Role Description The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is a full-time remote role responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, establishing operational policies, and driving execution across projects and business units. The COO will align operational activities with strategic business objectives, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure that manufacturing, project delivery, and after-sales support processes meet performance, safety, and sustainability standards. This role includes developing and implementing business plans, managing operational budgets, optimizing resource allocation, and improving systems and workflows for efficiency and reliability.
The COO will analyze operational data, monitor key performance indicators, and provide regular reports and recommendations to the executive leadership team. The position also involves building strong internal and external relationships, supporting business growth in GCC and global markets, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and accountability in a remote work environment.
Qualifications
Strong Operations Management skills, including process optimization, project execution oversight, and cross-functional team coordination.
Proficiency in Business Planning and strategic execution to align operational activities with long-term organizational goals.
Robust Finance and Budgeting capabilities to manage operational costs, allocate resources effectively, and support sustainable growth.
Advanced Analytical Skills to interpret data, monitor KPIs, and make evidence-based decisions that enhance performance and reliability.
Proven experience in senior operational leadership roles, preferably in industrial, engineering, manufacturing, or related sectors.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities in multicultural and remote work settings.
Demonstrated track record of driving continuous improvement, quality assurance, and safety compliance in complex operational environments.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Finance, or a related field; a relevant master’s degree (e.g., MBA) is an advantage.