Company Description
The Hemp Collect is a US-based company that specializes in open-market cannabis products and inputs for B2B and consumers. The company focuses on award-winning live resin and exceeds industry quality, efficacy, and safety standards.
Role Description
Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Operations to lead our operational strategies and enhance our organizational effectiveness. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in strategic planning and operations management, with the ability to negotiate effectively and drive process improvements. This role requires a visionary leader who can manage diverse teams, foster business development, and implement project management initiatives that align with our company's goals.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic plans to optimize operational efficiency and effectiveness.
- Oversee daily operations to ensure smooth functioning across all departments.
- Lead and mentor senior leadership to promote a culture of high performance and accountability.
- Negotiate contracts and partnerships that align with the companys objectives.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices across operations.
- Manage budgets, resources, and timelines for various projects to ensure successful execution.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive business development initiatives.
- Monitor industry trends and competitor activities to inform strategic decision-making.
Under the direction of the COO, the Director of Operations will oversee the planning, procurement, and production of product production and bulk input formulation. Ensure the Operations team meets or exceeds 98% complete order delivery within 24 hours of order. Create and manage agreements with the largest and most strategic suppliers. Minimize operational costs and demonstrate ownership of on-time and accurate product delivery.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Oversee efficient operations in production and fulfillment departments, setting KPIs and growth metricsConduct regular team meetings mapping upcoming projects, facility priorities, & progress in all departmentsContribute to the company's strategic growth as part of the executive teamCoordinate cross-functional initiatives and projectsManage facility budgets and measure the effectiveness of all processes (production, operations, management, etc.)Other duties as assignedLAUNCH RESPONSIBILITIES
Access commercialization viability of new product launches, working with the Executive TeamUpdate Launch Checklists with action items from all departments (coordinate with Production Coordiantor)Troubleshoot launch issues and work to communicate Product Ready Date to sales and marketingSchedule the formulation and filling of new products for launches.OPERATIONS
Ownership of overall facility efficiency and operational flow of raw materials, production, and fulfillmentOwnership of operational SOPs and optimal utilization of MRP (Cin7 Core), project management (Asana) and GoogleMaintain and manage all aspects of the facility, managing scale-ups and builds within budgetOversee Inventory managers monthly physical inventory audits, reconcile actual inventory counts with WMSCreate and institutionalize SOPs for all processes, including the production of current or new productsProject Management : Task assignments follow-ups with department heads & ensure deadlines are metPRODUCTION
Work with the Sales, Lab, and Production managers to forecast anticipated demand and adjust PAR levelsOversee scheduling of internal and external production with the Production Manager and Lab ManagersCreate plans for product phase-outs / coordinate with the team to carry out the phase-out of underperforming SKUsWork with the Production Coordinator to set up launch plans for new products, communicate to the teamImplement additional QC checks and measure performance at key steps in the production processEnsure that managers accurately schedules and oversees production, ensuring all KPIs are met or exceededSupport cost analysis of new products, and accurately provide COGS data to management and COOHUMAN RESOURCES
Oversee that managers conduct reviews, performance follow-ups, and 1 : 1s to facilitate continuous growthOversee candidate review, manage headcount planning to coincide with growing operational capacityPerformance monitoring regularly review and provide feedback on the teams performanceMinimum Qualifications :
Excellent communication skills & great leadership capabilitiesScaled CPG manufacturing experience with director level managementTeam management experience of 40 and optimized employee schedulingWillingness to upskill and learn new systems, Cin7 Core MRP and Asana task managementBe a self-starter, able to stay productive without oversight & analyze processesMust be over 21 years old and able to commute daily to downtown SE PortlandExperience
Proven experience in operations management or a similar leadership role.Strong skills in strategic planning, project management, and process improvement methodologies.Demonstrated ability to lead teams effectively and foster a collaborative work environment.Excellent negotiation skills with a track record of successful contract management.Experience in business development within a relevant industry is preferred.Strong analytical skills with the ability to make data-driven decisions.Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.Join us in this pivotal role where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of our operations while driving success across the organization!
Job Type : Full-time
Pay : From $90,000.00 per year
Benefits :
401(k)Employee discountPaid time offSchedule :
8 hour shiftMonday to FridayAbility to Commute :
Portland, OR 97214 (Required)
Salary : $90,000
