leading change initiatives to support growth, transformation, and continuous improvement.

• Ensure operational execution supports on-time delivery and product excellence, directly contributing to customer satisfaction.

• Champion environmental and sustainability initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all operations.

Qualifications & Experience:

• The successful candidate will be a seasoned operations executive with proven experience within high growth organizations, likely coming from environments where driving operational effectiveness, quality and efficiency is paramount. Consumer focused industry experience would be considered a distinct asset.

• 10+ years’ experience in a complex manufacturing or packaging environments, including multisite/global operations

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering or related disciplines.

• Ability to travel globally as required by the business

• Proven ability to lead operational transformation and deliver enterprise-wide results

• Strong global perspective with the ability to manage complexity, scale, and regional nuance

• Proven track record of ensuring capital projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to expected results

• Deep expertise in manufacturing operations, including purchasing, quality, and engineering

• Demonstrated success managing multi-site production networks and developing site-specific operational strategies aligned to overall business objectives

• Highly data-driven leader, leveraging KPIs, analytics, and performance metrics to drive measurable improvements in operational, financial, quality, and cycle time performance

• Advanced capability in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, process mapping)

• Proven track record as a strong negotiator, effectively partnering with and influencing strategic suppliers to improve performance, reduce costs, and optimize lead times

• Experience leveraging ERP systems and standardized data/metrics to drive performance, transparency, and integration across sites

• Experience leading or supporting acquisitions and post-merger integration, including operational alignment, systems harmonization (e.g., ERP), and rapid stabilization of acquired sites to achieve synergies and performance targets

• Proven leadership in change management, with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and build high-performing operations talent

• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate both strategically and tactically

• Experience in entrepreneurial environments, contributing to strategic direction and key decision-making

• Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills

• Experience developing and executing operational strategies aligned with corporate objectives

A Little Bit More About Us:

Hunter Amenities’ global headquarters is in Burlington, Ontario where we manufacture one of the richest portfolios of licensed amenity brands for our 5- and 6-star global hotels, boutique hotels, spas, cruise lines and retail clients. Hunter has built a broad retail portfolio, creating both private labels and branded beauty products of the highest quality. Learn more about our company and culture at www.hunteramenities.com.

Based on our profile and needs we will only contact those candidates selected for interviews. Thanks for applying!

Hunter Amenities International Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. Hunter does not discriminate on the basis of race/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by current law.

Hunter Amenities is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA’). If you require accommodation for disability during any stage of the recruitment process, please notify Human Resources at 1-800-668-1483.