Chief Operating Officers for hire in Buffalo, NY

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    Resume updated in last 6 months

  • Most popular skills

    Leadership
    12%
    Strategic Planning
    9%
    Communication Skills
    6%
  • Education level

    Bachelor's degree
    49%
    Master's degree
    43%
    Doctorate
    2%
  • Years of experience

    More than 10 years
    80%
    6-10 years
    20%
  • Current company

    • Moog Inc
    • AAA WESTERN AND CENTRAL NY
    • Seneca Nation Health System
  • Time at current job

    2-5 years
    43%
    1-2 years
    29%
    More than 5 years
    29%

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Last updated: Oct 31, 2026

Chief Operating Officer: Cost of hiring?

  • Common salary in Buffalo, NY: $145,378 yearly
  • Typical salaries range from $113,449 – $186,292 yearly
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  • Chief Operating Officer

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    SHRM Certified ProfessionalProfessional in Human Resources

    Skills

    LeadershipStrategic PlanningAnalysis SkillsOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • Chief Operating Officer

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseMLO LicenseLoan Originator License

    Skills

    Analysis SkillsStrategic PlanningLeadershipProduct ManagementCommunication SkillsTime Management
  • Chief Operating Officer - Warehousing, Distribution & Production

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Six Sigma CertificationLean Six Sigma Green BeltCertified Project ManagerLean Six Sigma CertificationDriver's LicenseLean Six Sigma Black Belt+6 more

    Skills

    LeadershipCommunication SkillsAnalysis SkillsProduct ManagementStrategic PlanningOTR
  • Dean of Student Support Services

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's License

    Skills

    Strategic PlanningPresentation SkillsAnalysis SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsFiscal Management
  • Chief Operating Officer

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Driver's LicenseCPR

    Skills

    Personal Assistant ExperienceOrganizational SkillsLeadershipCommunication SkillsTime ManagementAnalysis Skills
  • Head of Operations

    Buffalo, New York State

    Licenses & certifications

    Life & Health Insurance License

    Skills

    LeadershipStrategic PlanningOperations ManagementOperationsOrganizational Strategy FormulationManagerial Strategic Planning

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What's the average time to fill a chief operating officer role?

The average time to fill a chief operating officer role is 48 days, calculated from the moment the job is posted until a candidate accepts the offer.

What skills do chief operating officers tend to have?

According to the candidates available on Smart Sourcing, the most common skills for a chief operating officer include: leadership, strategic planning and communication skills.

What licenses or certifications are common for chief operating officers?

Common licenses or certifications for chief operating officers include: Driver's License, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and CPR.

What are some job titles related to chief operating officers?

According to Indeed's Smart Sourcing data, job titles related to chief operating officers include: chief membership sales and service officer, chief executive officer and head of operations.

What level of education is common for a chief operating officer?

Bachelor's degree is the most common level of education for a chief operating officer in Buffalo, NY, according to available candidates on Smart Sourcing.

How many years of experience is common for a chief operating officer?

Most chief operating officers have 21 years of professional experience.

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