VP Operations

REV Group, Inc

. Lead group-wide operational performance and execution for a manufacturer of ambulance and fire apparatus vehicles .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in operational performance management, focusing on KPI-driven systems, quality assurance, and compliance in build-to-order manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams to achieve significant improvements in cost, quality, and delivery metrics.

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KPI SystemsPerformance ManagementCross-Functional LeadershipCompliance-Driven ProductionOperational Excellence

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Hard Skills

Operational Performance ManagementRoot-Cause Problem-SolvingCapacity PlanningProduction SchedulingQuality SystemsCost ManagementEngineering ProcessesSupply Chain ManagementData AnalysisProcess Standardization

Soft Skills

LeadershipAccountabilityCollaborationCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMRP SystemsReal-Time DashboardsDigital Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EngineeringMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Specialty Vehicle ManufacturingFire ApparatusAmbulance ManufacturingBuild-to-Order ProductionQuality AssuranceRegulatory Standards

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead group-wide operational performance and execution for a manufacturer of ambulance and fire apparatus vehicles
Establish and lead KPI-driven operating systems with real-time dashboards across programs, functions, and sites
Improve on-time delivery, build cycle time, schedule adherence, cost per unit, gross margin, quality, rework, and warranty/field defect rates
Implement structured daily and weekly operating rhythms with accountability and escalation
Identify and close performance gaps across custom, low-to-mid volume production environments
Drive root-cause problem-solving for delivery, quality, and cost issues
Partner with plant and functional leaders to improve throughput, reduce rework, and stabilize production schedules
Align engineering, supply chain, and operations around shared KPIs and program milestones
Support new apparatus launches and customer-specific configurations
Improve coordination between design changes, material availability, and production schedules
Ensure alignment with applicable industry and regulatory standards
Strengthen quality systems and drive accountability for documentation, testing, and certification processes
Standardize operational and program management processes across the business
Eliminate bottlenecks across engineering release, material flow, and production readiness
Enhance ERP/MRP and digital tools for real-time visibility into order status, materials, and production progress
Contribute to capacity planning and scalability for growing emergency vehicle demand
Support integration of new product lines or acquisitions
Build repeatable, predictable execution in a high-customization environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field
MBA preferred
12–15+ years of leadership experience in specialty vehicle, fire apparatus, ambulance, or similar build-to-order manufacturing
Proven track record of delivering quantifiable improvements in cost, quality, and delivery metrics
Experience managing operations in highly customized, compliance-driven production environments
Strong background in KPI systems, performance management, and cross-functional leadership
Working knowledge of engineering and supply chain processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive benefits in addition to competitive pay
Pay-for-performance philosophy allowing top performers to earn more based on continued success