Vice President, Sustainable Operations
Role Description The Vice President, Sustainable Operations is a full-time remote role responsible for building and leading operational strategies that support sustainable growth across Petrie’s Designer Fashion’s chain of stores. This role oversees end-to-end operations, including supply chain, store processes, and sustainability initiatives aligned with environmental and social responsibility. Day-to-day tasks include managing operational performance, optimizing resource use, and ensuring that sustainability principles are integrated into merchandising, logistics, and customer experience. The Vice President collaborates closely with executive leadership, designers, vendors, and internal teams to develop and implement policies, KPIs, and continuous improvement programs. This role also drives cross-functional projects, manages budgets, and champions best practices that strengthen the brand and operational resilience.
Qualifications
- Demonstrated expertise in Operations Management, with experience leading complex, multi-location or retail operations.
- Strong P&L Management skills, including budgeting, financial analysis, and performance optimization.
- Customer Service orientation, with a track record of designing and improving customer-centric processes.
- Proficiency in Strategic Planning, including long-term sustainability strategy, goal setting, and execution.
- Advanced Project Management skills, with experience overseeing cross-functional initiatives and meeting timelines and deliverables.
- Background in sustainability, responsible sourcing, or ESG practices within retail, fashion, or related industries.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels in a remote environment.
- Proven leadership experience managing diverse teams and driving change in dynamic, growth-focused organizations.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Sustainability, or a related field; advanced degree is an advantage.
- International experience and familiarity with global fashion markets, supply chains, and regulatory requirements are beneficial.