chief operating officer

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chief operating officer

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chief operating officer

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1120.4

Description

Chief operating officers are the right hand and second in command of a company's chief executive officer. They ensure that the daily operations of the company run smoothly. Chief operating officers also develop company policies, rules and goals.

Alternative Labels

acting general manager

chief administrative officer

chief operating officer

chief operations officer

company deputy chief executive officer

deputy chief executive officer

executive vice-president

managing director

Regulatory Aspect

To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:

http://ec.europa.eu/growth/single-market/services/free-movement-professionals/qualifications-recognition_en

Skills & Competences

Essential Skills and Competences

abide by business ethical code of conducts analyse business objectives collaborate in company's daily operations conclude business agreements develop professional network ensure lawful business operations establish collaborative relations evaluate performance of organisational collaborators integrate strategic foundation in daily performance interpret financial statements lead managers of company departments make strategic business decisions negotiate with stakeholders plan medium to long term objectives shape organisational teams based on competencies show an exemplary leading role in an organisation track key performance indicators

Essential Knowledge

business process modelling company policies financial statements marketing management

Optional Skills and Competences

analyse financial performance of a company apply export strategies apply import strategies assume responsibility for the management of a business build international relations define organisational standards define the corporate structure develop business plans develop company strategies develop organisational policies develop revenue generation strategies follow the statutory obligations implement operational business plans implement strategic planning imprint visionary aspirations into the business management integrate shareholders' interests in business plans interact with the board of directors liaise with shareholders set organisational policies shape corporate culture

Optional Knowledge

financial management lean manufacturing

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http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/c64a6e4e-5b38-4f93-b26d-aded817aeaf3

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chief operating officer

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