Director of Operations
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Job Location:
Somerville, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Director of Operations
Somerville MA (Hybrid 2 days/week in office)
About Janji
Janji makes the best gear for the longest distances apparel built to inspire exploration and connect the global running community. Based in Somerville MA were an independent mission-driven running brand dedicated to transporting runners farther.
The Role
Were looking for a Director of Operations to oversee Janjis global supply chain costing and inventory management. This role ensures our product moves efficiently from factory to customer on time on cost and with industry leading quality.
Youll lead the operational engine behind Janjis growth: from vendor management and demand planning to warehouse coordination and process improvement. Youll balance analytical rigor with a startups bias for action building scalable systems that keep our supply chain running smoothly as we expand.
Responsibilities
Supply Chain Management
- Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations from factory production schedules to last-mile fulfillment.
- Optimize vendor performance lead times and logistics to ensure on-time delivery and high quality.
- Partner with our product and development teams to forecast capacity and align seasonal timelines.
Costing & Margin Optimization
- Own cost negotiations with factory partners to meet margin goals.
- Build and maintain detailed costing models across product categories.
- Identify efficiency gains across materials packaging and freight.
Inventory Planning & Management
- Lead inventory strategy balancing stock availability with cash-flow efficiency.
- Partner with finance and marketing to align buy plans with business objectives.
Manage warehouse relationships (3PL) to maintain accuracy and increase efficiency.
Operational Systems & Process Improvement
- Implement tools and workflows that streamline operations and improve visibility.
- Establish KPIs for supply chain performance inventory turns and landed margin.
- Drive continuous improvement in quality control compliance and sustainability standards.
Qualifications
- 7 years of experience in supply chain operations or production management (apparel or consumer goods preferred).
- Strong background in costing forecasting and logistics.
- Experience managing vendor relationships across multiple regions.
- Highly analytical and comfortable with ERP inventory and reporting systems.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
- A passion for running travel and building an adventurous brand is a plus.
Why Janji
At Janji we believe running is a gateway to exploration and human connection. Youll join a close-knit creative team building a purpose-driven brand.
Required Experience:
Director
Key Skills
- Risk Management
- Negiotiation
- Operational management
- Smartsheets
- Strategic Planning
- Team Management
- Budgeting
- Leadership Experience
- Program Development
- Supervising Experience
- Financial Planning
About Company
Inspired by the places we run and the people we meet. Janji gear is built to #RunEverywhere and each line funds clean water projects around the globe.
