Chief Operating Officer

Job Description : COO NIGERIA ( EXPAT) The Chief Operating Officer will provide cross-functional, strategic leadership for the operation of key business functions, including but not limited to: Business Planning, Manufacturing & Supply Chain, Quality systems, Process Improvement & Operational Excellence, Compliance, IT Systems and HSE The COO will collaborate with CEO in setting and driving organizational vision, operations strategy, and hiring levels and partnering with other C-level executives accomplish short and long-term operational goals. The role owner will translate strategy into actionable steps for growth and annual operations planning. In addition, he/she should oversee company operations, building a highly inclusive culture that ensures team members can thrive and that organizational goals are met. Business Planning: o Develop and implement a strategic plan that aligns with the company’s vision and business objectives. o Develop and maintain processes that ensure effective planning, budgeting and forecasting for all areas of the business, including manufacturing, quality control, supply chain, and customer service. o Ensure that all operational plans and initiatives are consistent with the overall strategic direction of the company. Manufacturing & Supply Chain: o Oversee the manufacturing and supply chain operations across multiple sites and locations to ensure they are efficient and cost effective. o Ensure production targets are met while maintaining the highest level of quality, safety and environmental compliance. o Monitor and control the inventory levels to ensure product availability while minimizing write-offs. o Mange procurement process across all sites for manufacturing and general business purposes Quality: o Regularly reviewing operations to ensure that this meets required standards and recommend changes where necessary. o Ensure that the company’s products meet the highest quality standards and comply with all applicable regulatory requirements. o Maintain a quality management system that is effective, efficient and meets regulatory requirements. o Ensure timely and complete resolution of quality-related issues. o Liaise between the organisation and clients, for quality assurance purposes. Process Improvement & Operational Excellence: o Analyse internal operations and identify areas for process enhancement. o Measure the efficiency of an organisation’s operational processes and take steps to improve them. o Lead the identification and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives across the organization to improve efficiency, reduce costs and improve profitability. o Develop and maintain a culture of operational excellence. o Analyse operational processes to identify the root cause of problems and take corrective action to improve processes. o Management and coordination of Operations across all business sites Compliance: o Ensure regulatory compliance across all areas of the business. o Monitor changes in regulatory requirements and implement changes as required. o Ensure that all employees are aware of their responsibilities with respect to regulatory compliance. IT Systems: o Ensure that the company’s IT systems are effective and support the business. o Develop and maintain a strong IT infrastructure to support growth and expansion. o Identify and implement improvements to IT systems and processes. HSE and CSR Responsibilities: o Ensure compliance with national and local business regulations and take appropriate action when necessary. o Ensure employee safety and welfare and compliance with all relevant HSE protocols. o Ensure compliance with CSR policies and procedures. Desired Skills and Experience o Bachelor's Degree in Pharmacy, Management, Engineering, or a related field along with a minimum of 15 years of experience in a senior management role in the pharmaceutical manufacturing sector o 5 or more years of experience in executive leadership roles o Excellent leadership skills, with steadfast resolve and personal integrity o Understanding of advanced business planning and regulatory issues o strong strategic planning and problem-solving skills, and good business acumen o Solid grasp of data analysis and performance metrics o Ability to diagnose problems quickly and foresee potential issues o excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to communicate with diverse teams. o familiarity with all relevant regulatory agencies and guidelines o International business experience o Understanding of agile methodology

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