The?Chief Operating Officer (COO) serves a critical role in WasteFuel’s (WF) corporate structure and approach. The COO oversees WF’s ongoing operations and procedures. The COO is the company’s?second-in-command and responsible for the efficiency of business.
The goal of the COO position is to secure the functionality of business to drive extensive and sustainable growth.
Responsibilities include:
* Overseeing daily operations of the company and the work of executives
* Design and implement business strategies, plans and procedures
* Set comprehensive goals for performance and growth
* Develop/improve and implement company operational procedures, policies, and standards
* Oversee company operations to insure efficiency, quality and cost-effective management of resources
* Plan, develop, and implement strategies for generating resources and/or revenues for the company
* Lead employees to encourage maximum performance and dedication
* Evaluate performance by analysing and interpreting data and metrics
* Assist CEO in fundraising needs as appropriate
* Manage relationships with external parties/partners and ensure the proper protections are put in place (IP, Legal, Reputation)
* Play a direct role in the selection and hiring of new team members
* Maintain personnel records and establish organizational framework to support employee onboarding/payroll/benefits plan set up, etc.
* Ensure project development activities are operating within time, budget, and financial constraints and milestones are achieved
* Develop and maintain meaningful relationships/partnerships for business growth (waste owners, investors, technology platforms, and project developers)
Minimum Requirements:
* BSc/BA in Business Administration or relevant field; MSc/MBA is a plus
* Proven experience as Chief Operating Office?or relevant role
* Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and strong attention to detail
* Understanding of business functions such as HR, Finance, marketing, etc.
* Demonstrable competency in strategic planning and business development
* Experience in fundraising will be a plus
* Working knowledge of data analysis and performance/operation metrics
* Working knowledge of IT/Business infrastructure and MS Office
* Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
* Aptitude in decision-making and problem-solving
* Ability to thrive as a leader in a dynamic, start-up environment
* Ability to manage confidential information and situations with efficiency, flexibility and diplomacy
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Benefits of this position include:
* Health insurance and mobile phone reimbursement
* Competitive paid time off
* Performance-based bonus
* Opportunity to grow within the firm
Office culture is flexible and team-based with open communications. Each WasteFuel employee is encouraged to play an active role in growing our firm. Preferably Los Angeles based.
About the Company: WasteFuel is a next-generation waste-to-fuels company that uses proven technologies to convert municipal waste into renewable fuels. The company seeks to address the climate emergency and revolutionize mobility. For more information visit: www.wastefuel.com.
Please email your resume and cover letter to careers@wastefuel.com and list “COO – [Your Name]” in the subject line.