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The Vice President of Sales and Marketing partners closely with the Senior Vice President, operations leadership, clinical leadership, finance, compliance, marketing, and regional sales teams to ...

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How much do vice president compliance jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for vice president compliance in Decatur, GA is $144,538.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $123,000.00 and $165,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Vice President Compliance vs Compliance Director?

AspectVice President ComplianceCompliance Director
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire compliance program, sets strategic direction, manages senior compliance staffManages day-to-day compliance operations, implements policies, supervises compliance teams
Required CredentialsOften requires advanced degrees and certifications like CRCM or CCEP, extensive experienceSimilar certifications, typically less senior experience needed
Work EnvironmentExecutive leadership, strategic planning, cross-department collaborationOperational focus, team management, policy enforcement

The Vice President Compliance holds a higher strategic and leadership role, overseeing the entire compliance program and setting policies, while the Compliance Director focuses on managing daily operations and implementing compliance policies within the organization.

What does a vice president compliance do?

A Vice President of Compliance oversees an organization's adherence to regulatory requirements and internal policies. They develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs to ensure operations meet legal and ethical standards. This role involves managing compliance teams, conducting risk assessments, and coordinating with legal and executive teams to address potential issues. The Vice President of Compliance also stays updated on laws and regulations relevant to the industry, providing guidance and training to staff as needed.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a vice president compliance?

To excel as a Vice President Compliance, you need deep expertise in regulatory frameworks, risk management, and compliance strategy, often supported by a law degree or relevant certifications like CRCM or CCEP. Familiarity with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) software, as well as advanced data analytics tools, is typically required. Strong leadership, ethical judgment, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for guiding teams and influencing organizational culture. These competencies are essential for ensuring regulatory adherence, minimizing risk exposure, and maintaining the organization's reputation.

What are some common challenges vice presidents compliance face when balancing regulatory requirements with business objectives?

Vice Presidents of Compliance often navigate the complex task of ensuring that their organization meets all regulatory requirements while supporting business growth and innovation. One common challenge is interpreting evolving regulations and translating them into effective internal policies without hindering operational efficiency. They also frequently work cross-functionally, collaborating with legal, risk management, and business units to ensure compliance is integrated into strategic decisions. Maintaining a proactive compliance culture and effectively communicating risks and requirements across various departments are key aspects of this leadership role.
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Vice President Electronics Manufacturing

Acuity Brands

Conyers, GA • On-site

$143K - $185K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 2 days ago


Acuity Brands rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

129th of 156 rated electronics manufacturers


Job description

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives. 

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals. 

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com. 

Work location:

  • This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes 25-50% travel as part of the responsibilities.
Job Summary

The Vice President of Global Electronics Manufacturing is a critical enterprise leader responsible for shaping and executing the end-to-end electronics manufacturing strategy across a global portfolio of lighting and controls solutions. This role sits at the intersection of product innovation, engineering, supply chain, and operations-ensuring scalable, resilient, and cost-effective manufacturing capabilities that accelerate growth and differentiate performance in the market.

The VP will architect a future-ready electronics ecosystem-driving standardization, modularity, and advanced manufacturing strategies while navigating geopolitical complexity, regulatory requirements, and evolving technology landscapes. This leader will build and lead a high-performing global organization spanning strategy, NPI, manufacturing engineering, and operational excellence. The role reports directly to SVP, Global Manufacturing for Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL)

Key Responsibilities
  • 1. Enterprise Manufacturing Strategy

    Define and lead the global electronics manufacturing strategy aligned with business growth, product roadmaps, and sustainability commitments.

    • Establish long-term manufacturing footprint, automation, and platform strategies
    • Drive make-vs-buy decisions and geopolitical/tariff optimization
    • Ensure tight integration across product architecture, sourcing, and manufacturing ecosystems
    2. Business Excellence & Standardization

    Create a world-class, scalable electronics manufacturing system.

    • Standardize engineering practices across design, validation, and system architecture
    • Advance design-for-excellence disciplines (DfM, DfA, thermal, modularity)
    • Embed governance models and digital tools that enable consistency, speed, and quality
    3. Quality, Compliance & Reliability Leadership

    Position quality and reliability as a competitive differentiator.

    • Own global electronics quality standards, compliance, and regulatory adherence
    • Drive field performance, reliability targets, and closed-loop continuous improvement
    • Build robust validation, testing, and lifecycle management capabilities
    4. New Product Introduction (NPI)

    Accelerate speed-to-market through seamless NPI execution.

    • Partner with Product and Engineering to transition concepts into scalable production
    • Drive platform-based architectures and manufacturability at design stage
    • Lead supplier selection, qualification, and integration into NPI processes
    5. Financial & Operational Performance

    Deliver best-in-class cost, productivity, and investment outcomes.

    • Own electronics cost structure, productivity roadmaps, and margin improvement
    • Lead CapEx strategy and ROI-driven investment planning
    • Align manufacturing performance with broader business and portfolio strategy
    6. Global Leadership & Talent Development

    Build and lead a high-impact global organization.

    • Lead teams across electronics engineering, manufacturing and supplier engineering
    • Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and technical excellence
    • Drive change management and organizational evolution to meet future-state ambitions
Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Power Engineering
  • Minimum of 12+ years of relevant experience
  • Extensive Electronics Manufacturing expertise
  • Experience in Supply Chain and Cost leadership in Electronics
  • Experience in utilizing software for late-stage customization within manufacturing
  • Cross-functional and Executive Influence
  • Strategic leadership and transformation
  • Operational excellence and execution (Quality, Service, and Productivity)
  • Outcome-driven mindset and customer focus
  • Manage change: Drive effective change management and evolve from where we are today
  • Exerting up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects

Preferred Experience

  • Master's Degree 
  • Strategic and operational experience within Manufacturing or Supply Chain
Travel Requirements: 25 - 50%
    Other
    Core Capabilities
    • Deep expertise in global electronics manufacturing and supply chain ecosystems
    • Hands on experience in electronics manufacturing
    • Proven leader in large-scale transformation and strategy execution
    • Experience integrating software/configuration into late-stage manufacturing environments
    • Exceptional cross-functional influence at executive levels
    • Ability to lead through complexity, ambiguity, and global scale
    Leadership Competencies
    • Strategic Communication: Translates complex manufacturing and technology strategies into clear, actionable direction across diverse stakeholders
    • Enterprise Influence: Aligns product, engineering, and supply chain leaders toward a unified operating model
    • Change Leadership: Effectively leads transformation from current to future-state manufacturing capabilities
    • Customer & Outcome Focus: Relentless focus on delivering value-quality, speed, cost, and reliability

    Scope Note: 

    • This role drives global electronics manufacturing strategy, and performance, but does not directly own physical plant operations or site-level culture metrics

    We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

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    Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

    Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. 

    Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search. 

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