Vice President Operations

Vice President of OperationsLocation: Vermont or New York (South Burlington, VT area or Saratoga/Capital Region, NY) Company: Healthy Living Type: Full-Time | Senior Leadership Lead Our Commitment to Unparalleled Store ExcellenceAt Healthy Living, we believe that creating the best guest experience starts with the best store conditions. Whether it's our shelves, our team, or our product quality, every detail matters. As Vice President of Operations, you will be at the helm of maintaining and elevating standards across all locations, ensuring our stores consistently reflect the values and excellence our guests expect. We're seeking a strategic and hands-on leader who thrives in a multi-store environment and who can inspire teams to deliver top-tier performance. If you have a proven track record of driving operational excellence across multiple locations while building a culture of collaboration and accountability, this role is for you. What You'll DoAs VP of Operations, your primary responsibility will be ensuring exceptional, consistent store conditions across all locations. You will: Oversee day-to-day operations in multiple locations, with a laser focus on hospitality, cleanliness, safety, organization, and product presentationImplement and continuously improve operational standards for every aspect of the store "” from store layout to inventory management to staff training on store upkeep and safety. Ensure optimal store conditions at all times, driving operational excellence through constant attention to detail, systems, and quality control. Lead a team of Directors and Managers to ensure seamless store performance, while fostering a culture of accountability and pride in the work. Maintain a hands-on approach with store teams to quickly resolve operational issues and uphold Healthy Living's high standards of store presentation and guest experienceCollaborate with cross-functional teams (Purchasing, Marketing, People & Experience, Finance) to integrate operational strategies into broader company goals. Who You AreAn operations leader with 7+ years of experience in grocery, with a proven track record of managing and elevating store conditions. A detail-oriented problem-solver, capable of maintaining a high level of operational excellence across multiple locations. A skilled manager who can motivate and train teams to uphold top-notch standards in store cleanliness, organization, and customer satisfaction. Passionate about creating environments where employees and customers feel welcome, valued, and confident in the quality of products and services. Experienced in using data and KPIs to monitor store conditions, inventory, and operational efficiency, and can make swift adjustments when needed. A communicator who leads by example and fosters a culture of pride in store environments, ensuring every team member understands the importance of maintaining excellence. Why Work With Us?Create lasting impact. Help shape a store experience that our guests trust and love, every time they walk through the door. Mission-driven work. We're focused on providing healthy food and creating spaces that nurture well-being, for both our guests and our team. Leadership opportunity. You'll be a key player in helping lead the company's operational success, with autonomy to implement best practices and optimize our stores. Work-life balance. Enjoy a competitive salary, benefits, and flexible time off, as well as opportunities for relocation support for the right candidate. Live where you love. With our Vermont and New York locations, you can enjoy a high quality of life, surrounded by natural beauty and close-knit communities. Apply NowReady to bring your expertise in store operations to a company that values excellence in every detail? We'd love to hear from you! 

Created: 2025-09-26