Chief Operating Officer (COO) chez Poo~Pourri

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location: HYBRID/MUST LIVE IN DFW AREA

Are you a dynamic operator who thrives in a fast-paced, startup-style environment? Do you excel at turning bold visions into measurable results? We’re seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) to partner with our visionary CEO, driving execution and scaling a company already fueled by an energized culture and a high-performing team. This is a rare opportunity to take an established, high-growth organization and elevate it to the next level without losing the speed, agility, and creativity that make us who we are.

~THE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Operational Leadership: Direct and optimize operations across manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and customer service.
• Strategy Execution: Translate strategic objectives into actionable plans, KPIs, and performance milestones.
• Supply Chain Mastery: Strengthen global networks, vendor partnerships, and procurement strategies to drive resilience and sustainability.
• Manufacturing Excellence: Advance plant efficiency, automation, safety, and compliance to best-in-class standards.
• Financial Stewardship: Partner with finance to maximize profitability through disciplined cost management and operational rigor.
• Customer Centricity: Ensure operational excellence and responsiveness that consistently exceed customer expectations.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Lead initiatives in eco-friendly packaging, process optimization, and emerging technologies.
• Team & Culture: Leverage the strength of our fast-moving, high-performing teams, building scalable systems while preserving our startup mentality and entrepreneurial spirit.

~THE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Operations, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 15+ years of senior leadership in consumer goods, manufacturing, or supply chain.
• Proven success in scaling organizations, improving efficiency, and delivering results.
• Strong financial acumen with deep experience managing budgets and P&L.
• Expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or operational excellence frameworks.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Experience in startup or high-growth environments strongly preferred.

• Knowledge of sustainability practices and packaging innovation a plus.
• Experience assessing and optimizing operational systems delivering strong ROI.
• Hands on approach building quick understanding of core systems and processes.
• Analytical mindset to build data driven decisions.
• Netsuite ERP experience preferred.

~WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive executive compensation package with performance-based incentives.
• Opportunity to shape the future of consumer goods packaging alongside a visionary CEO and a world-class team.
• A dynamic, entrepreneurial environment that values speed, creativity, and sustainable innovation.
• The chance to make a lasting industry impact while scaling a company with proven momentum and a strong foundation.