Product Operations Associate (Temporary Contract)

Marine Layer; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Discount

Free Clothes

Job summary

A trendy clothing company is seeking a temporary Product Operations Associate to support their Planning Team. The role involves managing purchase orders and vendor relationships in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate has strong analytical capabilities, excellent organizational and communication skills, and at least one year of experience in production. This is a 6-month hybrid contract requiring 3 days in the office every week, offering employee discounts and free clothes.

Qualifications

• 1 year previous experience in production.
• Experience with ERP systems is a plus.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Issue and maintain Purchase Orders across ML Mainline and ML Wholesale.
• Manage On time PO Reporting and track PO shipment status.
• Work closely with vendors, product management, and logistics team.

Skills

Detail oriented

Problem-solving through data analysis

Strong organizational skills

Time management

Ability to multitask

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience

Tools

Netsuite/ERP systems

SourceDay

NewStore POS

Shopify

Job description

We're looking for a temporary Product Operations Associate to join our small but mighty Planning Team‑someone who can support our product manufacturing process while one of our team members is out on leave. This role focuses on purchase order placement and vendor management, with a high degree of detail management.

We need someone with a mind for numbers and a passion for making them work towards building a better business. A successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative, cross‑functional, and highly dynamic start‑up environment

Scope

• Issue and maintain Purchase Orders across ML Mainline and ML Wholesale
• Update Purchase Orders based on production shifts or changes
• Manage On time PO Reporting and track PO shipment status
• Work closely with vendors, product management and logistics team to ensure timely delivery
• Maintain effective working relationship with vendors s
• Proactively flag production issues that will affect ETAs so cross‑functional teams can plan accordingly
• Communicate with vendor and execute on chase or reflow needs set by planning team

Qualifications

Detail Oriented.

Many jobs say you need to be detail‑oriented; for this one, we really mean it. We’re looking for someone who loves to solve problems through detailed data analysis and making said analysis extremely accurate. Having a penchant for sorting out all the specifics is vital.

A Strong Team Player.

The successful candidate for this position brings a positive approach to new and challenging projects. You are organized, self‑motivated and accountable with an enthusiasm for getting stuff done. You will also have to work very closely with a number of other teams, including our Merchants, Production team, and Retail Ops. Communication skills are critical.

Fine Print: we ask that you have the following to apply.

• Bachelor’s Degree, or equivalent work experience
• 1 year previous experience in production
• Bonus points for experience with Netsuite/ERP systems, SourceDay, NewStore POS, or Shopify
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑paced environment

Contract Terms

• 6 Month Contract
• Hybrid work: 3 days per week in Office, 40 hours per week
• Employee Discount + Free Clothes

TO APPLY

Check out our website and shoot [e-mail] your resume and a thoughtful email about how you relate to our seven‑day‑weekend lifestyle. Cover letters are for the birds…

Marine Layer is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that welcomes applicants and employees of all genders, races, backgrounds, orientations, and nationalities.