Chief Operating Officer

Job Description

HR Bamboos connects exceptional professionals with reputable organizations across Iran and international markets.

We are seeking a Chief Operating Officer to join our client, a fast-growing company active in the manufacturing of innovative laboratory equipment. This role owns production, supply chain, quality, and operational excellence across the entire company, translating strategy into disciplined, measurable execution.

Key Responsibilities
• Outline the company's long-term roadmap for market expansion, product quality improvement, and profitability growth.
• Oversee the implementation and maintenance of medical device quality management standards.
• Design and supervise the execution of operational planning, budgeting, KPIs, and performance management across all operational units.
• Monitor production processes to reduce costs while maintaining the highest level of precision and quality (given the high sensitivity of medical equipment).
• Manage the supply chain risk for critical components and advanced raw materials, particularly during sanctions or economic crises.
• Manage relationships with medical diagnostic laboratories and hospitals to gather feedback and build their trust in the company's products.
• Design B2B sales models (targeting hospitals and laboratories).
• Drive operational excellence, continuous improvement (lean) initiatives, capacity planning, and cost optimization.
• Build, mentor, and develop highly effective operational teams.
• Report to senior executives at the holding company and assist in high-level decision-making.

What You Bring
• At least 7 to 10 years of experience in senior management roles (COO, MD, Business Unit Manager, and BLO), preferably in the medical devices, pharmaceutical, or electronics manufacturing sectors.
• Strong financial and commercial acumen; proficiency in P&L management and operational budgeting.
• A proven track record of successfully leading the commercialization process of a product from the idea stage to market entry.
• Ability to analyze health technology trends and forecast market needs for the next 5 to 10 years.
• Ability to communicate effectively with private, governmental, and corporate/institutional clients.
• Ability to align and foster a common language among technical engineers, consulting physicians, and the sales team.
• Fluency in English for technical and commercial documentation.

Nice To Have
• A minimum of a master's degree in Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, or Management.
• Familiarity with hospital procurement structures, government tenders, and the distribution systems of medical device distributors.
• Familiarity with ERP/MES systems and data-driven operations.
• In-depth knowledge of the medical equipment supply chain, sourcing of critical components, and batch or mass production processes.

What We Offer
• Performance bonus

We look forward to reviewing your application.
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