Director of Operations

We are seeking a strategic, results-driven Director to lead and grow a specialized Laboratory serving the Pharmacy Compounding, Pharmaceutical, and Cosmetic industries. This role is responsible for setting the strategic direction, driving profitable growth, and ensuring operational excellence while fostering a high-performance, continuous-improvement culture. Responsibilities Develop and execute strategic plans to drive growth, profitability, and customer experience Identify and pursue new business opportunities while strengthening client engagement and retention Provide overall leadership of laboratory operations, including staffing, performance management, and talent development Lead sales and marketing strategy development and execution Establish performance metrics aligned with strategic, operational, and financial goals Ensure consistent delivery of high-quality laboratory services Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance turnaround times Lead implementation of AI, automation, LIMS, and laboratory software systems Evaluate and approve investments in equipment, infrastructure, and talent Oversee P&L performance, budgeting, and financial reporting Ensure compliance with OHSA, FDA/DEA, quality standards, and internal policies Maintain strong relationships with key customers and stakeholders Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field; MBA preferred 10+ years of laboratory leadership experience Expertise across analytical instrumentation (LC-MS, HPLC, GC-FID, ICP-MS, UV-VIS, IR) Strong knowledge of cGMP/GLP, ICH, USP/NF, FDA regulations, and method validation Proven success in business development and profit center management Strong commercial acumen with an innovative, entrepreneurial mindset Demonstrated people leadership, communication, and decision-making skills High attention to detail with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities #J-18808-Ljbffr Delrecruiters, We specialize in placing management level candidates up through C-Level Executives