Director, Business Operations – Chief of Staff to the COO

Location: Old Bridge, NJ
Compensation: $130,000 + Bonus (All in $150,000)

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly capable operational leader to serve as the execution partner and Chief of Staff to the COO within a rapidly growing, private equity-backed organization undergoing significant expansion and operational evolution. This individual will play a critical role in driving organizational accountability, operational scalability, strategic execution, and cross-functional alignment across a fast-paced and evolving business platform.

Key Responsibilities

Executive & Operational Leadership

Partner directly with the COO to drive execution across strategic initiatives and organizational priorities
Serve as a central operational leader responsible for maintaining momentum, accountability, and visibility across high-priority initiatives
Create leverage for executive leadership by independently managing initiatives, problem-solving, and driving execution forward

Cross-Functional Execution & Accountability

Drive alignment and accountability across multiple business functions and departments
Lead operational cadence including leadership meetings, KPI reviews, accountability tracking, and execution follow-through
Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects are executed on time and aligned with company objectives
Improve organizational execution velocity and reduce operational bottlenecks across the business

Acquisition Integration & Growth Initiatives

Lead integration efforts related to acquisitions, new business units, and platform expansion initiatives
Support operational scaling efforts during periods of rapid growth and organizational change
Assist with restructuring initiatives and organizational optimization efforts

Strategic Operations & Reporting

Develop and maintain enterprise-wide KPI dashboards and operational reporting systems
Prepare executive-level analyses, reporting, and operational insights to support leadership decision-making
Implement accountability frameworks and operational processes to improve organizational performance
Support rollout and adoption of new systems, workflows, technologies, and AI-driven operational initiatives

Qualifications

5–10+ years of experience in business operations, strategic operations, consulting, operational leadership, project management, or related environments
Experience operating within high-growth, entrepreneurial, founder-led, or private equity-backed organizations
Franchise industry experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and operational execution across multiple business functions
Strong business acumen with the ability to connect operational decisions to broader organizational performance
Experience developing KPI frameworks, operational reporting, and accountability systems
Excellent organizational, analytical, communication, and executive presentation skills
Strong project management and execution capabilities within fast-paced environments
Interest or experience leveraging AI, automation, and operational technology to improve scalability and efficiency
Bachelor’s degree required
MBA preferred

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