Senior Operations Manager

Senior Operations Manager, Inventory & Receiving As the Senior Operations Manager, Inventory & Receiving, you will be responsible for leading all inbound warehouse operations, inventory management, and material flow activities within our food-based Fulfillment Center (FC). This role plays a critical part in ensuring inventory accuracy, receiving efficiency, product quality, and operational compliance while supporting the overall success of the supply chain. About the Role This position balances strategic planning with daily operational execution, serving as an agent of change while developing high-performing teams and ensuring inventory accuracy throughout the facility. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Responsibilities Maintain a Safety-First culture within our food-based Fulfillment Center and meet site environmental, health, quality, and safety performance metrics while maintaining compliance with OSHA, AIB, GMP, HACCP, FSSC, and FDA requirements. Lead all receiving, inventory control, replenishment, and inbound warehouse operations. Drive inventory accuracy through cycle count programs, inventory audits, root cause analysis, and corrective action planning, and establish and monitor inventory KPIs. Oversee daily receiving operations, ensuring timely unloading, inspection, documentation, and system transactions while maintaining product quality and traceability standards. Develop and implement inventory management strategies that optimize space utilization, product rotation, inventory turns, and warehouse efficiency. Lead and motivate teams across receiving, inventory control, warehouse operations, and shipping functions, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Analyze operational and inventory data to identify trends, resolve discrepancies, and improve overall warehouse performance; prepare operating reports and communicate results to leadership. Champion continuous improvement initiatives by identifying opportunities to streamline processes while ensuring adherence to standard operating procedures. Partner closely with Logistics, Supply Chain, Procurement, and Distribution teams to ensure inventory availability, operational alignment, and seamless execution across the network. Develop a highly effective leadership team by setting clear expectations, providing coaching and development opportunities, and using performance management tools to support employee growth. Build strong professional relationships with direct reports and site HR Business Partners, effectively communicate operational challenges, and maintain accurate administrative records as needed. Skills & Qualifications Previous leadership experience in warehouse, distribution, logistics, inventory management, or supply chain operations. Strong experience managing receiving, inventory control, cycle counting, inventory reconciliation, and warehouse management systems (WMS). Knowledge of inventory management best practices, warehouse operations, and supply chain processes. Familiarity with regulatory requirements for food manufacturing, warehousing, and distribution environments. Experience conducting root cause analysis investigations and implementing corrective actions. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret operational and inventory data. Proven ability to lead, develop, and motivate large teams in a fast‑paced environment. Experience driving process improvements and implementing operational efficiencies. Excellent communication, team‑building, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to adapt to changing priorities, delegate effectively, and manage multiple priorities simultaneously. Strong conflict resolution and decision‑making abilities. Strict adherence to company standards, food safety requirements, and operational procedures. Able to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift up to 50 pounds with or without accommodation. Nice to Have Lean Six Sigma, PMP, TPM, or other relevant certifications. 5+ years plant operations experience. 5+ years manufacturing experience. Benefits Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. 401(k). Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1,200 paid in weekly installments. Life insurance. Paid vacation time. Paid holidays. Schedule 8‑hour shifts, 5 days per week, or 10‑hour shifts, 4 days per week. Must be available to work weekends, nights, and holidays as needed. As set forth in Misfits Market’s Equal Employment Opportunity policy, we do not discriminate on the basis of any protected group status under any applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Misfits-Market