Chief Operating Officer
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We are looking for an Chief Operating Officer for a medical distribution business, drives operational efficiency, supply chain optimization, and regulatory compliance to support sales growth and market expansion.
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Overview
We are looking for an Chief Operating Officer for a medical distribution business, drives operational efficiency, supply chain optimization, and regulatory compliance to support sales growth and market expansion.
They typically manage logistics, inventory, and cross-functional teams, requiring 10+ years of experience in senior operational roles within healthcare
Key Responsibilities
- **Operational Leadership:**
- Direct day-to-day operations, including procurement, warehousing, and logistics, ensuring seamless integration across departments.
- **Supply Chain & Logistics:**
- Optimize inventory management, ensuring product availability while managing costs and cold chain requirements, if applicable.
- **Regulatory Compliance:**
- Ensure all operations meet medical industry standards, such as ISO, FDA, or local health authority regulations (e.g., DHA in UAE).
- **Strategic Growth:**
- Scale operations to support commercial expansion, driving performance through KPIs related to cost, quality, and service.
- **Relationship Management:**
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, and healthcare provider customers
Qualifications
- **Experience:**
- 10+ years in senior operations roles, ideally as a COO, VP of Operations, or General Manager in the medical device or pharmaceutical distribution sectors.
- **Education:**
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Management, or Medical Engineering; MBA is preferred.
- **Skills:**
- Strong analytical abilities for inventory forecasting, proficiency in ERP systems, and hands-on leadership.
- **Industry Knowledge:**
- Deep understanding of medical product approval processes and distribution logistics.
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