Operations Lead

We’re hiring an Operations Lead to build the operational backbone for a growing business that includes hardware. This is a hands-on builder role: you’ll create simple, repeatable workflows across procurement, inventory, fulfillment, deployment coordination, and RMAs, and you’ll run the day-to-day cadence that keeps projects moving. You don’t need to come from a massive supply chain org—but you do need strong judgment, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to set up processes that scale. What You’ll Own Hardware operations (sourcing → readiness) Manage purchasing and supplier coordination for hardware and accessories (lead times, POs, delivery schedules). Maintain basic BOM/SKU structure and ensure hardware configurations are consistent and documented. Establish incoming checks and lightweight QA gates to reduce field failures. Coordinate packaging/kitting requirements so deployments arrive “install-ready.” Inventory, logistics, and fulfillment Own inventory tracking: stock levels, reorder points, spares strategy, and clean recordkeeping. Run fulfillment workflows: shipping, labeling, kitting, tracking, and delivery confirmation. Coordinate with a 3PL (or build a simple internal process) and drive high fulfillment accuracy. Deployment operations (with partners) Operationalize deployments with system integrators: scheduling, site readiness checklists, install handoffs, and go-live validation. Create clear escalation paths and “definition of done” for successful installs. RMA and field reliability loop Build a practical RMA workflow: triage, replacement, return shipping, tracking, and root-cause feedback. Track failure patterns and partner with engineering/product to reduce repeat issues. Operating cadence and cross-functional coordination Build simple ops reporting: inventory health, shipment status, deployment status, RMAs, and key blockers. Run weekly cadence with internal stakeholders and partners to keep deployments and escalations moving. Improve unit economics through fewer fulfillment mistakes, fewer repeat shipments, and better spares planning. What Success Looks Like First 30–60 days Clear visibility into inventory, shipments, deployment pipeline, and RMAs (even if tooling is lightweight). Documented SOPs for fulfillment, deployment handoffs, and RMA handling. Consistent operating cadence with partners and internal teams. By 90–180 days Predictable “ship-to-install” motion with fewer surprises and faster cycle times. Low fulfillment error rate and a working spares/RMA process. Field feedback loop that measurably reduces repeat operational issues. Requirements 5–10 years in operations roles covering some mix of hardware logistics, fulfillment, inventory, deployments, or customer delivery. Proven ability to build lightweight processes from scratch (SOPs, checklists, vendor coordination, dashboards). Strong vendor/partner coordination skills; comfortable holding people accountable with clarity and tact. High ownership and responsiveness—able to handle urgent issues while improving the system over time. Comfortable in a startup environment: ambiguity, speed, and doing the work yourself when needed. Nice to Have Experience with connected devices, networking equipment, or field-deployed hardware. Familiarity with 3PLs, shipping tools, and basic inventory systems. Experience supporting multi-site rollouts through partners (SIs/MSPs). How You’ll Be Measured Fulfillment accuracy and on-time shipment rate Deployment cycle time (intake → live) and install “success rate” Inventory health (stockouts, spares readiness, excess) RMA rate, turnaround time, and repeat failure reduction Operational visibility: clean reporting, fewer surprises, faster resolution Logistics: Location: On-site in New York Travel: Occasional travel to customer sites as needed Reports to: (Founder) Today, AI workloads at the edge make networks more critical than ever for enterprises, communities, and governments—creating an urgent need for new connectivity solutions. Yet the way networks are designed, managed, and monitored has barely changed, while everything connected to them has. With a mission to close this gap, eino is intelligent connectivity—enabling the infrastructure that thinks, adapts, and delivers—in a platform that automates, unifies, and monitors all wireless technologies across any site—indoor and outdoor—through a 3D digital twin. Easy to demo, design, and monitor, the digital twin approach enables customers to see their wireless infrastructure—and its performance—before they invest. We’re building the shortest path to AI-ready connectivity that lasts. How to apply Send a resume and cover letter to View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Eino