Henderson Harbor Group Looking for Senior Vice President Operations – $300k + Bonus at Los Angeles County, CA Full Time

Henderson Harbor Group is a premier executive search and consulting firm with specialized expertise in finance, accounting, tax and IT. The search division recruits highly skilled professionals on a direct hire and consulting basis. We service our clients primarily in the tri-state area, as well as nationally through our AAFA network.

Our client, a global leader in the creative economy, is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Vice President of Operations to provide strategic leadership and oversee all aspects of our operational functions as the company goes through a major transformation. The right candidate must have demonstrated experience in payroll and will play a significant role in the company’s transformation. This position will require experience with payroll process consolidation, as well as solid negotiation and communication skills towards all levels of business. In addition, this position will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of operations, including project management, process optimization, resource allocation, and organizational efficiency, to support the company’s growth and success.

Compensation: $300,000 plus bonus

Workplace Policy: Hybrid with the expectation of 2-3 days onsite in Los Angeles, CA

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with the company’s overall business objectives and growth initiatives, driving efficiency, scalability, and profitability.
• Lead and oversee project management activities, ensuring timely and successful delivery of client campaigns, product launches, and internal initiatives, while managing risks and dependencies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization across all operational functions, leveraging technology, automation, and best practices to streamline workflows and enhance productivity.
• Optimize resource allocation, including human capital, technology, and financial resources, to maximize operational efficiency and meet business objectives within budgetary constraints.
• Establish KPIs and performance metrics to measure operational effectiveness and monitor progress towards operational goals, driving accountability and continuous improvement.
• Cross-department collaboration to align operational priorities, optimize cross-functional workflows, and ensure seamless execution of initiatives.
• Team development and leadership
• Vendor and partner management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field
• MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in operations leadership roles, including experience in transformation
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and drive execution
• Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of business