Ventura Warehouse Operations Manager

Job Title: Ventura Warehouse Operations Manager

Team: Retail Solutions

Location: Ventura, CA Shell Road

Scope: Individual Contributor, P3

Years of Experience: 3+

General Summary

The Retail Construction group provides visual merchandising and 3D design solutions for Patagonia sell-in and sell-through environments. The Ventura Warehouse Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing warehouse operations including inventory management and organization, shipments to and from, vendor relationships, supporting design & build projects, and working collaboratively with several internal teams. This includes but is not limited to new store openings/remodels, partner stores, global sales meetings, tradeshows, campus projects, and other special events.

What Youll Do:

• Partner with Retail Construction, VDG, EDT, Retail Build Manager, and Facilities on concept, design, production, execution, logistics and resourcing for all projects.
• Determine Seasonal Build Support needs while adhering to labor budget constraints identified by the Retail Construction Manager.
• Delegate daily tasks to Seasonal Build Support team members in alignment with project priorities established by Retail Construction Manager.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize workflow, and meet deadlines for installation.
• Create and manage build schedules, ensuring timely completion of all projects.
• Manage logistics for all incoming / outgoing shipments.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of all fixtures, building materials, supplies, etc. and maintain levels needed for project plans.
• Develop and maintain Ventura based vendor relationships for local / sustainable materials and fixtures. Lead onboarding process for new vendors as needed, ensuring alignment with company standards and values.
• Work alongside 3D team to help provide functional design ideas and options to bring fixtures from concept to reality, and ensure compliance with design specifications
• Assist with the packing/palletizing of tradeshow and events items and helping ensure their departure and return to/from the warehouse.
• Ensure safety protocols and OSHA standards are followed within the warehouse.
• Monitor and manage warehouse equipment, performing regular maintenance checks as needed.

Who You Are:

• Project Management: Can manage and organize the workflow while also maintaining an organized work environment and warehouse
• Reliable: Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility.
• Communicative: Strong written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Organization: Proactive organizational skills and eye for detail and accuracy.
• Problem Solving: Helpful and courteous approach to solving problems. Can efficiently identify, determine root causes, and propose and implement solutions. Ability to make sound judgement calls in the absence of the Retail Store General Manager.
• Attention to Detail: Can complete tasks while demonstrating concern for all areas and people involved.
• Teamwork: Can work collaboratively with all groups of people supporting a common goal with a positive and helpful attitude. Able to work with a variety of personality types and cultural backgrounds.
• Adaptability/Ambiguity: Adaptability to changing situations and priorities while maintaining a positive workplace morale. Can pivot and encourage team engagement when things change.
• Purpose Driven: Alignment with Patagonia core values.

Experience You Bring

• 3 + years warehouse management experience including inventory control and team leadership.
• 3+ years construction experience including carpentry, painting, electrical, masonry, flooring, and welding
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent customer service skills, in person, on the phone and in writing
• Ability to be flexible within the job to ensure the best processes/systems for smooth completion of all projects and in accordance with the best interests of the business at the foundation
• Capable of streamlining and improving processes and troubleshooting
• Available to work occasional after-hours to meet deadlines.
• Ability to remain flexible to change within the work environment and scope of responsibility.

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to sit and stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to repetitively lift 50 lbs
• Ability to stand on a ladder
• Comfortable using hand and power tools
• Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanor within a flexible and (at times) noisy work environment
• Ability and license to drive a forklift and scissor lift
• Occasional overnight travel and extended work hours may be required.

Hiring range: $80,000 $90,000 USD Annual

At Patagonia, pay ranges are assigned to a job based on the location specific market median of similar jobs according to 3rd party salary benchmark surveys. Individual pay within that range can vary for several reasons including skills/capabilities, experience, and available budget. Note the full pay range for this role ranges from: $69,200.00 - $103,800.00 USD Annual. The Hiring Range reflects where in the range we intend to hire for this role.

Benefits

Patagonia offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement and leave of absence plans. Benefit plans may vary slightly depending on the nature of your employment.

Employee Conduct
It is the responsibility of every employee to contribute to a positive, inclusive work environment through cooperative and professional interactions with co-workers, customers and vendors.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law.