Chief Operating Officer

Job Description : COO PHARMA OUT OF FRANCE 20-25 years exp and open to French speaking candidates Cross-border operations in Africa, LATAM, Southeast Asia. Source countries (India and China), (Destination - Africa, LATAM and Southeast Asia) Position Overview: As the Chief Operating Officer (COO) at Pharmint, you will play a pivotal role in driving the company's operations and ensuring seamless pharmaceutical procurement processes from India to Africa and LATAM. You will be responsible for managing the entire supply chain, from product sourcing to final delivery, ensuring quality, compliance, and efficiency at every stage. This is a leadership role that requires expertise in cross-border pharmaceutical operations, logistics management, and stakeholder communication. Key Responsibilities: 1. Operational Leadership: - Lead the end-to-end operations process for the cross-border pharmaceutical trade. - Ensure the timely flow of goods from factories to shipping lines, ensuring smooth transit and delivery. 2. Cross-Border & Pharma Expertise: - Utilize extensive experience in pharmaceutical procurement and cross-border operations to manage the complexities of international trade. - Oversee and resolve challenges related to customs clearance, logistics, and documentation. 3. Stakeholder Management: - Serve as the main point of contact for buyers and sellers, addressing concerns and solving problems efficiently. - Maintain open communication with all parties, ensuring both buyers and suppliers are regularly updated on product availability, delivery timelines, and payment status. 4. Logistics & Documentation: - Oversee the preparation and accuracy of all shipping documents, including customs clearance, insurance, and the Bill of Lading. - Ensure all documentation is complete and compliant with international trade regulations. 5. Quality Assurance & Compliance: - Coordinate lab testing and quality checks to guarantee product authenticity and safety. - Implement best practices for timely production and quality control. 6. Trade Finance & Payments: - Manage relationships with trade finance partners, ensuring smooth financial transactions and timely payments to suppliers. - Follow up on payments from buyers and manage the financial flow to ensure the company's financial health. 7. Supply Chain Coordination: - Ensure timely delivery of goods and follow up with suppliers on production schedules. - Collaborate with contract management teams to ensure all contracts are signed and executed correctly. 8. Leadership & Strategic Development: - Drive Pharmint's operational growth in line with its mission to become the B2B pharmacy of the world within the next three years. - Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement across the operational teams. Qualifications: - 10+ years of experience in operations management, with a strong focus on cross-border logistics and the pharmaceutical industry. - Proven experience in leading large-scale operations and supply chain operations in international markets. - Extensive knowledge of customs, regulatory requirements, and logistics in regions like Africa, LATAM, and Southeast Asia. - Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to resolve complex challenges in a fast-paced environment. - Excellent communication and leadership skills with the ability to manage relationships with buyers, sellers, and suppliers. - Experience in managing trade finance, customs documentation, and contract execution. - A strategic mindset with a focus on innovation and scaling operations.

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