Stila Cosmetics is a west-coast based consumer color cosmetics products company with a sister office in NYC. Stila is looking for an energetic, forward-thinking executive who will provide strategic vision, tactical execution, and leadership to bring about long-term, sustainable growth. The executive will provide key leadership to guide the company through a period of transition in all areas of operating performance. The COO will report directly to the CEO and serve on the Executive Leadership Team.
Primary Responsibilities include: • Oversees Operations teams: Supply chain, packaging engineering, QA/QC & Regulatory, Calendar/Project Management, and Logistics/Warehouse • Partner with Board and Executive Leadership Team to develop overall strategic direction of the company • Works with other department heads to monitor each department and make financial recommendations. Supports department heads in managing to budget • Works closely with Product Development team to ensure timelines and budgets are met • Works closely with Product Development team to analyze Filler/Contract Manufacturer performance • Analyzes operations to identify areas in need of reorganization, downsizing, or elimination • Manages inventory to ensure DOH and soon to expire inventory meets targets • Manage the entire spectrum of delivering products for the marketplace. Plan and promote growth, capitalize on opportunities and minimize risks. Responsible for delivering products on-time into the DC. Works closely with Commercial team to ensure fill rate targets are met • Develop cost-effective solutions in a challenging business environment to maximize profits. Establish operational processes/controls and continuous improvements • Manages the S&OP process and leads monthly reviews with broader management team
Governance • Drives overall budget for all Operational functions • Sets margin targets for all new products • Approves all POs (new and replenishment) • Manages inventory levels • Owns Unit Fill Rate (UFR) with 97% target
Desired Skills and Experience: • Previous experience as a tenured COO with a small to mid-sized business in the cosmetics industry • 15+ years of experience in growth oriented companies. • Demonstrated track record of success in building a brand. • Experience with Great Plains and Microsoft Dynamics a plus. • Hands on operational leadership, including best practices in supply chain, manufacturing, 3PL and technology. • Consumer products industry experience working with retail markets, multiple channels of distribution and overseas sourcing. Beauty industry experience a plus. Working with international partners, big box retailers, and Ulta Beauty a plus. • Strong, disciplined leadership skills • Strong strategic thinker • Strong negotiation skills