Fulfillment Center Manager

Hi there, we’re Article. Since 2013, we've been creating remarkably better furniture experiences one sofa at a time. We’re now on the hunt for a talented, enthusiastic leader to lead and successfully grow the new expansion of our Patterson, California location. As a Fulfillment Center Manager, you’ll be consistently overseeing the day-to-day operations of the warehouse and Drayage operations to ensure we create a “Remarkable Experiences” for our customers and our warehouse team. Why We Need You: Patterson is at a turning point. We’re moving past simple growth and into a phase of true evolution. Because of that, we’re looking for a leader who sees the bigger picture. In this role, you aren’t just managing a facility; you’re overseeing the final, most important step of a customer’s journey. For us, a delivery isn’t just a box on a truck—it’s the centerpiece of someone’s home, and we need a leader who treats it with that level of significance. As we expand our footprint, we need your expertise to scale our operations without losing the soul of our culture. You’ll be the architect of our local growth, balancing the logistics of drayage and fulfillment with the mentorship of a rapidly growing team. We aren't just looking for someone to "run a building"; we’re looking for a partner to optimize our supply chain, drive efficiency, and ensure that every sofa that leaves our dock is a win for the customer. Why Article? As Fulfillment Center Manager, you will have a high level of autonomy, we call it having an Ownership Mindset, where you’re trusted to solve problems to ensure a safe and great working environment for your teams, while putting the customer at the heart of how we work - Customer Obsession. Schedule: Monday - Friday Location: 400 Park Center Drive, Patterson, California, 95363, US Building size: 712,000 SQ FT Team Size: 1 Operations Manager, 3 Supervisors, 22 Hourly Particles This, of course, will grow with the expansion! To be successful, you’ll need to bring: A Win Together and Ownership Mindset: You treat the Patterson facility as if it were your own business. You celebrate the wins of your team and take personal accountability for the challenges. The Ability to Do Things Differently: We aren’t looking for "how it’s always been done." You bring a fresh, analytical perspective to logistics, finding creative ways to improve the flow of goods from port to porch. A Deep Customer Obsession: You understand that every operational decision—from drayage efficiency to warehouse packing—ultimately impacts the person sitting on that new sofa. An Entrepreneurial Attitude: You have the business acumen to pivot and juggle multiple priorities. You can balance high-level strategic planning for our expansion with the "boots on the ground" reality of a busy fulfillment center. A Talent for Building: You have a proven track record of recruiting, developing, and inspiring diverse teams. You don’t just fill seats; you build a culture where people want to grow. Your First Step: To ensure you are set up for success, you’ll start with an immersive onboarding experience: The Article Way: You will train at one of our established Fulfillment Centers (typically for 2 weeks). This is where you’ll learn our systems, soak up our culture, and see "Remarkable Experiences" in action before leading the charge in Patterson. #J-18808-Ljbffr