Chief Operating Officer

**Chief Operating Officer**

**Company Description**

Our mission is to provide livestock transport safely and responsibly. We strive to focus on animal welfare, driver's work-life balance, and building lasting relationships with our local farmers. As we continue to grow and expand our operations, we are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Chief Operating Officer to join our leadership team.

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our company's operations, ensuring the effective and efficient management of resources, processes, and systems. The COO will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence, enhancing productivity, and achieving organizational objectives while maintaining the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.
Key Responsibilities:
**Strategy and Planning**:
Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to develop and execute the company's strategic goals and objectives.

Drive the development and implementation of operational strategies, initiatives, and plans to support business growth and profitability.

Conduct thorough analysis of market trends, competition, and emerging technologies to identify opportunities and potential risks.

**Operations Management**:
Oversee and optimize all operational functions, including production, supply chain, logistics, quality control, and facilities management.

Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational efficiency, productivity, and effectiveness.

Implement best practices and continuous improvement methodologies to streamline processes, reduce costs, and enhance operational performance.

**Financial Management**:
Work closely with the CFO to develop and manage the annual operational budget.

Monitor financial performance, identify areas of concern, and implement corrective actions as necessary.

Ensure compliance with financial and accounting standards, regulations, and reporting requirements.

**Team Leadership and Development**:
Provide strong leadership and guidance to the operations team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous learning.

Recruit, develop, and retain top talent, promoting professional growth and succession planning.

Establish clear goals and expectations, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.

**Cross-functional Collaboration**:
Foster effective communication and collaboration with other departments, such as Sales, Marketing, HR, and IT, to drive integrated business strategies and initiatives.

Partner with key stakeholders to identify operational needs, resolve issues, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.

**Qualifications and Requirements**:
Proven experience in a senior leadership role overseeing operations in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of driving operational excellence and achieving results.

Solid understanding of financial management principles and experience managing budgets.

Exceptional leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.

Analytical mindset and data-driven decision-making capabilities.

Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing business needs and thrive in a highly competitive industry.

**Salary**: $100,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Extended health care

Flexible Language Requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Altona, MB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- management (preferred)

Work Location: In person