Operations and Supply Chain


Executive Search for Chief Operations Officer and Supply Chain Leaders

With over 45 years of experience, SPMB has been at the forefront of building category-defining technology companies and world-class leadership teams. As one of the leading technology executive search firms, we’ve helped investors and entrepreneurs scale disruptive, growth-oriented startups and infused innovation into established Fortune 500 corporations.

Our Operations and Supply Chain Practice partners with companies that are at the cutting edge of technology, whether they face operational complexity in supply chain and manufacturing, transactions, service delivery or customer care. We work across domains like hardware, aerospace, defense, autonomy, drones, robotics, healthcare, tech-enabled services, fintech, real estate, and advanced manufacturing. These companies rely on executives who are exceptional people leaders and agile problem-solvers, focused on both operational efficiency and enhancing customer experience and customer outcomes.

SPMB has had the privilege of helping hundreds of companies of all stages of growth and size find their next Chief Operating Officer (COO), VP of Operations, VP of Supply Chain or VP of Customer Service. We partner with your firm to develop a game plan that delivers a highly qualified, diverse slate of candidates until we identify the executive that’s right for your organization.

Mapping a Strategy for Operations Leadership

No COO or operations role is the same. The operational leadership your company needs depends on its unique business dynamics, growth stage, goals, and culture. Our Operations and Supply Chain Practice takes the time to thoroughly understand your business, your team, and what you’re looking to accomplish. Whether you need a right-hand partner to the CEO leading the business on a day-to-day basis, an internally focused COO overseeing critical corporate functions, or an operations specialist to tackle the most complex operational challenges in your business, we’ll tailor our approach to meet your specific needs.

Leveraging our decades of experience and vast network across industries, SPMB runs a bespoke search process designed to identify exceptional leaders with the right mix of strategic vision and team leadership to drive your company forward. We’ll collaborate with you to craft a precise job description for roles like COO, EVP/SVP of Operations, or Chief Operations Officer to attract candidates who match your exact requirements.

Identifying Supply Chain and Manufacturing Executives

Hardware advancements are fueling innovation across defense, public safety, autonomy, automotive, consumer devices, and medicine. These breakthroughs are transforming industries, from advanced manufacturing processes to pioneering applications in safety and mobility. As a result, the demand for supply chain and manufacturing leaders has evolved, with executives now required to design systems, services, and products that are not only resilient and efficient but also adaptable to rapidly emerging technologies.

At SPMB, we excel in identifying visionary executives who grasp the complexities of global supply chains and next-generation manufacturing. These leaders are risk-aware, data-driven, and sustainability-focused, while keeping the customer at the core of their strategies. Our team specializes in sourcing executives who embody these attributes, enabling us to present a diverse slate of world-class candidates ready to lead in this new era of hardware innovation.

Leading Operations with Technology

With the increasing integration of digital technology, demand for operations and supply chain leaders who understand transformative tools such as AI, IoT, robotics, and data analytics has never been greater. As one of the nation’s top technology executive search firms, SPMB has consistently delivered for groundbreaking companies. In fact, one-third of tech IPOs from 2018 to 2023 are our clients. We explore a wide array of innovative companies to find candidates with proven expertise in leveraging leading-edge technologies to drive success.

Partnering with Experts for an Efficient but Thorough Executive Search

SPMB works with venture capital, private equity, and public market firms to find dynamic Chief Operations Officers and supply chain executives. Our vetting process is meticulous, yet the average placement takes less than 90 days. Reach out to us or the Head of our Operations and Supply Chain Practice, Ross McLaughlin, today to learn how our specialized process will help your company find its next operations executive.