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VP Product roles qualify for EB-2 and EB-3 green card sponsorship through the PERM labor certification process, which requires employers to document that no qualified U.S. worker is available before filing your I-140 immigrant petition. Product leadership positions typically meet the advanced-degree standard that makes EB-2 sponsorship a realistic path.
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FreshDirect is a leading online fresh food grocer dedicated to delivering the freshest, highest-quality groceries directly to customers' homes and businesses. Since our founding, we have transformed the grocery experience by combining best-in-class sourcing, state-of-the-art fulfillment operations, and an unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Our purpose-built facility, advanced supply chain, and talented team enable us to deliver fresh produce, premium proteins, prepared foods, and everyday essentials with exceptional speed and accuracy. At FreshDirect, innovation, operational excellence, food safety, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do.
We are seeking an accomplished operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Position Summary
The Vice President of Plant Operations is a key member of the Operations Leadership Team and is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of FreshDirect's manufacturing, fulfillment, warehousing, shipping, and inventory operations. This executive will lead large, cross-functional teams while driving operational excellence across a complex, high-volume food production and distribution environment.
The VP of Plant Operations will oversee day-to-day operations while developing long-term strategies that improve productivity, quality, safety, service, and profitability. This role carries full operational accountability, including workforce planning, production performance, inventory management, capital planning, continuous improvement initiatives, financial performance, and operational scalability to support company growth.
Essential Functions
Strategic Planning & Operations Management
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all plant operations, including production, warehousing, fulfillment, shipping, inventory control, and sanitation.
- Oversee all operational staff and ensure efficient day-to-day execution across multiple departments.
- Develop and execute operational strategies that support FreshDirect's growth, customer service objectives, and long-term business goals.
- Monitor and evaluate operational processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, increased efficiency, enhanced quality, and reduced costs.
- Drive plant-wide financial performance through full P&L ownership, including overhead management, labor optimization, productivity improvement, cost-per-order performance, and budget accountability.
- Develop, manage, and monitor annual operating budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
- Establish and track key operational KPIs and performance metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, labor efficiency, inventory accuracy, customer service, and financial performance.
- Lead manufacturing excellence initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with all FDA, USDA, OSHA, SQF, HACCP, GMP, and applicable regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of food safety and workplace safety.
- Direct strategic planning for manufacturing capacity, facility optimization, automation, and operational scalability.
- Lead capital improvement projects from concept through implementation while ensuring return on investment objectives are achieved.
- Ensure all manufacturing, warehousing, and fulfillment processes are effectively planned, executed, measured, and continuously improved.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead and develop a high-performing Operations Leadership Team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Build a culture focused on safety, operational excellence, innovation, engagement, and customer satisfaction.
- Hold managers accountable for achieving departmental goals and operational performance metrics.
- Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Develop succession planning and leadership development programs to strengthen organizational capability.
- Champion employee engagement initiatives that support retention and professional development.
- Promote effective communication across all levels of the organization through regular operational meetings and transparent leadership.
- Partner closely with Human Resources to support workforce planning, talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee relations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience overseeing manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or fulfillment operations within a complex, high-volume environment, preferably within food manufacturing, grocery, or consumer packaged goods.
- Demonstrated experience leading large-scale operations with full P&L responsibility.
- Proven success driving operational transformation, productivity improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Extensive experience managing logistics, inventory flow, materials management, procurement planning, and supply chain operations.
- Strong experience leading high-growth organizations through operational scaling and process optimization.
- Extensive knowledge of high-volume pick, pack, production, and fulfillment environments where productivity, quality, and service metrics drive performance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Executive-level understanding of manufacturing operations, warehouse management, distribution, logistics, inventory management, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational strategy.
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience managing complex operational budgets and driving profitability.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proven ability to lead complex organizational change initiatives and large cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, decision-making, and executive communication skills.
- Experience with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and operational technology integrations.
- Ability to manage a 24/7 production and fulfillment operation while balancing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Strong track record of improving operational KPIs, productivity, quality, safety, and customer service.
- Hands-on executive leadership style with the ability to inspire, motivate, coach, and develop leaders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to build accountability, foster innovation, and create a high-performance culture.
- Passion for developing future leaders through succession planning, mentorship, and career development.
FreshDirect is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
About FreshDirect
FreshDirect is a leading online fresh food grocer dedicated to delivering the freshest, highest-quality groceries directly to customers' homes and businesses. Since our founding, we have transformed the grocery experience by combining best-in-class sourcing, state-of-the-art fulfillment operations, and an unwavering commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
Our purpose-built facility, advanced supply chain, and talented team enable us to deliver fresh produce, premium proteins, prepared foods, and everyday essentials with exceptional speed and accuracy. At FreshDirect, innovation, operational excellence, food safety, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything we do.
We are seeking an accomplished operational leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-volume environment and is passionate about building high-performing teams, driving operational excellence, and delivering exceptional customer experiences.
Position Summary
The Vice President of Plant Operations is a key member of the Operations Leadership Team and is responsible for the strategic direction and execution of FreshDirect's manufacturing, fulfillment, warehousing, shipping, and inventory operations. This executive will lead large, cross-functional teams while driving operational excellence across a complex, high-volume food production and distribution environment.
The VP of Plant Operations will oversee day-to-day operations while developing long-term strategies that improve productivity, quality, safety, service, and profitability. This role carries full operational accountability, including workforce planning, production performance, inventory management, capital planning, continuous improvement initiatives, financial performance, and operational scalability to support company growth.
Essential Functions
Strategic Planning & Operations Management
- Provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for all plant operations, including production, warehousing, fulfillment, shipping, inventory control, and sanitation.
- Oversee all operational staff and ensure efficient day-to-day execution across multiple departments.
- Develop and execute operational strategies that support FreshDirect's growth, customer service objectives, and long-term business goals.
- Monitor and evaluate operational processes to identify opportunities for continuous improvement, increased efficiency, enhanced quality, and reduced costs.
- Drive plant-wide financial performance through full P&L ownership, including overhead management, labor optimization, productivity improvement, cost-per-order performance, and budget accountability.
- Develop, manage, and monitor annual operating budgets, forecasts, and capital expenditure plans.
- Establish and track key operational KPIs and performance metrics related to safety, quality, productivity, labor efficiency, inventory accuracy, customer service, and financial performance.
- Lead manufacturing excellence initiatives utilizing Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Ensure compliance with all FDA, USDA, OSHA, SQF, HACCP, GMP, and applicable regulatory requirements while fostering a culture of food safety and workplace safety.
- Direct strategic planning for manufacturing capacity, facility optimization, automation, and operational scalability.
- Lead capital improvement projects from concept through implementation while ensuring return on investment objectives are achieved.
- Ensure all manufacturing, warehousing, and fulfillment processes are effectively planned, executed, measured, and continuously improved.
Leadership & People Management
- Lead and develop a high-performing Operations Leadership Team while fostering accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Build a culture focused on safety, operational excellence, innovation, engagement, and customer satisfaction.
- Hold managers accountable for achieving departmental goals and operational performance metrics.
- Establish clear performance expectations and provide regular coaching, feedback, and performance evaluations.
- Develop succession planning and leadership development programs to strengthen organizational capability.
- Champion employee engagement initiatives that support retention and professional development.
- Promote effective communication across all levels of the organization through regular operational meetings and transparent leadership.
- Partner closely with Human Resources to support workforce planning, talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee relations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Operations Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience overseeing manufacturing, distribution, warehouse, or fulfillment operations within a complex, high-volume environment, preferably within food manufacturing, grocery, or consumer packaged goods.
- Demonstrated experience leading large-scale operations with full P&L responsibility.
- Proven success driving operational transformation, productivity improvements, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Extensive experience managing logistics, inventory flow, materials management, procurement planning, and supply chain operations.
- Strong experience leading high-growth organizations through operational scaling and process optimization.
- Extensive knowledge of high-volume pick, pack, production, and fulfillment environments where productivity, quality, and service metrics drive performance.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Executive-level understanding of manufacturing operations, warehouse management, distribution, logistics, inventory management, financial planning, budgeting, forecasting, and operational strategy.
- Strong financial acumen with demonstrated experience managing complex operational budgets and driving profitability.
- Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Proven ability to lead complex organizational change initiatives and large cross-functional teams.
- Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical problem-solving, decision-making, and executive communication skills.
- Experience with ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES), and operational technology integrations.
- Ability to manage a 24/7 production and fulfillment operation while balancing multiple priorities and competing deadlines.
- Strong track record of improving operational KPIs, productivity, quality, safety, and customer service.
- Hands-on executive leadership style with the ability to inspire, motivate, coach, and develop leaders at all levels.
- Demonstrated ability to build accountability, foster innovation, and create a high-performance culture.
- Passion for developing future leaders through succession planning, mentorship, and career development.
FreshDirect is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in VP Product
Document your strategic product impact early
PERM requires your employer to define the job's minimum requirements before advertising the role. Gather evidence of P&L ownership, cross-functional leadership, and product outcomes now, so your job description accurately reflects the advanced-degree standard USCIS expects for EB-2.
Target companies with established PERM infrastructure
Many VP-level green card cases stall because the employer lacks an immigration attorney relationship or HR bandwidth for PERM audits. Look for companies that have filed PERM applications in the past three years, which signals an active sponsorship program rather than a first attempt.
Verify your role meets EB-2 specialty occupation criteria
Use O*NET to confirm the VP Product occupation profile requires a specific advanced degree, not just a generic bachelor's. If the role qualifies under Job Zone 5, you have a stronger foundation for an EB-2 filing over the lower-threshold EB-3 professional category.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Negotiate green card sponsorship as a written offer term, not a verbal assurance. Ask specifically whether the company will cover PERM advertising costs and attorney fees, since employers are legally required to pay those charges and cannot pass them to you.
Search for VP Product roles on Migrate Mate
Filter by green card sponsorship history to find employers who have completed EB-2 or EB-3 PERM filings for product leadership roles. Migrate Mate surfaces this data so you're applying to companies with a documented sponsorship track record, not just a careers-page promise.
Understand how PERM wage requirements affect your negotiation
Your offered salary must meet or exceed the prevailing wage determined by DOL for your specific job title and work location. Look up the applicable wage level using the OFLC Wage Search before negotiating, so your offer satisfies PERM requirements without requiring a salary amendment later.
Green Card VP Product: Frequently Asked Questions
Do VP Product roles typically qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most VP Product positions qualify for EB-2 because the role requires an advanced degree in a specialized field such as computer science, engineering, or business. If your employer defines the minimum requirement as a bachelor's degree with significant experience, EB-3 professional is the fallback. The distinction matters because EB-2 priority dates are generally shorter for most countries outside India and China.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for a VP Product role?
Green card sponsorship through PERM and I-140 is permanent and carries no annual cap at the EB-3 level for most countries, unlike the H-1B lottery. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM advertising and DOL review can take six to twelve months before your I-140 is even filed. H-1B visa gets you working faster but leaves you dependent on annual status renewals and, for nationals of India and China, a priority date backlog that can span decades for EB-2.
What makes the PERM process more complex for VP Product than for individual contributor roles?
Executive and VP-level job descriptions attract more DOL scrutiny because the minimum requirements must be realistic, not tailored to a specific candidate. If the PERM advertisement lists requirements that match only your resume, DOL can audit the filing. Your employer's attorney should define the role's actual minimum education and experience before any advertising begins, not after you've already been selected.
How can I find VP Product jobs that already sponsor green cards?
Use Migrate Mate to search VP Product roles filtered by employment-based green card sponsorship history. Companies that have completed PERM filings for product leadership positions are more likely to have the legal infrastructure and budget to sponsor again. Applying to companies with no prior PERM history means you're asking them to build a program from scratch, which significantly increases timeline risk.
Can my employer start the PERM process while I'm still on H-1B?
Yes, and starting early is strategically important. PERM can be filed at any point during your H-1B status, and having an approved I-140 before your sixth H-1B year unlocks annual H-1B extensions beyond the standard six-year limit under AC21. For VP Product roles, where the hiring process alone can take months, asking your employer to initiate PERM shortly after your start date protects your long-term status.