Chief Operating Officer - Pure Madness Group (Melvin & Roadhouse Breweries)

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze internal operations and identify opportunities for process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Implement business strategies with both short- and long-term operational focus.
• Work closely with the brewmaster and leadership team to align sales and operations planning.
• Monitor and improve COGS, freight performance, employee productivity metrics, and machinery output.
• Develop scalable systems, reporting structures, and operational accountability measures.
• Maintain a strong understanding of all business functions, including sales, marketing, finance, HR, and operations.
• Support evaluation and execution of new products, partnerships, and business opportunities.
• Identify operational and financial risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Participate in budgeting, forecasting, and operational financial management to ensure alignment with company goals and cash flow priorities.
• Lead, mentor, and develop operational leadership across departments.
• Foster accountability, communication, and collaboration across the organization.
• Support teams in solving complex operational challenges while maintaining daily business performance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with distributors, partners, and internal teams.
• Ensure monthly inventory closes and COGS allocations are completed accurately and on time.
• Oversee inventory purchasing and production planning in alignment with operational and cash flow objectives.
• Hold teams accountable to operational timelines and deliverables.
• Meet regularly with the executive team to review strategic priorities and execution progress.
• Help build and reinforce a high-performance, team-oriented culture.
• Contribute to making Pure Madness Group an employer of choice within the beverage industry.
• Maintain strong communication across departments and lead with organizational awareness and transparency.

Qualifications

• Proven operational leadership experience in beverage manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, food & beverage, or a related industry.
• Strong financial and operational acumen, including budgeting, forecasting, inventory management, and process optimization.
• Experience leading high-performing teams in fast-paced growth environments.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, production, finance, and executive leadership teams.