Head of Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Head of Operations

We are seeking a dynamic and seasoned executive leader within the life sciences industry to serve as Head of Operations at a leading biotech company in South San Francisco, CA.

Responsibilities

• Provide full ownership of manufacturing, quality systems, supply chain, tech transfer, and facilities.
• Drive operational performance (on-time delivery, COGS, product quality, safety) to meet company objectives and enable scaling for complex product launches.
• Oversee enterprise cost structure, capital allocation, and disciplined resource management.
• Report operational performance at the Board level and represent operations externally to investors or strategic partners as needed.
• Operate as a peer to the CEO and other executive leadership team members.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a lean, high-performing team (8-10 direct/indirect reports).
• Foster cross-functional alignment with Commercial, Finance, and R&D to support company growth and strategic goals.
• Support product scale-up, tech transfer, and continuous improvement across all operations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive operations leadership experience in biotech, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing, including significant time as Head of Operations, VP, COO, or equivalent.
• Deep, hands-on expertise in either multifluidics platform manufacturing OR advanced supply chain operations.
• Proven track record scaling operations for new product introductions and reporting to board-level or external audiences.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems, regulatory compliance, and capital/resource allocation.
• Experience succeeding in lean, fast-moving environments.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and cross-functional partnership skills.

Compensation

• Salary: $275,000 – $300,000
• Annual Bonus Program
• Comprehensive Benefits

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