Chief Operating Officer (COO)

About the role

This is a rare opportunity to join a well‑established Australian‑owned business that is entering a phase of operational transformation. Reporting to the Managing Director, the COO will lead the full operational function across supply chain, procurement, production, warehousing, logistics and safety.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the operations function across manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, warehousing, logistics and safety.
• Develop and execute an offshore manufacturing strategy with trusted supplier partners across Asia.
• Improve supply chain processes, systems, planning and delivery performance.
• Strengthen quality control frameworks across suppliers, production and finished goods.
• Lead and develop the operations leadership team, fostering accountability and a high‑performance culture.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director and executive team to align operations with broader commercial goals.

Required profile

• Hands‑on, commercially focused operations leader with deep understanding of manufacturing, supply chain and supplier‑led production environments.
• Strong experience working with offshore suppliers, preferably across Asia.
• Proven ability to improve supply chain performance and reduce operational cost.
• Solid knowledge of quality control, supplier management and production planning.
• Experience leading warehousing, logistics, procurement and manufacturing teams.
• Strong commercial acumen and confidence working closely with executive leadership.

Required skills

What we offer

• Executive leadership role with real influence.
• Opportunity to reshape the operating model of an established Australian business.
• Lead a major supply chain and manufacturing transformation.