Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Future CEO Track (CPG / Food Industry Experience Required – Eng[...]

GlobeHire Solutions; Greater Toronto Area; On-site; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the CPG/Food industry is seeking a Chief Operating Officer (COO) with a clear path to CEO. This role requires strategic leadership, operational excellence, and fluency in English and Spanish, along with relocation to Las Vegas. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of executive experience and a proven track record in scaling food brands.

Benefits

Full relocation support

Temporary housing

Initial transportation

Qualifications

• 10+ years in executive leadership within the CPG or food industry.
• Proven experience managing operations across multiple plants with 100+ employees.
• Track record in scaling consumer food brands.

Responsibilities

• Execute and expand the founder’s vision to scale a global healthy food business.
• Oversee production facilities and ensure top performance.
• Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships and collaborations.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Food Safety Knowledge

Negotiation Skills

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Future CEO Track (CPG / Food Industry Experience Required – English & Spanish Fluency Required)

Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Future CEO Track (CPG / Food Industry Experience Required – English & Spanish Fluency Required)

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Relocation Required : This position requires relocation to Las Vegas, Nevada . Full support for relocation will be provided by the company.

Compensation : $125,000 – $175,000 USD per year

Performance Bonus : 5% of annual net profits

Additional Benefit : Full relocation support (temporary housing and initial transportation)

Languages Required : Fluency in English and Spanish

About the Company

The Opportunity

This is more than an operations role. We're looking for someone with a CEO mindset , ready to lead with strategic vision, execute with excellence, and build a high-impact business. You’ll serve as the right hand to the founder, with full ownership of operations and a clear path toward becoming CEO in the short to medium term.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Execute and expand the founder’s vision to scale a global healthy food business
• Lead cross-functional strategy across manufacturing, distribution, retail, innovation, and branding
• Accelerate growth through national retailers (Costco, Whole Foods, Sprouts, Target, etc.)

Operational Excellence

• Oversee production facilities in Las Vegas and Gridley
• Set and track KPIs across production, quality, logistics, R&D, and finance
• Ensure top performance of all plant operations and technical teams
• Manage P&L, cash flow, and capital allocation
• Lead fundraising and financial negotiations when needed
• Improve cost efficiency through lean operations and vertical integration

Compliance & Quality

• Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, Organic, Non-GMO, Prop 65, and other certifications
• Oversee food safety programs, traceability, audits, CAPAs, and SOPs
• Manage supplier qualification and third-party documentation
• Lead broker networks, pricing strategies, category management, and key account relationships
• Expand partnerships with major distributors (e.g., UNFI, Tony’s Fine Foods)
• Oversee private label contract negotiations with large retailers

Brand & Marketing

• Guide brand strategy and growth for owned brands
• Support social media, trade shows, influencer marketing, and campaign execution
• Ensure consistent delivery of the company’s “better-for-you” message across all channels
• Hire, manage, and mentor plant managers, sales directors, QA leads, and marketing teams
• Build a performance-driven culture grounded in accountability, efficiency, and collaboration
• Foster leadership development and alignment with strategic objectives

Business Development

• Lead negotiations for strategic partnerships, co-manufacturing deals, and retailer collaborations
• Represent the company in meetings with investors, buyers, and other key stakeholders
• Provide decisive leadership during moments of change or growth

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience

• 10+ years in executive leadership within the CPG or food industry (required)
• Proven experience managing operations across multiple plants with 100+ employees
• Track record in scaling consumer food brands across categories (e.g., frozen, snacks, baked goods)

Skills

• Strong financial acumen (budgets, forecasts, EBITDA analysis)
• In-depth knowledge of food safety and regulatory compliance
• Familiarity with automation, ERP systems (Odoo is a plus), and large-scale production
• Exceptional negotiation and partnership-building skills with retailers and distributors

Languages

• Fluent in both English and Spanish (required)
• Entrepreneurial mindset with long-term strategic vision
• Hands-on leadership style with the ability to build and empower strong teams
• Results-driven and data-oriented
• Strong ethical foundation and people-first leadership approach

Relocation Support

We offer comprehensive relocation support for the selected candidate and their family :

• Temporary housing in Las Vegas
• Initial transportation
• Personalized moving assistance

Ready to lead the next wave of healthy food innovation?

Submit your CV and a short cover letter explaining why you’re the ideal fit for this role.

Subject line : COO – Future CEO Track

• Send to : [e-mail]

Seniority level

Seniority level

Executive

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Management and Manufacturing

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