Chief Operating Officer (COO), Biologics CDMO

The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to take on a pivotal role in the organization's evolution. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading operations across two European GMP manufacturing sites, driving operational performance, and overseeing major CAPEX and investment programs. This is a unique opportunity to influence the company's scaling, operational excellence, and the development of a strong leadership team. The COO will work closely with site leadership, quality, engineering, supply chain, technical, commercial, and finance teams to ensure the business is well-positioned for its next phase of growth. Applicants for the COO position at the company should have a strong background in biologics or biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with a proven track record in leading significant GMP operations. The role requires a leader with multi-site experience, particularly across international locations, and a deep understanding of manufacturing performance, capacity planning, quality, compliance, and customer delivery. The ideal candidate will have a leadership style that combines strategic thinking with strong operational execution and be adept at working in a complex, customer-facing CDMO environment. This is a senior leadership role that demands a professional who can balance the demands of GMP compliance, customer commitments, and the various operational priorities of the business.