Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Chief Operating Officer to join our client’s leadership team. The COO will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the company, ensuring efficiency, productivity, and profitability across all aspects of their business. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in the distribution industry, with strong focus on operational, sales and marketing excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to develop and implement strategic initiatives that drive growth and enhance our competitive position in the market.

• Operational Management: Oversee all aspects of our company's operations, including warehousing, logistics, inventory management, and distribution processes.

• Sales Optimization: Identify opportunities to improve sales efficiency, develop new business, refine the inside sales operation and initiate an outside sales capability.

• Marketing Development: This company needs to rebrand and develop a marketing strategy. They need to improve their web exposure.

• Customer Focus: Champion a customer-centric approach to operations, ensuring that our products and services consistently meet or exceed customer expectations.

• Financial: Work closely with the CFO to develop and manage budgets, forecast financial performance, and Oversight: identify opportunities for

• Continuous Improvement: Drive a culture of continuous improvement within the operations team, fostering innovation and implementing best practices to enhance operational effectiveness.

• Vendor and Supplier Relations: Cultivate strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products and negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements. The company needs a purchasing strategy.

Job Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field; MBA preferred.

• Proven experience in a senior leadership role within the distribution industry, with a minimum of 10-years of experience.

• Proven success in developing and implementing Sales and Marketing strategies that result in new business.

• Strong strategic planning and execution skills, with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and drive results.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

• Demonstrated success in leading operational initiatives and driving process improvements.

• Solid understanding of financial management principles and experience managing budgets and financial performance.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and effectively manage competing pritorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-soving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and driving collaboration cross department.

Compensation and Benefits

The targeted base compensation for this position is $175,000 to $200,000 and the bonus based on EBITDA. This company offers a full complement of benefits for the employee and dependents.

If you are a results-oriented leader with a passion for operational excellence and are looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a difference, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and qualifications to www.ClearfieldTalent.com and click on Current Positions and click on job # 0424-0322, click Apply and follow instructions. If you meet the qualifications that the client seeks, you should receive a response within 48 hours.

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