EMPWR creates high quality nutritious and delicious bars.
Our company was founded in 2020 and has experienced remarkable growth ever since. We produce some of the most iconic and leading brands, setting the standard for taste and texture in the market. We’re active in The Netherlands, Croatia, USA, Canada and Belgium, with 1300 passionate employees.
As one talented team, we share a passion for high quality nutritious and delicious bars. Acting as entrepreneurs in our professions, we team up with each other on an exciting path to growth. EMPWR prioritizes employee safety and creates a motivating work environment that encourages collaboration and personal growth.
This year, we’re expanding even more and transform our operations into state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. With joined forces, we continue to grow.
Join us and help shape the future of healthy snacking!
About the Role
We are seeking a Vice President of Operations to lead and scale our operational functions across the organization. This role is responsible for driving execution, improving efficiency, and ensuring our operations can support continued growth.
The VP of Operations will partner closely with executive leadership to translate strategy into action, build high-performing teams, and deliver consistent, measurable results across safety, production, continuous improvement, sanitation, maintenance, and related functions.
What You’ll Do
Lead day-to-day operations across safety, production, sanitation, continuous improvement, and maintenance
Translate business strategy into clear operational plans and priorities
Drive performance through KPIs focused on productivity, cost, quality, and service
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce waste
Build, develop, and lead a high-performing operations leadership team
Partner with Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, and cost improvement efforts
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
Support growth initiatives including capacity planning, capital projects, and new product launches
Collaborate cross-functionally with HR, Finance, R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, and Commercial teams
Drive accountability and improve decision-making across the organization
What We’re Looking For
10–15+ years of progressive operations leadership experience
Experience in manufacturing or a regulated environment (food production preferred)
Proven track record of improving operational performance and scaling operations
Strong financial and business acumen
Experience leading large, cross-functional teams
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Strong leadership presence and ability to influence at all levels