SeaWorld is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. Were also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We're always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals to join our team. Position Summary As United Parks & Resorts look to continue its reinvention, we are seeking a top tier strategist and executor to step in as VP of Cost Transformation. This person will be responsible for partnering across the leadership and investor teams to understand and define major cost savings initiatives for the business, and to dive in and execute against those opportunities. This is a key leadership role within the organization, one that will interact with all functions along with investors and partners. The right candidate will bring a mix of strategic thinking, problem solving, and communication skills, along with strong results-orientation. Further, this person will bring deep expertise in cost savings and transformation initiatives, with an eye toward constant improvement of our bottom line. We look for ambassadors who are energized self-starters not afraid to share their perspectives. The right person will want to dive in with the business while operating as a senior leader in a beloved brand and public company. Key Responsibilities The primary responsibility of the VP, Cost Transformation is to oversee and support strategic cost-saving initiatives, creating efficiencies and value across the organization and helping drive meaningful improvements to bottom-line results. Serve as a trusted thought partner to the CEO, CFO, investors, and leaders across the company; providing a keen problem solver mindset to help address key cost challenges in the business. Identify, prioritize, and solve the most critical business challenges related to United Parks & Resorts Inc.’s cost base, stepping in to lead such projects and drive to rapid and meaningful results. Lead cost management strategy in support of the Annual Operating Plan and Annual Capital Plan and lead the efforts to deliver on those strategies Lead the centralized labor management teams and processes across the Enterprise Manage a variety of projects and tasks at any given time. Surface new opportunities to meaningfully improve costs and operations and across the business, ensuring a steady flow of improvements. Demonstrate a structured and analytical approach to core challenges. Interface with leaders across the business and beyond, building and maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders Professional Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or another quantitative discipline highly desired. Demonstrated success in a high-pace environment such as Management Consulting, Private Equity Portfolio Companies, or Start-ups. Experience managing a broad purview and diving into a variety of challenges, such as in Strategy, Special Projects, Business Operations, or Management Consulting roles. Experience working and communicating with senior and C-Suite leaders - ability to operate at high levels as well as in the details. Demonstrated ability to innovate and adapt to address the needs of a constantly evolving organization (while exhibiting a sense of urgency). Deep empathy and the ability to quickly connect and build trust with people across an organization. Specific expertise in cost savings and performance improvement work, with an eye toward driving improvements to the bottom line. Passion for United Parks and its mission. Travel and tourism experience preferred but not required. The perks of the position: Paid Time Off Complimentary Park Tickets and Passes Park Discounts on Food and Merchandise Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance 401K Retirement plan Voluntary Insurance Life Insurance Disability Benefits Tuition Reimbursement Dependent and Health Care Flexible Spending Accounts Employee Assistance Program Legal Assistance Plan EEO Employer: SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS. United Parks & Resorts is a world-renowned leader in the themed-park and entertainment industry. Our success is built on a passion for caring for animals and a dedication to delivering positive, memorable experiences to people from around the world. We’re also committed to helping ambitious people achieve their professional best. We’re always seeking exceptionally skilled and knowledgeable individuals for a variety of roles throughout our organization.

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