VP of Operations

Remote

WE ARE STARFACE

Starface has turned traditional complexion care on its head, as the first to combine efficacy and optimism, making acne an opportunity for self-expression.

YOUR IMPACT AT STARFACE

Starface is seeking a VP, Operations to oversee and scale our global omnichannel operations across our retail, DTC, and Amazon businesses. Reporting to the President, the VP of Operations will lead the operations team and oversee our supply chain, omnichannel operations, customer service, and logistics end-to-end. The VP of Operations will be responsible for directing Starface’s operational strategy to support significant growth in volume and distribution as well as fine tuning our processes and infrastructure to optimize for cost, performance, speed, quality, and growth. In this role, the VP is part of the senior leadership team and is expected to be an excellent cross-functional collaborator, company-wide communicator, and team leader.

Location: Remote, occasional travel required.

WE WILL COUNT ON YOU TO

Directly manage and drive performance of the operations team of eight including logistics, supply chain, planning, and customer service
Define, track, and report on KPIs and key metrics for Operations and drive team to meet business goals, in particular cost reduction goals
Ensure Starface has high performing operational systems including demand and supply planning, purchasing, manufacturing, inventory management, shipping, and warehousing operations
Oversee all negotiating, vetting, and management of shipping partners, 3PLs, and suppliers to optimize for performance, quality, and cost
Build out and maintain processes and infrastructure to ensure that we are optimizing for cost, performance, speed, quality, and growth
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence all channels
Oversee and project manage the sourcing, implementation, and troubleshooting of operations platforms, software, and IT tools
Coordinate cross-functionally to plan for ongoing and special projects including sourcing, forecasting, and inventory management
Oversee the successful onboarding of new retailers
Ensure specific customer service issues are addressed in the short term and ongoing issues are addressed for the long term
Oversee the collection of customer data and feedback to inform broader company strategy and decisions

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

8+ years of experience working in operations for consumer packaged goods
4+ years management experience
Strong leadership skills including a track record of managing successful, motivated teams and cross-functional collaboration
Thorough understanding of supply chain and operational concepts surrounding production planning, purchasing, inventory control, freight logistics, 3PL operations, and shipping/receiving
In-depth knowledge of warehouse management systems, database management, logistics systems, ERP, and EDI
Experience with mass retail routing guides and operations compliance requirements
Adept at strategic prioritization and decision-making, and balancing long-term business goals with short-term needs
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Strong communication and negotiation skills - both written and verbal
Highly analytical and data-driven, with strong quantitative skills
Advanced proficiency in Excel and Netsuite, or similar platform
Process-oriented and adept at creating new ones
Experience working in a smaller, high-growth company

SALARY + BENEFITS

Compensation includes a $185-200K base depending on level of experience, and includes bonus eligibility and company stock options.

Current benefits include:

Access to high-quality health care options, including 100% coverage for employee and spouse
Access to a 401k with 5% employer match
4 weeks of vacation plus 12 paid holidays
Home office stipend
Learning and development stipend