Chief Operating Officer

Job Description : COO SYDNEY AUSTRALIA one of the world's leading design, manufacturing and distribution businesses in their search for a Chief Operating Officer. Our client has experienced rapid growth in recent years and is seeking a highly experienced, senior operations leader to join their team, with a view to creating increased efficiencies and improved profitability, and contributing to the strategic growth objectives of the business. The Role Reporting to the business' directors, the Chief Operating Officer will be responsible for the operational performance of the company. In particular the COO will be responsible for: · Driving the operational performance and efficient use of working capital within the business, with a commitment to continuous improvement; · Leading the entire operational and back office functions of the business, including IT, customer service, finance, human resources, legal, procurement and supply chain; · Regularly and continuously reviewing the financial performance of the business, analysing and assessing opportunities for efficiencies and improved profitability, reporting on the P&L to the board and business' leaders; · Contributing to the development of the business' strategic plans and performance objectives; and · Managing all risk and statutory and compliance requirements for the business. The Person The successful candidate will demonstrate outstanding skills in the following areas: · Business Leadership | Significant experience leading, mentoring and building cross-functional teams, with an ability to inspire, lead by example, and motivate to achieve business objectives in a performance and results-driven environment. At least 5 years' experience in a COO or equivalent position, managing end-to-end the back office functions of a mid-market business (or equivalent-sized business unit). · Financial management and commercial track record | Exceptional commercial acumen and financial management skills, with a track record of delivering exceptional commercial outcomes and an ability to analyse and think strategically and build and implement processes to optimise business performance. · Communication skills and stakeholder management | Exceptional relationship management skills with an ability to build relationships across the business, with a strong partnering approach and commitment to operational excellence. · Industry experience and qualifications | Significant experience in industrial, commercial or consumer durables businesses, with tertiary qualifications in business or similar, and accreditation as a CA or CPA (CA preferred). International / multinational supply chain, procurement, and operational experience is highly advantageous. The Offer This is an exciting opportunity to drive growth in this rapidly growing organisation and advance your career within a leading Australian business. Benefits include but are not limited to: · Be given the opportunity to autonomously drive strategy across multiple business functions in a newly-created, greenfield position · Join a high-performing, international leadership team. · Be part of a growing organisation with strong funding borne from historical profitability · Market-leading remuneration package

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