Chief Operating Officer

Rhodes Wolfe•Durham, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Our client, a privately held medical diagnostics company, is entering an exciting new chapter and looking for a Chief Operating Officer to take the reins of the business. With a small, close-knit team, a strong customer base, and an expanding product pipeline, the founder is preparing to step back from the day-to-day operation of the business. This is a hands-on leadership role for an entrepreneurial leader who can move comfortably between strategy and execution - leading people, managing projects, understanding the numbers, maintaining regulatory standards, and driving growth. This is a phenomenal opportunity to step into a key leadership role with meaningful responsibility and autonomy in running an established, profitable company while helping shape its next chapter.

Requirements

Scientific background required
Experience managing a small company, a division, or a business unit required
Working knowledge of quality systems and FDA regulatory requirements required
Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and hold employees accountable required
Proven project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and drive projects to completion required
Financial and accounting literacy to understand budgets and business performance required

Responsibilities

Lead the day-to-day operations and overall performance of the business
Develop and execute business strategies that support growth and long-term objectives
Lead, develop, and hold a small team accountable to clear goals, priorities, and deadlines
Maintain a culture of accountability through regular communication, follow-up, and a hands-on management style
Manage projects, priorities, resources, and timelines to ensure successful execution
Oversee operations, manufacturing, quality, product development, and administrative functions
Ensure compliance with FDA requirements and maintain strong quality systems
Monitor financial performance, budgets, expenses, and cash flow in partnership with outside CPA and accounting resources
Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, profitability, and organizational performance