How to hire a vice president of global operations

How to hire a vice president of global operations, step by step

Here's a step-by-step vice president of global operations hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a vice president of global operations job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new vice president of global operations
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   The vice president of global operations hiring process starts by determining what type of worker you actually need. Certain roles might require a full-time employee, whereas part-time workers or contractors can do others.

   Determine employee vs contractor status

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   A vice president of global operations's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, vice presidents of global operations from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   This list shows salaries for various types of vice presidents of global operations.

   Type of Vice President Of Global Operations	Description	Hourly rate
   Vice President Of Global Operations	Top executives devise strategies and policies to ensure that an organization meets its goals. They plan, direct, and coordinate operational activities of companies and organizations.	$50-156
   Operations Director	Operations directors oversee all company operations. They have the power to set the direction, change the course of the organization, and reform strategies to ensure efficiency in how the company operates... Show more	$31-78
   Operations Manager	Operations managers are in charge of running the main business of the organization. They ensure that the business is running smoothly from an operations standpoint... Show more	$22-59

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Supply Chain
   • Continuous Improvement
   • Lean Six Sigma
   • Oversight
   • Strategic Plan
   • Logistics
   • Project Management
   • KPIs
   • Global Operations
   • Process Improvement
   • Service Delivery
   • Gross Margin
   • Product Development
   • Risk Management

   Check all skills

   Responsibilities:

   • Lead operations team to an efficient on-time, go-live of JD Edwards ERP system and WERCS compliance program.
   • Identify regulatory risk for Mexico technology requirements and lead in-flight RFP for new provider to meet government digital certification requirements.
   • Negotiate and choose freight / logistics management vendor partners.
   • Redesign global distribution centers network and optimize international logistics partnerships
   • Redesign global distribution centers network and optimize international logistics partnerships

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3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your vice president of global operations job description helps attract top candidates to the position. A vice president of global operations salary can be affected by several factors, such as geography, experience, seniority, certifications, and the prestige of the hiring company.

   For example, the average salary for a vice president of global operations in Oregon may be lower than in Rhode Island, and an entry-level vice president of global operations usually earns less than a senior-level vice president of global operations. Additionally, a vice president of global operations with certifications may command a higher salary, and working for a well-known company or start-up may also impact an employee's pay.

   Average vice president of global operations salary

   $185,560yearly

   $89.21 hourly rate

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   Entry-level vice president of global operations salary

   $105,000 yearly salary

   Updated December 16, 2025

   Average vice president of global operations salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	Florida	$196,873	$95
   2	District of Columbia	$192,435	$93
   3	Georgia	$183,598	$88
   4	Texas	$178,436	$86
   5	New York	$176,602	$85
   6	New Jersey	$171,219	$82
   7	Virginia	$170,749	$82
   8	Massachusetts	$168,797	$81
   9	North Carolina	$163,320	$79
   10	Colorado	$160,197	$77
   11	Indiana	$159,339	$77
   12	California	$156,859	$75
   13	Illinois	$156,248	$75
   14	Wisconsin	$155,068	$75
   15	Maryland	$154,524	$74
   16	Ohio	$132,632	$64
   17	Nevada	$123,216	$59
   18	Washington	$99,445	$48
   19	Oregon	$96,648	$46
   20	Utah	$87,895	$42

   Average vice president of global operations salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	DocuSign	$199,151	$95.75	7
   2	CTS Corporation	$188,124	$90.44	3
   3	Park Assist	$185,453	$89.16
   4	Audible	$184,286	$88.60
   5	AIG	$183,746	$88.34	37
   6	R/GA	$176,815	$85.01	12
   7	Aristocrat Technologies, Inc.	$176,051	$84.64	13
   8	ManpowerGroup	$173,662	$83.49	30
   9	EQRx	$172,192	$82.78
   10	UTi United States Inc	$168,137	$80.84
   11	Fastly	$166,946	$80.26
   12	Calfrac Well Services Corp.	$166,493	$80.04
   13	Citi	$165,504	$79.57	291
   14	Wolters Kluwer	$163,946	$78.82	130
   15	Starcom	$163,495	$78.60
   16	ChildFund International	$163,193	$78.46
   17	Informatica	$162,087	$77.93
   18	Personalized Beauty Discovery, Inc.	$158,594	$76.25
   19	Universal Instruments	$157,980	$75.95
   20	Signature Technicair	$154,108	$74.09

4. Writing a vice president of global operations job description

   A job description for a vice president of global operations role includes a summary of the job's main responsibilities, required skills, and preferred background experience. Including a salary range can also go a long way in attracting more candidates to apply, and showing the first name of the hiring manager can also make applicants more comfortable. As an example, here's a vice president of global operations job description:

   Vice president of global operations job description example

   Denali Therapeutics is dedicated to developing breakthrough therapies for neurodegenerative diseases through our deep commitment to degeneration biology, biomarker driven drug development, and execution of natural history and Ph1-Ph3 clinical trials.
   The Opportunity
   
   Reporting to the Chief Medical Officer and Head of Development, the Vice President, Development Operations is accountable for program and study execution, clinical outsourcing, business operations and analytics functions, and data management across the global organization with headquarter sites in Zurich and South San Francisco. The VP Development Operations will be part of the Development Leadership Team and Portfolio Leadership Team and will work closely with functions including Early Clinical, Late Clinical and Medical Affairs, Clinical Pharmacology, Regulatory / Quality, Biometrics, and Translational Biology / Biomarker Operations to ensure seamless and timely execution of clinical trials from Ph1-3 that enable inspection ready data. The Vice President, Development Operations is accountable for enabling Denali to be the partner of choice for study sites, contract research organizations (CROs) and other external partners for global clinical trials and ensuring execution of clinical trials to projected budget and timelines.
   
   Responsibilities (include but are not limited to the following)
   Responsible for the global leadership, strategic planning, oversight, mentoring, and integrated planning and operations of our clinical trials and projects including but not limited to financial planning and budgeting, execution of clinical trials and projects, and ensuring high quality data collection to support regulatory filing. In collaboration with Development, Portfolio Management, Finance, Legal / Contracts and other stakeholders, oversee clinical project schedules, timelines, budgets and key performance milestones to meet corporate objectives Accountable for leveraging Development Operations organization to deliver on clinical operations scenario planning, high level forecasting of timelines, assessment of program level feasibility, and estimation of resources and budget Accountable for review and tracking of clinical trial budget plans and actuals and progress with recruitment, utilizing appropriate tools and enabling dashboards for efficient corporate-wide communication Lead organization in preparing and presents trial parameters and clinical information to senior management, vendors, and other key stakeholders Excellent working knowledge of FDA and EMA regulations and expectations, GCPs, ICH guidelines, and all phases of clinical drug development Lead strategic approach to global clinical trials including strategies for resourcing, CRO partnership strategy (preferred partners) and organizational structure Demonstrated ability to innovate and execute for both strategic and tactical abilities and stay ahead of challenges with proactive strategies. Experience in sponsoring / leading internal and external inspections and/or audits Champions a mindset and approach that fosters collaboration, consistency, and continuous improvement Ensures alignment with broader Denali strategic initiatives and business needs Ensures advocacy / voice of the patient represented in the planning, design and conduct of clinical trials
   
   Requirements
   Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a related field (advanced degree preferred) At least 10 years management experience and 15+ years of experience within a clinical operations function with experience across global Ph1-3 trials in a highly outsourced CRO partnership model Experience with direct management of clinical operations, business operations and data management and / or participation in leadership team with heads of relevant functions Experience in Rare Disease, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, or ALS clinical operations is a plus Analytical thought partner with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines Demonstrated experience of strong, collaborative and nurturing leadership, management and mentorship abilities across all levels of clinical operations staff Track record of excellence in effective management of multiple projects, priorities and budgets Understanding of comprehensive regulatory requirements and strategic implications for clinical development operations Ability to remain calm and navigate in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and presentation skills
   
   Denali is committed to its core company value of unity by creating a diverse and inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, basis of disability, or any other federal, state or local protected class.
   
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5. Post your job

   To find vice presidents of global operations for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any vice presidents of global operations they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level vice presidents of global operations with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

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6. Interview candidates

   Recruiting vice presidents of global operations requires you to bring your A-game to the interview process. The first interview should introduce the company and the role to the candidate as much as they present their background experience and reasons for applying for the job. During later interviews, you can go into more detail about the technical details of the job and ask behavioral questions to gauge how they'd fit into your current company culture.

   It's also good to ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match your ideal candidate profile. If you think a candidate is good enough for the next step, you can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new vice president of global operations

   Once you have selected a candidate for the vice president of global operations position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's equally important to follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   Once that's done, you can draft an onboarding schedule for the new vice president of global operations. Human Resources should complete Employee Action Forms and ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc. They should also ensure that new employee files are created for internal recordkeeping.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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