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Beckman Coulter

Director of Operations Strategy

Beckman Coulter

Coralville, IA · full time · Director

$170,000 – $215,000

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What this role is

This role leads operational strategy and execution across project management, integration, and capacity planning at a life sciences manufacturing company, reporting to the VP of Global Operations. It suits experienced operations leaders with a track record of driving cross-functional transformation initiatives and scaling smart manufacturing capabilities in complex, multi-site environments.

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What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field
  • 10+ years progressive experience in strategy, operations, program management, or business transformation
  • Several years of people leadership experience with ability to lead high-performing teams in matrixed environment
  • Proven success leading multiple cross-functional strategic initiatives with measurable business impact in manufacturing or life sciences
  • Experience developing and executing multi-year operational roadmaps and prioritizing business cases
  • Experience leading integration planning, business continuity, and capacity planning for large-scale or multi-site operations
  • Hands-on experience sponsoring or implementing AI, smart manufacturing, digital, or data science initiatives
  • Strong executive communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Ability to travel approximately 35%

Nice to have

  • Advanced degree
  • Experience in regulated manufacturing environments such as life sciences, biotechnology, diagnostics, or pharmaceuticals
  • Experience leading digital transformation or advanced analytics initiatives within operations
  • Experience supporting network optimization, new product introduction, or supply chain strategy in multi-site environment

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