Chief Operating Officer - Americas jobs in United States
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Menzies Aviation · 5 days ago

Chief Operating Officer - Americas

Menzies Aviation is a critical partner in the global aviation industry, delivering time-critical logistics services. The Chief Operating Officer North America (COO) will oversee day-to-day operations and ensure the execution of strategic objectives while optimizing processes and driving operational excellence.

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Responsibilities

Oversee daily business operations and ensure alignment with strategic
Develop, implement, and monitor operational policies and
Ensure organizational efficiency, scalability, and performance
Partner with the EVP on strategic planning and business growth
Translate company strategy into operational plans and measurable
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and adjust operations as
Lead and mentor department heads and senior
Foster a performance-driven, collaborative company
Support talent development, succession planning, and organizational
Collaborate with the CFO on budgeting, forecasting, and cost
Optimize resource allocation to maximize profitability and
Ensure operational performance meets financial
Identify operational bottlenecks and implement continuous improvement
Establish quality control and risk management
Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal
Coordinate efforts across departments including Operations, HR, Finance, Sales, and
Act as a key decision-maker during critical operational and organizational
Serve as a trusted advisor to the executive leadership
You will have a responsibility and duty whilst at work to take reasonable care of the health, safety and wellbeing of yourself and others in accordance with provided information, training, and workplace health and safety rules or procedures

Qualification

Strategic planningOperational leadershipFinancial acumenProcess optimizationCross-functional collaborationAnalytical mindsetChange managementAviation experienceLeadershipCommunicationDecision-making

Required

Bachelor's degree in business administration, Operations Management, or related (MBA preferred)
10+ years of progressive leadership experience, including senior management
Proven experience managing complex operations and leading cross-functional
Strong strategic thinking and execution
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making
Deep understanding of operational metrics, process optimization, and performance
Financial acumen and experience managing budgets and P&L
Ability to lead change in fast-paced, evolving

Preferred

Experience in Aviation
Track record of scaling organizations or leading operational
Data-driven mindset with strong analytical

Company

Menzies Aviation

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Menzies Aviation is a global aviation services company that provides ground handling, air cargo, and fuel services. It is a sub-organization of John Menzies.

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
unknown
2022-08-04Acquired

Leadership Team

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Mervyn Walker
Special Advisor to The CEO
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