Keller Executive Search · 3 hours ago
Chief Operating Officer - Pharmaceuticals #1510
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$160K/yr - $280K/yrKeller Executive Search is partnering with a dynamic pharmaceutical manufacturing and telehealth wellness organization that is revolutionizing the peptide and compound pharmacy sector. The Chief Operating Officer will lead growth and expansion initiatives, manage stakeholder relationships, and oversee daily operations across multiple business entities while ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Lead aggressive expansion initiatives including multiple telehealth site launches, new pharmacy openings, and manufacturing facility construction oversight
Cultivate and sustain relationships with investors, legal counsel, and industry collaborators
Lead daily operations spanning multiple business entities including pharmacies, manufacturing locations, telehealth platforms, and R&D programs
Preserve and strengthen the positive, results-driven team culture while overseeing a varied workforce
Manage the integration and oversight of 30+ brands across various wellness sectors (peptide research, hormone replacement therapy, concierge medicine, etc.)
Accelerate revenue expansion within the initial 12-24 months through strategic initiatives and operational enhancements
Tackle sophisticated, multi-dimensional challenges across manufacturing, pharmacy operations, technology systems, customer service, and sales functions
Interface directly with the CEO/Chairman and Board of Directors, functioning as the key bridge between executive operations and board oversight
Maintain compliance across 503B pharmacy operations, FDA requirements, and emerging peptide industry regulations
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree mandatory
High Energy & Work Ethic: Capacity to align with the pace of a high-growth organization (this is not a steady-state role)
Communication Skills: Superior ability to collaborate cross-functionally, manage board relationships, and motivate teams
Positive Leadership Style: Demonstrated history of leading with optimism, solution-focus, and emotional intelligence
Growth Leadership: Validated experience scaling a company from $25M to $100M+ in revenue
Multi-Brand Experience: Background managing multiple brands, business divisions, or varied product portfolios simultaneously (comparable to restaurant groups, healthcare networks, or pharmaceutical portfolios)
Problem-Solving Mindset: Proven capability to handle ambiguity, resolve complex challenges, and excel in rapid, startup-style environments regardless of organization size
Pharmacy Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of pharmacy operations, 503B compounding, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and associated regulatory structures
Preferred
503B Specific Experience: Hands-on experience working with or inside a 503B compounding pharmacy setting
Advanced Education: PhD or MBA highly preferred
Corporate Development: Background with M&A, strategic acquisitions, and corporate structure enhancement
Industry Knowledge: Understanding of peptide therapeutics, hormone replacement therapy, or telehealth operating models
Public Company Experience: Background taking a company from private to public, including investor relations, acquisition understanding, and IPO navigation
Benefits
Comprehensive Medical Coverage (Health, Vision, Dental)
401(k) Retirement Plan through Insperity
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off: Unpaid PTO policy with flexible structure
Variable Compensation: Equity opportunities and bonus structure (details to be discussed)
Company
Keller Executive Search
Keller Executive Search is a boutique executive recruitment and advisory firm dedicated to connecting top-tier talent with leading organizations worldwide.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase