The Vice-President for Operations (VPO) at EPFL ensures the smooth functioning of the various campuses, including managing human resources, information systems, security, infrastructure development, and procurement. With a focus on developing staff potential and operating sustainable campuses, VPO values collaboration with students, researchers, and staff to excel in its mission. Emphasizing waste reduction, VPO oversees billion-ton food loss awareness, campus construction projects, and procurement management. Additionally, VPO's domains include purchasing advice, construction relations, and operational supervision of remote campuses.