Sr Manager Operations

Owl's Brew; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm in the food and beverage industry is seeking a Director of Operations to lead the manufacturing and product operations. This role requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in optimizing supply chains and managing quality assurance processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in regulated industries, particularly in CPG, beer, or spirits. You will collaborate closely with finance and lead a team to ensure operational excellence and compliance. If you are passionate about building scalable systems in a dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in operations within regulated or QA/QC heavy industries.
• Experience in F&B or CPG (beer/liquor/wine) operations.
• Proven project and resource management skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop roadmaps to improve COGS and implement plans.
• Manage and create QA/QC processes.
• Collaborate with finance for reporting and forecasting.

Skills

Operations Management

Quality Assurance

Supply Chain Optimization

Team Building

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

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Job Description

This position is accountable for building, optimizing, and scaling all manufacturing and product operations for Owl's Brew, including forecasting, supply chain, production processes, QA/QC, and logistics. Responsibilities include managing brewery partners and production, sourcing, inventory management, working with labs, developing QA processes, and executing QA protocols.

The role involves close collaboration with the Finance team and overseeing one direct report (Logistics Manager). Candidates should have experience in analytical and managerial roles, with a proven track record in scalable operational systems, preferably within CPG, Beer, or Spirits companies, and start-up environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop roadmaps to improve COGS and implement plans
• Manage and create QA/QC processes
• Oversee co-manufacturing facilities
• Manage operational metrics and KPIs
• Handle procurement and production management
• Review packaging operations as needed
• Analyze margin drivers including manufacturing and raw materials
• Collaborate with finance for reporting and forecasting
• Optimize supply chain and forecast needs
• Manage inventory reporting for financials
• Ensure timely and accurate deliveries
• Contribute to cash-flow management
• Manage regulatory compliance
• Lead projects for new SKUs and certifications
• Work with Sales to forecast product needs

Requirements

• 6+ years in operations within regulated or QA/QC heavy industries
• Start-up experience
• Team building and hiring experience
• Experience in F&B or CPG (beer/liquor/wine) operations
• Proven project and resource management skills
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel

Additional Details

• Seniority Level: Director
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Industry: Food and Beverage Services

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