Chief Administrative Officer

Job Title: Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)
Location: Greensboro, NC

Reports To: CEO

We are seeking a dynamic, organized team leader to oversee important company operations as its Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). As a key member of the executive team, the CAO will be responsible for collaborating with other leadership to drive operational excellence, optimize efficiencies, and ensure alignment between day-to- day operations and long-term strategic goals. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage core operational functions, including human resources, marketing, safety, facilities, assimilation of newly acquired companies, cross-company initiatives, quality assurance, and other assigned tasks.
• Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures that align with company objectives.
• Establish performance metrics and ensure accountability across departments.
• Collaborate with the CEO and executive team to set comprehensive goals for performance and growth.
• Oversee budgeting, reporting, and resource allocation for all departments falling under the CAO's direction.
• Drive organizational culture, promoting high performance, integrity, and innovation.
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiency and initiatives to improve productivity.
• Build and maintain trusted relationships with employees, vendors, and other stakeholders.
• Support risk management activities by identifying and mitigating potential risks to the organization.
• Undertake those duties and initiatives assigned by the CEO.

Qualifications:

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills with a problem-solving mindset.
• Outstanding organizational skills.
• Motivator with the ability to gain stakeholder buy-in to objectives.
• Strong judgment / decision-making abilities.
• Preferred strong understanding of business functions such as Human Resources, Marketing, Project Management, and Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Proven competence as a cultural champion.
• Demonstrated abilities in strategic planning.
• Driven to seize an initiative or solve the problem.
• Preferred proven experience as Operations Manager, Director, or similar Executive role.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in related fields, MBA, JD, or equivalent work experience or educational background.

Physical Demands:

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Frequently
• Handling/Use of fingers: Frequently
• Bending: Frequently
• Pushing/Pulling 12 lbs. or less: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying 10 lbs. or less: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying 11-20 lbs.: Occasionally
• Reaching Outward: Occasionally
• Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasionally
• Squatting/Kneeling: Occasionally

This job description is intended to provide information regarding the essential functions and basic duties of this position. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and duties that could be assigned. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by management as it deems appropriate. This document does not constitute a contract and is subject to change at the discretion of Hoffman & Hoffman, Inc.

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