Senior Manager, Operations
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Job Location:
Santa Monica, CA - USA
Yearly Salary:
USD 90000 - 120000
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Gently is an innovation-driven same-day fulfillment and delivery provider enabling e-commerce and retail brands to offer lightning-fast cost-efficient and sustainable same-day delivery and returns. Since launch in April 2023 the company secured significant early stage funding grew with over 50% M-o-M and closed partnerships with leading brands and retailers. As Gently enters its next phase of growth we are looking to add a Senior Manager Operations to our leadership team who can support the successful operational management of our rapid expansion while ensuring excellence in the execution of Gentlys ambitious vision.
Tasks
- In close partnership with the founding team oversee and improve the day-to-day operations of the fullfillment center and last mile delivery with Gentlys own fleet ensuring efficient and accurate processing of orders inventory management and deliveries
- Develop and implement strategies to optimize logistics operations which would include managing warehouse operations developing SOPs and collaborating with warehouse team and drivers
- Define systematize and continously monitor performance indicator(KPIs) and operational metrics to drive operational excellance and culture of continues improvement and achieve agree-ed upon targets
- Identify opportunities to optimize costs reduce waste and improve overall operational efficiency without compromising quality or service levels
- Implement cost control measures and monitor expenses ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines
- Create presentations financial models and data/business intelligence dashboards for management reporting purposes
- Synthesize data insights to provide strategic recommendations across logistics operations and resource planning
Requirements
- Bachelors degree
- 2-5 years experience in consulting data analytics project management or operations role with a demonstrated record of consistently exceptional performance
- Strong preference for candidates with previous logistics or operations experience at a leading logistic player or high growth venture with in-depth knowledge of fulfillment center and last mile delivery operations inventory management and warehousing
- Flexibility with working schedule as the primary focus of the role is logistics operations which might include attending early/late shifts or drive alongs on routes
- Can-do attitude roll-up-the sleeves mindset and entrepreneurial passion to be a key player on the ground floor of a category-defining venture
- Ownership mentality to drive outcomes and attend to issues whenever needed even if outside of office hours
Key Skills
- Employee Evaluation
- Continuous Improvement
- FDA Regulations
- Management Experience
- Process Improvement
- Profit & Loss
- Operations Management
- Project Management
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership Experience
- P&L Management
- Supervising Experience
About Company
Gently is a logistics start-up with significant pre-seed funding, led by a team of successful serial entrepreneurs building their most ambitious project yet. Gently enables ALL retailers to provide same-day, sustainable delivery that meet the expectations of modern consumers. Retail i ... View more
