Chief Operations Officer at Victory Farms Limited
Chief Operations Officer (COO)
Victory Farms Limited a leading player in the aquaculture industry and dedicated to sustainable and innovative aquaculture practices is looking for an experienced Chief Operations Officer (COO). As the Chief Operations Officer at Victory Farms Limited you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations, ensuring efficiency, sustainability, and profitability of all Victory Farms activities. This role demands a strategic leader who can manage resources effectively, drive innovation, and foster collaboration across departments
Roles & Responsibilities:
Operational Leadership:
- Oversee all operational activities including breeding, harvesting, and processing of Victory Farms, farm operations.
- Implement and monitor best practices for sustainable aquaculture, ensuring environmental compliance.
- Oversee the implementation and monitor the set standard operating procedures (SOPs) to maintain high standards of production to ensure efficiency and productivity.
Strategic Planning:
- Collaborate with the executive team to develop and implement long-term strategic plans.
- Identify opportunities for operational improvements and growth, aligning operations with overall Victory Farms business goals.
Financial Management:
- Manage budgets, control costs, and allocate resources effectively to maximize profitability.
- Analyze financial performance, prepare operational budgets, and report on key metrics to the executive team.
Team Leadership:
- Lead, mentor, and develop the operations team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and high performance.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure training and development programs are in place.
Stakeholder Communication:
- Build and maintain strong relationships with external stakeholders including suppliers, customers, regulatory bodies, and industry partners.
Quality Assurance:
- Ensure the highest standards of quality control throughout the production process.
- Implement and maintain quality management systems, addressing any issues promptly.
Innovation and Technology:
- Drive innovation and the adoption of new technologies to enhance operational efficiency and sustainability.
Risk Management:
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to safeguard operations.
- Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Skills and qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in aquaculture, fisheries science, business administration, or a related field is preferred.
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in operations management, with at least 10 years in a senior leadership role.
- Strong understanding of aquaculture production processes, including fish farming, harvesting, and processing would be desirable
- Proven track record of leading and managing teams effectively.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Financial acumen and experience managing budgets.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Knowledge of financial management and budgeting.
- Experience with quality management systems and regulatory compliance.
Benefit:
- Visibility into the world’s fastest-growing aquaculture company.
- Ideal for a candidate looking to dive into a mission-oriented Organization.
- The team is committed to the candidate’s success and will provide coaching, mentorship, and unique exposure to people and experiences that come from the most successful leaders in the entrepreneurial community and the social sector
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