Operations Associate

We are looking for an Operations Associate with 4-7 years of experience in operations, logistics and/or supply chain to work closely with an Operations Manager on 1-4 client accounts at any given time. The ideal candidate is capable of handling multiple clients and projects simultaneously with competing priorities and deadlines. This is a key role providing the ideal candidate with exposure to a diverse range of early stage brands with the opportunity to directly impact their success. 

This is a remote, contract position.

RESPONSIBILITIES (varies by client)

General list of responsibilities that will vary by client and will be clearly defined in each scope of work:

• Manage wholesale order fulfillment from PO receipt to delivery, and, if required, invoicing
• Coordinate with external partners such as comans, vendors & warehouses on projects & POs
• Sourcing, procurement, and delivery of raw materials to manufacturing/coman facilities
• Track inventory of finished goods and components across multiple locations
• Quote and contract freight partners for domestic and international shipments
• Build, write, and maintain SOPs on operational activities to create efficiency and accuracy
• Create and manage tools to help monitor and track operational KPIs (i.e. COGS, OTIF, etc.)
• Provide data gathering, analysis, and reporting to help make strategic decisions
• Document and improve operations, logistics and supply chain processes
• Maintain and help optimize operational models and tools
• Review and audit operational activity data for accuracy (i.e. receiving reports, invoices, etc.)

SKILLS, QUALITIES, & REQUIREMENTS

The ideal candidate… 

• Detail oriented
• A self-starter and resourceful
• Strong written and spoken English
• Thinks creatively and proactively
• Willing to learn and be coached
• Great time management and task prioritization
• Comfortable establishing order in chaotic situations
• Seeks a flexible and remote work environment
• Interested in early stage companies and business strategy
• Proficient in excel (can use common formulas like vlookup, if statements, index match, etc)
• Strong with data analysis and turning data points into useful information & recommendations
• Experience working directly for a US-based CPG company/brand
• An understanding of US work, video call, and email culture
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent
• 4+ years of experience in operations, logistics or supply chain management

ABOUT US

Bravo CPG provides fractional operations support to early stage, rapidly growing CPG brands. We serve as an extension of our clients’ teams, working with them at the tactical level to manage day-to-day operations so they can focus on running their business, and at the strategic level to help them make smart decisions and build strong, scalable processes. While many of our clients are in the food and beverage space, we work across multiple different industries with brands such as Joyride Sweets, United Sodas of America, Parks Project, and Mosh.