Smartish is seeking a tenacious Operations Manager to play a massive role in our rapidly growing successful e-commerce business with start-up roots. You will provide proactive management and development of a small team that spans Customer Experience, Order Fulfillment/Printing, IT, and Supply Chain (7-person team; 5 direct reports).
In addition to the day-to-day management, this position will be responsible for managing to operational KPIs, continuous improvement of our operations, optimizing shipping and logistics, and supporting inventory management.
You will be working with a small team as you help propel our 15-year-old company into the next phase of exponential growth. This is an incredible opportunity for a motivated and all-in individual who is skillful at wrangling a diverse group of collaborative and fun individuals.
Core Accountabilities:
• LMA
• Manage to Operational KPI’s
• Continuous Improvement to Operations
• Optimize Shipping & Logistics
• Inventory Management
Lead & Manage Operational Divisions:
• Proactive management and development of Customer Service, Order Fulfillment/Printing, IT, and Supply Chain Divisions
• Hire team members and execute new hire on-boarding procedures
• Evaluate the efficiency and productivity of team members through pre-established job expectations and performance reviews
• Train and coach direct reports using feedback, goal-setting, and hands-on learning to promote personal and skills development
• Initiate appropriate team pay raises and disciplinary procedures for team members up to and including termination
• Ringleader of team morale
Manage to Operational KPIs:
• Create operational KPIs when and where needed
• Monitor and improve KPIs within customer service, on-demand printing, logistics, and order processing
• Create and manage to departmental budgets and financial objectives
• Setup systems and provide routine Q.A. checks/procedures to ensure quality and efficiency
Continuous improvement of operations:
• Identify operational inefficiencies then develop and execute plans for addressing them
• Regularly (re)analyze business processes in search of ways to streamline and simplify each
• Develop & improve capacity of team, reducing costs while increasing output
• Craft creative solutions to maximizing budget and resources
Optimize Shipping & Logistics:
• Manage inbound international freight, balancing cost vs speed
• Monitor outbound customer shipments for areas of cost reduction and improved efficiencies
• Maintain relationships and negotiate rates with shipping carriers
Inventory Management:
• Ensure ideal inventory levels are being maintained, minimizing both stock-outs and overstock waste
• Plan vendor production schedules and lead times to meet future inventory demands
• Drive enterprise inventory management initiatives to ensure accuracy across company supply chain
• Forecast new product launch inventory demand
Other Operation Duties:
• Backfill positions, be available after-hours, and "jump in trenches" when necessary
Qualifications and Requirements (About You):
• 5+ years successfully leading and managing operational teams
• Tech-savvy - Strong Excel user (vlookups, index/match, pivots) & familiarity with project management tools (Wrike, Asana, etc...)
• Highly driven, self-motivated with a demonstrated track record of leading organizational change
• Well organized and structured thinker with an ability to complete analysis, build models, and oversee the analytical work of others
• Proven experience in challenging existing processes, developing unique solutions to problems, and managing multiple projects at one time
• Ability to communicate clearly and succinctly on executive level briefings
• Ability to process large datasets, identify trends, and initiate changes based on findings
• Experience creating KPIs, systems, and keen ability to meet/exceed department goals
• Comfortable with a lead role in a fast-paced, dynamic operating environment
• Experience orchestrating and optimizing hiring practices (i.e., sourcing, screening, hiring, on-boarding)
• Work well in a small team
• Must like tacos
• On-site, in-office, full-time position (Austin residents preferred)
Preferred qualifications:
• E-commerce experience - especially with Amazon & Shopify platforms
• Warehouse & inventory management - bonus if you have SkuVault experience
• Software project management experience
Compensation:
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Paid Holidays + PTO
• Health, Dental, Vision, FSA Benefits
• 401(k) w/employer match
• Paid covered parking in downtown
• Free phone cases & Smartish Stuff for you & your +1
Smartish Interview Sneak Peek:
We know resumes only tell a small part of your story. Are we a fit for each other? Let's find out.
• 20-30 minute pre-screen phone call
• 30-60 minute mini homework assignment that demonstrates your skill sets required for this position
• In-person 90 minute interview
• 2nd interview
• Final interview - tour of the office, meet the team
• Reference checks/background check
We personally review every application, and if we think there might be a fit, we’ll reach out via email within a week to start the conversation. Like many companies with start-up origins, we operate at a rapid pace--so you can expect a swift, transparent interview process that values your time and ours.
To apply, please send your resume and cover letter to recruiting@smartish.com