Accountable for the team’s overall performance, providing strategic direction and overseeing all production activities from intake through to final asset delivery.
Manage day-to-day operation, leading a team of cross functional managers and team members responsible for carrying out GS1 Canada’s Imaging and Validation activities.
Work closely with the VP, Operations Transformation in developing, communicating, and implementing strategic and operational direction.
Establish the KPI framework to measure progress against strategic goals and provide timely, accurate reporting to drive decision making and performance improvements.
Design, develop and implement operational tools including capacity and production plans, forecasts, productivity reporting and budgets.
Lead a formal S&OP process with GS1 Business Leaders to ensure business needs are planned for and accounted for.
Develop and maintain effective relationships with key 3rd Party service providers, contractors and external parties; provide oversight for contractual obligations and SLAs.
Promote cross functional learning and training to ensure workforce can scale and flex according to fluctuating volumes.
Champion continuous improvement and automation initiatives to scale the operation while reducing costs and improving SLAs.
Provide hands on coaching and mentoring to the I&V Management Team and develop a culture where team members thrive.
Handle subscriber escalations and serve as a subject matter expert on escalated issues.
Collaborate with technology, solutions, and services to build a development and process improvement backlog aligned to the enterprise technology and solution ecosystem.
Develop a deep understanding of GS1 standards, particularly around measurement and imaging.
Promote and maintain a safe work environment for all employees.
Requirements
Education: University degree in Business Management, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related discipline; MBA an asset.
Experience: 7–10 years of progressive operations leadership at a senior level, with demonstrated success in scaling teams, improving efficiency, and aligning operations to business strategy.
Industry Background: Preference for candidates with experience in high-volume / fast-pace operational environments (e.g., product photography studios, manufacturing, fulfillment centers, or data validation/quality operations).
Financial Acumen: Strong background in budgeting, cost management, and resource allocation.
Process Excellence: Experience with continuous improvement frameworks; industry-recognized certifications (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, CPIM, CSCP) strongly preferred.
Analytical & Technical Skills: Proven ability to interpret operational data and translate insights into decisions and process optimization.
Leadership & Communication: Strong people leadership with exceptional ability to communicate, influence, and collaborate across functions in French and English.
Results Orientation: Demonstrated track record of delivering against SLAs, cost targets, and subscriber experience improvements.
Language: This role requires proficiency in both French and English.