Job Description
Job Description
Summary :
The Vice President of Operations (US) will play a pivotal role in driving operational excellence and scalability for the US Operations for a fast-growing scale-up in the medical device industry. This role oversees customer service, facility implementation (including cleanrooms and warehousing), local supplier development, and process optimization, while ensuring compliance with FDA, ISO 13485, and GMP standards. The Vice President will report to the COO and work closely with Sr. Director Operations in Bilthoven to align U.S. operations with global objectives and best practices, supporting rapid growth and sustainable expansion.
Key Responsibilities :
Strategic Leadership in a Scale-Up Environment :
- Develop and implement operational strategies to support rapid growth and scalability.
- Collaborate with Operations in Bilthoven to ensure seamless integration of global operational practices.
- Align U.S. operational goals with overall operations team to drive consistency, efficiency, and innovation.
Supplier Development and Management :
Identify, onboard, and manage local suppliers to support operational needs, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery standards.Collaborate with Bilthoven Procurement teams on corporate suppliers to align on sourcing strategies and leverage economies of scale.Customer Service Excellence :
Build and scale customer service teams to handle growing client needs efficiently and effectively.Implement processes to ensure exceptional customer experience and adherence to medical device service standards.Facility Implementation and Optimization :
Oversee the planning, construction, and operationalization of cleanroom and warehousing facilities, ensuring alignment with ISO 13485, GMP, and FDA standards.Leverage insights from Bilthoven operations to adopt best practices in facility design and management.Optimize inventory, supply chain, and material handling processes to support accelerated growth.Operations Management :
Lead the day-to-day management of U.S. operations, ensuring quality, efficiency, and adherence to timelines.Establish and enforce a strong safety culture and monitor safety performance metrics and address risks proactively to prevent workplace incidents.Establish scalable workflows and systems, utilizing insights from global operations to handle rapid expansion.Oversee Inventory management of materials, finished goods and trunk stock in the US.Monitor performance using KPIs and drive continuous improvement initiatives tailored to a fast-paced environment.Compliance and Risk Management :
Ensure all operations comply with FDA, ISO 13485, GMP, and other relevant medical device regulations.Work with the Bilthoven team to align on regulatory standards and audit readiness.Prepare for and lead regulatory audits, ensuring all documentation and processes meet global standards.Collaboration with Global Teams :
Collaborate closely between all global teams.Coordinate with Operations in Bilthoven to align on best practices, operational goals, and growth strategies.Foster strong cross-functional collaboration between regional and global teams to ensure unified execution.Building and Leading High-Performing Teams :
Recruit, develop, and mentor teams across operations, customer service, facility management, and supply chain management.Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and collaboration suited to a dynamic, fast-paced organization.Provide leadership and training to build operational excellence and regulatory awareness at all levels.Financial Oversight :
Develop and manage budgets for operational facilities, customer service, logistics, and supplier development in line with the company's growth trajectory.Identify cost-saving opportunities while ensuring quality and compliance.Partner with finance teams to align resources and support sustainable growth.Qualifications :
Master's degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related field.10 years of experience in operations, preferably with experience in fast-growing companies or scale-ups within a highly regulated industry. Leadership experience in medtech, life sciences, biopharma, or parallel industry required.Proven track record of successfully implementing cleanrooms, warehousing, logistics, and supplier networks in regulated environments.Expertise in FDA regulations, ISO 13485, GMP standards, and medical device lifecycle requirements.Experience collaborating with international teams and aligning regional operations with global strategies.Proficiency in ERP systems, quality management systems (QMS), and process improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).Exceptional leadership, communication, and strategic thinking skills.Key Competencies :
Strong people and strategic leadership skillsProblem solving and analytical skillsStrong focus on continuous improvement and change management using methodologies like Lean and Six SigmaExcellent Stakeholder managementHands on, no nonsense and pragmatic attitudePay Range
200,000—$225,000 USD
About Us
Kuros Biosciences is on a mission to discover, develop and deliver innovative biologic technologies.
Our credentials
Kuros is a Swiss-headquartered biotech company, listed on the SIX Swiss Stock Exchange since 2016. With additional operations in the Netherlands and the USA, we continue to grow our global team. To deliver the ideal bone graft, you need the highest quality and quantity of scientific evidence behind it. We believe that this is a key differentiator for Kuros, given the urgent need to reduce fusion failures.
Listing on the SIX Swiss Exchange under the symbol KURNA commercial & research footprint that spans >20 markets
4 teams of internationally renowned clinical and scientific expert advisers25 orthobiologics-related patents
400 patients evaluated in Level I, randomized controlled clinical trials
10 well-controlled Level I-III clinical trials initiated , including 6 that are completeToday, nearly 1 in 5 spinal fusions fail. But what can we do to change this situation - for the benefit of patients, surgeons, and our wider society? This is the question that drives us at Kuros. Every day our team works across three continents to unlock the hidden secrets of bone healing through our research, development & technology program : Project Fusion. To deliver the ideal bone graft, we believe you need the highest quality & quantity of scientific evidence behind it. Which is why Project Fusion brings together an unprecedented blend of scientific, pre-clinical and clinical studies – all aimed at making the unpredictable…predictable.
Kuros Biosciences is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Kuros Biosciences complies with GDPR and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA). View our CCPA Notice here.
Salary : $200,000 - $225,000
