Senior VP, Executive Enterprise Operations

Avnet

Principal execution partner to the CEO at Avnet, driving operational excellence and strategic initiatives across global functional strategies. Leading transformation initiatives to enhance productivity and ensure compliance.

Posted 6/17/2026full-timeRemote • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the execution of global functional strategies that drive operational efficiencies.
Ensure alignment with enterprise objectives while leading cross-functional initiatives that enhance productivity, elevate quality, and improve cost efficiency.
Oversee enterprise operational governance structure with clear escalation paths and decision rights.
Design, implement, and refine standardized logistics procedures and operational workflows.
Develop and track key metrics, dashboards, and benchmarks to monitor business performance.
Advocate for and deploy advanced technologies and automation to streamline operations.
Promote collaboration across regional teams, facilitating the exchange of best practices.
Assist with presentations and board material for the CEO.
Develop project plans and deliverables, lead key transformational projects, and mentor project teams.
Monitor adherence to regulatory requirements and company standards, ensuring business unit needs are in line with broader corporate interests.
Identify and resolve barriers to effective execution, establishing a clear roadmap for enterprise initiatives.

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 12 years of progressive leadership experience in operational excellence, logistics, supply chain management, or site leadership within a global distribution environment.
Demonstrated success in leading large-scale transformation initiatives with measurable results.
Strong analytical skills, strategic thinking, and problem-solving abilities.
Outstanding communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Familiarity with program management and scheduling tools and techniques.
Certification or experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies is strongly preferred.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Experience with ERP and other enterprise platforms, with a proven ability to work closely with technology team.
Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Generous Paid Time Off
401K and Pension Plan
Paid Holidays
Family Support (Paid Leave, Surrogacy, Adoption)
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account / Flexible Spending Account
Education Assistance
Employee Development Resources
Employee Wellness, Leadership Development and Mentorship Programs

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Hard Skills & Tools

operational excellencelogisticssupply chain managementtransformation initiativesanalytical skillsstrategic thinkingproblem-solvingprogram managementscheduling techniquesERP

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationstakeholder managementcollaborationmentoringproblem resolutionstrategic alignmentcross-functional leadershippresentation skillsteam facilitation

Certifications

LeanSix Sigma