Chief Operating Officer (M/F)

Permanent position in Annecy to be filled as soon as possible

 

WHO ARE WE?

Based in the heart of the Alps, Samaya is a French brand of technical equipment created in 2018 by mountaineers convinced that the ideal tent had yet to be imagined.

Samaya is passionately committed to reinventing lightweight roaming and simplifying access to overnight stays in the mountains, whether for expeditions in extreme conditions or for experiences in more accessible locations.

Samaya s ambition is to help create the conditions for the elevation of the spirit. This begins with the working environment for its team, on a 1,000 m² site close to Lake Annecy.

At Samaya High Camp, Samaya brings together large, open, modern offices, a showroom, a prototyping and production workshop, a research area with a laboratory and test benches, and a young, dynamic team always ready for a trip to the mountains or a friendly get-together!

 

OUR VALUES 

- Excellence
- Creativity & Innovation
- Boldness
- Empowerment
- Respect & Cohesion 

 

THE POSITION TO BE FILLED 

To support the development of our company and strengthen our overall performance, we are looking for a Chief Operating Officer, member of Comex, responsible for overseeing the entire supply chain, industrialization, production and logistics. This role will also be responsible for operational profitability and process reliability. The COO will also be responsible for internal digitalization, including information systems, ERP, cybersecurity and data governance.

 

MISSIONS

  • Supervise and optimize the entire operational value chain, from raw material procurement to finished product delivery, in line with the growth objectives and strategic roadmap defined by the Co-Founders and validated by the Strategic Committee.
  • Define and deploy global operations strategy, including supply chain, purchasing policy, production planning, optimization of logistics flows and implementation of industrial relocation projects.
  • Drive the digital transformation of operations, ensuring the deployment and management of information systems, ERP platforms, traceability tools and cybersecurity protocols.
  • Structure and monitor operating budgets, negotiate strategic supplier contracts, manage payment deadlines and implement cost optimization and gross margin improvement plans.
  • Coordinate closely with the Chief Revenue Officer the alignment of sales forecasts, product mix, pricing policies and operational capacities to guarantee growth commitments and customer satisfaction.
  • Monitor and report on operational performance, including key performance indicators (KPIs), inventory reliability, production efficiency, delivery quality and customer experience.
  • Manage, train and develop operations teams (supply chain, logistics, production), cultivating a culture of excellence, accountability and continuous improvement.
  • Act as the point of reference for CSR strategy, define and deploy the action plan in line with the company's values, and steer strategic projects such as the ramp-up of Made in France manufacturing.
  • Guarantee compliance of operations with quality and safety standards and applicable regulations, by overseeing the preparation of audits, obtaining certifications and steering continuous improvement programs.

  • Actively participate in the work of the Executive Committee, contributing to the definition of global strategy, consolidated reporting, cross-functional coordination and alignment with the product, finance, human resources and sales departments.



THE PROFILE WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Proven experience in operations, supply chain or production management, ideally in an industrial or scale-up environment.
  • Passion for technical products and the Made in France industry, with a strong commitment to quality and innovation.
  • Solid management skills, with the ability to federate multidisciplinary teams, drive change and collaborate effectively with other departments (product, finance, sales, HR).
  • Ability to adapt to an entrepreneurial environment where strategic vision is combined with day-to-day operational involvement.
  • Ability to manage budgets, negotiate strategic contracts and optimize costs.
  • Mastery of ERP tools, information systems and operational digitalization projects.
  • Strong awareness of CSR issues and ability to structure concrete action plans.
  • In-depth knowledge of quality, safety and regulatory standards and certification processes.

 

YOUR APPLICATION

Send your CV and cover letter to talent@samaya-equipment.com