What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Manager position at Grubmarket, Inc.?
Opportunity Statement
We are seeking an Operations Manager to oversee Warehouse, Transportation, Facilities Management, Quality, and related third-party providers. This role is responsible for driving performance metrics, managing expenses and revenue, ensuring compliance with government regulations, and promoting a safe and secure workplace. The Operations Manager will play a critical role in building strategy, optimizing operations, and leading a high-performing team
Role Responsibilities
The Operations Manager will:
- Oversee daily operations to ensure safety, accuracy, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility.
- Manage budgets, including labor, benefits, capital investments, assets, depreciation, maintenance, and third-party contracts.
- Monitor facility capacity and plan for growth to maintain proper storage, receiving, and shipping capabilities.
- Ensure compliance with OSHA, DOT, FDA, USDA, DOL, and other regulatory agencies, as well as food safety and insurance pooling requirements.
- Conduct audits, inspections, and documentation reviews (e.g., food safety records, safety inspections).
- Lead emergency response planning, crisis management, and safety training initiatives.
- Oversee condition and maintenance of warehouse, fleet, refrigeration systems, HVAC, fire protection, and office facilities.
- Partner with Sales to address delivery and customer issues, and support new business opportunities.
- Lead associate engagement by maintaining open communication, conducting department meetings, and monitoring morale.
- Manage staff selection, training, compensation, performance reviews, and terminations.
- Participate in grievance or arbitration proceedings when required.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and meet key performance metrics.
Skills and Experiences Required
- 10 years of experience in operations and distribution management
- Strong leadership skills with proven ability to manage large teams and third-party providers.
- Deep knowledge of federal motor carrier safety regulations, environmental regulations, and food safety requirements.
- Experience with audits, regulatory reporting, and compliance management.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; able to make independent decisions under pressure.
- High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; familiarity with warehouse/operations software systems
- Demonstrated success in developing cross-functional strategies that improve operations.
- Background in managing complex budgets and capital projects.
Preferred Skills
- Advanced degree or professional certifications in operations or logistics a plus.
Preferred Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or related field.
Job Type
- Full-time
Salary
- $150,000–$200,000/year
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: Seattle, WA
Salary : $150,000 - $200,000