Chief Operating Officer

Delhi
Permanent
Full-time

3 days ago
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This role is for one of the Weekday's clientsMin Experience: 8 yearsLocation: DelhiJobType: full-timeWe are looking for a qualified Chartered Accountant (CA) who possesses strong expertise in finance, accounting, and growth strategy, along with a thorough understanding of the complete product lifecycle within a consumer brand setting.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing operations, financial management, compliance, and the implementation of growth initiatives, ensuring the business expands efficiently and profitably.RequirementsKey Responsibilities -
1. Business Operations & Scaling

Manage end-to-end operations including procurement, coordination of manufacturing,

inventory management, and order fulfillment

Develop scalable systems and processes to support rapid business growth
Enhance supply chain efficiency and minimize operational expenses

2. Financial Leadership

Direct budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning activities
Maintain strong oversight of accounting, management information systems (MIS), cash flow, and profitability
Promote cost-efficiency across product development, logistics, and marketing expenditures
Collaborate with leadership on strategic financial decision-making

3. Growth & Revenue Strategy

Partner closely with founders to drive growth strategies across D2C, marketplace, and offline channels
Analyze key performance indicators (such as CAC, LTV, margins) to enhance unit economics
Identify and capitalize on opportunities to scale revenue and improve operational leverage

4. Product Lifecycle Management

Manage the entire product lifecycle: from ideation to formulation, vendor coordination,

production, launch, and scaling

Work collaboratively with product, branding, and marketing teams to ensure successful product launches
Guarantee operational preparedness and supply chain alignment for new SKUs

5. Compliance & Regulatory

Ensure full compliance with all statutory and regulatory requirements specific to a cosmetics brand
Lead and manage GST registration and compliance for new entities and brands
Liaise with legal and regulatory authorities to ensure product and business compliance

6. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment

Build and lead cross-functional teams spanning operations, finance, and supply chain
Foster accountability, timely execution, and performance monitoring
Serve as the operational link connecting product, marketing, and finance departments

Candidate Profile -

Chartered Accountant (CA) qualification – mandatory
Minimum of 8 years’ experience in finance, accounting, and operations, preferably within D2C, FMCG, or beauty/personal care sectors
Demonstrated experience in growth strategy and scaling consumer brands
In-depth knowledge of the product lifecycle in businesses dealing with physical products
Practical experience with GST registration and compliance procedures
Strong analytical skills coupled with a proactive execution approach
Experience working in startups or high-growth environments is highly advantageous

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