Are you an ambitious, Operations Manager looking to grow within our fast-paced consumer brand? We the Wild Plant Care are looking for a meticulous operations expert, natural problem solver, and charismatic leader to join our passionate team of changemakers.

Our business manufactures and distributes organic plant care products across multiple markets. Reporting to the Director, the role will be accountable for the smooth operations of production, supply chain, logistics, and compliance.

Roles and responsibilities :

• Turn seemingly complex daily operational issues into actionable plans and project roadmaps.
• Implement both micro and transformational process improvements across supply chain, production, logistics, and warehouse management.
• Manage the smooth onboarding and fulfilment for key retail customers
• Refine the team structure by hiring, managing, and training direct reports.
• Work closely with the Growth Marketing Manager, National Sales Manager, and CEO to build annual and quarterly plans, and deliver core projects.
• Identify and solve human resource issues.
• Manage and report on OpEx budgets.
• Maintain accountability for overall margin goals.
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting to upper management.
• Manage the supply chain team to ensure that inventory levels are maintained, and materials are delivered on time and within budget.
• Oversee warehouse efficiency to maintain optimal supply chain operations.
• Manage strategic partnerships with suppliers and vendors, including the negotiation of supplier terms, lease agreements, and other business contracts.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures to mitigate potential issues.
• Perform quality controls and monitor production Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to ensure consistent, high-quality output.
• Delegate responsibilities while maintaining organizational control of branch operations.

• Demonstrated operations experience in a fast-growing $10M-$20M revenue business.
• Experience working in hybrid business models (i.e. both manufacturing and distribution).
• Experience in fulfilment in both e-commerce and Big Box retail is highly regarded.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional project management, systems, and process skills.
• Impeccable people management skills, including conflict management, task allocation, and performance management.
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal.
• A natural quick learner with the ability to self-teach when needed.
• Capable of adjusting strategies or processes in response to changing business environments or unexpected pivots.
• Motivated by self-improvement and business growth.

Don't meet every requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification.

At We the Wild, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team. If you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we would like you to apply anyway.

You may just be the perfect fit for either this or other roles!

Last updated : 2024-04-23