What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operations Supervisor position at Lulus.com?
Join the LuCrew as an Operations Supervisor and lead daily operations, mentor and develop your team, ensure compliance, and drive performance to achieve success.
Lulus Vision
At Lulus, our team is committed to offering the best possible service to our customers throughout the world. Our fun and casual work environment focuses on innovation and teamwork at all levels of the organization. We are always on the lookout for talented and dedicated people to join the Lulus team as we continue to build our community!
Our Commitment
Lulus is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer and strives to create an organizational climate that fosters diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging so that all of our team members can show up as their authentic selves and thrive. We are committed to increasing the representation of marginalized people across our team through hiring practices that value lived experience and unique perspectives. Our work environment embraces creative expression, collaboration, and connection without the expectation of assimilation.
Job Summary
The Operations Supervisor is responsible for the daily activities of one or more operational units. They are required to maintain workflow, staffing, and scheduling to achieve targeted operational and financial results. Being an Operations Supervisor ensures compliance with operational policies and procedures, resolving routine operation issues and overseeing a group of leads and team members. Additional requirements would be to maintain daily tracking of metrics and personnel needs. Operations Supervisors make day-to-day decisions within their department and escalate as needed to the Operations Manager. This position is an onsite, on-the-floor, daily interactive role where you will be able to mentor, coach, and develop, as well as collaborate to help drive the success of your team and the company.
What You’ll Do
Carry out established operations performance objectives considering the employee and safety, customer experience, productivity, quality, and cost.
Oversee the operational procedures for the designated staffed area(s) to include the movement of products and processes and monitoring inventory accuracy.
Plan hourly, daily, and weekly staffing needs to be based on upcoming demand plans, productivity goals, and expected service level targets to include providing management with hiring needs.
Track appropriate metrics and KPIs and communicate progress to leadership and other designated team members as needed.
Assist with planning, creating, maintaining, and achieving department-level budgets.
Maintain a positive work environment and motivate staff to achieve the highest possible service and cost performance.
Communicate daily operational goals to Shift Leads and team members, delegating assignments as necessary to achieve the service and cost goals.
Respond to staff performance, quality, and attendance issues and administer timely coaching, training, and corrective action as required.
Communicate with other departments & coordinate operations department activities and priorities.
Provide solutions to issues within the operational processes; troubleshoot in a timely manner; escalate issues and risks to your managers in a timely manner.
Work with management to identify, evaluate & improve all operations on an ongoing basis; participate in the continuous process of improvement.
Maintain a high level of discretion when handling confidential matters.
Effectively communicate complex operational and technical information to a large team, senior leadership, and vendors.
Maintain and advocate for a safety culture at all times, including supporting safety programs and ensuring OSHA compliance within the work environment for all associates.
Embrace a DEIB mindset (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging) as a core element of effective team leadership. Foster team engagement by encouraging involvement in the organization’s commitment to creating a culture where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
Ensure procedures are followed for building security and product loss prevention.
Commit to personal and professional growth for yourself and your subordinates.
Other duties as assigned.
What You’ll Need
High School Diploma or GED required.
Experience managing a large team.
Experience reporting Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) as it relates to the shift assigned.
Exceptional leadership skills.
Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data, reporting, auditing, etc.
Ability to make sound decisions and manage several priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Intermediate technical aptitude; general computer & network troubleshooting.
Exceptional leadership skills.
Excellent attention to detail to ensure accuracy in data, reporting, auditing, etc.
Ability to make sound decisions and manage several priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Intermediate technical aptitude; general computer & network troubleshooting.
Knowledge of operational processes and concepts, especially regarding distribution and logistics within an e-commerce company.
Ability to think critically and make sound business decisions.
Able to access all areas of operations (ascending and descending ladders, stairs, and gangways safely and without limitation).
Strong planning and organizational skills.
Intermediate Excel skills.
Adept at the ability to motivate others in a deadline-focused environment.
Nice to Have - Bonus Points!
Associate or Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field preferred.
What You’ll Love About Us
Great Company Culture - Where you can be you!
Work that stays at work - Genuine work/life balance
Rest and Relaxation - Paid Vacation and Sick Time & Company Holidays
Health Benefits - Medical with FSA, Dental, and Vision
Employee Bonus Plan for eligible roles
Prepare for the future - 401(k) with company matching
Wardrobe Perks
Passionate, collaborative, results-focused teammates and leaders
Ability to make a difference every day and impact our customers in meaningful ways
Learning-oriented organization with an ‘all in’ mindset
We’re ready to meet you! Help us achieve our ambitious goals!
