Vice President, Operational Design and Innovation
Quick Summary
Strategy Partner with senior leaders to define strategic objectives and translate those objectives into priorities and plans.
7+ years leading a complex operations organization. Field leadership experience a plus. Theater, retail, restaurant, multi-unit franchise operations,
As part of our Cinemark Universe, you'll discover fun opportunities with real growth potential and plenty of perks. With 500+ theatres and nearly 6,000 screens; we're truly a global presence of 20,000 movie lovers working together to make unforgettable experiences.
Responsibilities
~2 min read- →Strategy
- →Partner with senior leaders to define strategic objectives and translate those objectives into priorities and plans. Collaborate and work cross-functionally with department leaders to accomplish objectives.
- →Ensure company programs and policies meet current and future business needs by creating a culture of continuous improvement and transformation
- →Develop long range plans to improve operational excellence for the brand
- →Leadership
- →Lead CSC Operations teams that include multiple Managers/Directors and their direct reports. Drive a high-engagement, high-performance environment that recognizes and rewards achievement and retains its team members.
- →Provide consistent support, coaching and feedback to CSC Operations teams and assess performance on an ongoing basis with a goal of identifying and achieving business goals, career goals and professional skill development
- →Develop CC Operations succession plan by providing career planning/cross training opportunities for existing team, identifying internal and external talent sources, and leading recruiting efforts for open positions
- →Execution
- →Improve operational execution throughout the company by establishing consistent protocols, identifying improvement opportunities, providing training and support to front line leaders, escalating complex situations. Act as a champion for strategic initiatives.
- →Operate in a complex and fast-paced environment, adjusting priorities as circumstances require
- →Develop and manage annual budget for CSC Operations department, strategic projects, and field support tools
- →Key Work Streams
- →Food and Beverage Operations: Contribute operational insight to strategic design of Food & Beverage initiatives, ensure delivery of high-quality food and beverage services, and establish effective field inventory management processes and tools.
- →Continuous Improvement: Lead the discovery and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives within CSC Operations and Field Operations, and lead change management efforts associated with process improvements projects.
- →Industrial Engineering: Collaborates with Food & Beverage and Construction leaders to evaluate, develop, and implement equipment solutions, kitchen designs, and concession renovations to ensure optimized operational efficiency.
Requirements
~1 min read- 7+ years leading a complex operations organization. Field leadership experience a plus.
- Theater, retail, restaurant, multi-unit franchise operations, and/or hospitality industry experience a plus
- Results oriented with excellent judgement, problem solving and prioritization skills
- Extensive expertise in building and leading cross-functional teams, planning and directing projects
- Advanced understanding and competency in strategy and systems for project management, and work streams detailed above
- Excellent analytical, communication, presentation, and organizational skills; effective at communicating at all levels of an organization
- A collaborative leadership style, with clear capacity to influence and cultivate trusting relationships with internal team, peers, vendor partners, and guests
- Ability to identify and attract high caliber, diverse team players, and developing them into future leaders.
- Self-motivated leader with the ability to solve complex business and human resource related problems and influence others while promoting a safe positive work environment
- Demonstrated ability to champion strategic transformation initiatives within the organization
- A proactive approach to project management, strategic planning, and multi-level team leadership
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time.
What We Offer
~1 min readAt Cinemark, we believe every team member should feel like a hero. Each career comes with a variety of blockbuster benefits for both hourly and salaried team members.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Who can apply
- United States
- Posted
- 15 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 1, 2026
- First seen
- October 1, 2026
- Last seen
- October 16, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 14
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 24%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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