Sr. Operations Manager

BeDirect; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

BeDirect in Memphis, TN is seeking an Operations Manager for our agricultural production facility. This hands-on leadership role oversees daily operations, drives accountability, and owns people, process, and performance onsite.

You will build high-performing teams, implement SOPs and KPIs, and partner with senior leadership on growth and scaling. A background in agriculture, food production, or logistics helps, with a proven record of improving efficiency and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading operations in agriculture, logistics, or production.
• Proven track record building accountable teams.
• Strong organizational and communication skills; experience with EOS/Lean is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations at the TN facility (production, fulfillment, logistics).
• Hire, train, and manage staff across multiple functions.
• Develop and improve SOPs, KPIs, and team workflows.
• Oversee site performance: quality, output, cost, safety, and compliance.
• Collaborate with leadership on growth and scaling initiatives.
• Drive a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Operations management

Team building

Communication

Lean principles

Spanish

Tools

EOS

Job description

Job Title: Operations Manager Agricultural Production Facility

Location: Memphis, TN

Compensation: $80,000-$120,000 base + performance bonus potential

Job Type: Full-time, On-site

About the Role

We're hiring an Operations Manager for a growing agricultural production company based in the Memphis area. This is a hands‑on leadership role overseeing daily operations at a high-volume facility. You'll be the highest‑ranking team member onsite, with full ownership of people, process, and performance.

This role is ideal for someone with strong leadership experience in agriculture, food production, logistics, or manufacturing. You do not need prior hatchery experience what matters most is your ability to build high‑performing teams, drive accountability, and continuously improve operations.

What Youll Do

• Lead day‑to‑day operations at the TN facility (production, fulfillment, logistics)
• Hire, train, and manage staff across multiple functions
• Develop and improve SOPs, KPIs, and team workflows
• Oversee site performance: quality, output, cost, safety, and compliance
• Collaborate with leadership team on strategic growth and scaling initiatives
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and team engagement

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience leading operations in agriculture, logistics, or production
• Proven success managing people and building team accountability
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Experience with systems like EOS, Lean, or similar is a plus
• Spanish language skills are helpful but not required

Why Apply

• Be the key leader at a fast-growing, mission‑driven organization
• Lead a close-knit team with strong values and a culture of continuous improvement
• Competitive salary with performance bonus opportunities
• Long‑term career growth as the company continues to expand