COO VP Operations Director

Fast-growth consumer health & natural wellness brand, is seeking an A-Player Chief Operating Officer / VP Operations to partner with the CEO and leadership team in building scale, operational excellence, and a high-performance culture. This confidential search is managed exclusively by Jonathan Pearson, CEO of BluZinc, a boutique executive search partner trusted by founder-led and investor-backed companies in health, wellness, fitness, supplements, consumer products, and digital commerce. The COO/VP Operations will own the end-to-end operating model, ensuring the company is built to scale, with robust processes, systems, and people strategies. This is both a strategic and hands-on role. Lead and optimize supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, and fulfilment in an FDA certified / GMP facility Oversee finance, HR, technology, and compliance to ensure smooth operations. Create operational systems that support double-double growth in revenue and profit. Drive accountability, performance metrics, and dashboards across departments. Partner with the CEO to execute vision, manage risk, and sustain profitable growth. Build and mentor a high-performing leadership team. The Candidate – BluZinc A-Player Profile 7–15 years’ proven experience as COO, VP Ops, General Manager, or equivalent in consumer goods, health, wellness, supplements, natural products. Track record of scaling one of more business through $10MM to $20MM to $40MM to $80MM revenues ideally Skilled in people leadership, process optimization, and technology enablement. Data-driven, strategic thinker, with strong financial and operational acumen. Adept at balancing founder vision with operational discipline. Tenure of 3–7+ years per role in prior leadership positions (not a job hopper). Must reside within 1 hour of Grand Junction, CO or be willing to relocate. Why Join Work directly with a visionary CEO and founder in a mission-driven category. Be the operational architect behind a high-growth, values-driven business. Attractive compensation package with long-term upside. Relocation support available for the right candidate.