Warehouse Transition Manager (Business Operations Manager 2)

Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission; United States; Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension and retirement programs

Career advancement opportunities

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Work-life balance with holidays and/v­

Job summary

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) seeks a Warehouse Transition Manager to lead statewide distilled spirits operations during a major distribution facility transition. Based in Milwaukie, OR, the role reports to the Business Services leadership and advances process improvements, vendor coordination, and customer service.

This limited-duration management position focuses on strategic planning, budgeting, workforce alignment, and data-informed decisions to ensure a smooth transition

Qualifications

• Six years of supervision, management, or related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• A successful background check and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic operations for OLCC's Distilled Spirits Business Services during the statewide distribution facility transition.
• Plan resource forecasting, budget management, performance measurement, and process improvements.
• Collaborate with Retail Services, Distribution Services, and agency partners to align processes and improve service delivery.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Strategic initiatives

Vendor/partner management

Data-driven decision making

Change leadership/large projects

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Initial Posting Date: 11/04/2026 Application Deadline: 11/11/2026 Agency: Oregon Liquor & Cannabis Commission Salary Range: $7,911 - $11,657 Position Type: Employee Position Title: Warehouse Transition Manager (Business Operations Manager 2)

The Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission (OLCC) oversees access to alcohol and cannabis products in Oregon through education, regulation, and distilled spirits distribution. Our aim is to protect public health and safety while supporting responsible businesses and providing funding for local and state agencies. The agency is comprised of three major operational programs: the Distilled Spirits Program, the Recreational Marijuana Program, and the Public Safety Program. All three programs are supported by the Administration, Financial Services, and Support Services divisions. Revenue generated from these programs helps support state and local government programs.

What’s in it for you:

• Rewarding work in a productive and creative environment
• Colleagues who are passionate about public service and safety
• Work/life balance, 11 paid holidays a year, personal days, sick time, vacation accruals, and more!
• Pension and retirement programs
• Advancement and learning opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon
• Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• A workplace that fosters fairness, equity, and inclusion where everyone is treated with respect and dignity.

About this opportunity:

This position is based at our Milwaukie, OR headquarters office. Please note that the headquarters will relocate from Milwaukie to Portland, OR by approximately Q3 2027. After an initial training period, this position may be eligible for a flexible hybrid work schedule, however weekly in-office work will be required. This position is not eligible to be fully remote. This position is a management service position and is not represented by a union.

The Warehouse Transition Manager serves as the strategic operations lead for OLCC's Distilled Spirits Business Services functions supporting the agency's statewide distilled spirits distribution system. This limited-duration position, anticipated to continue through June 30, 2027, will play a key leadership role in supporting OLCC's transition to its new distilled spirits distribution facility and ensuring business operations, industry partnerships, and service delivery are aligned to meet future operational needs. Extension beyond June 30, 2027, may be considered based on operational need.

This position directs the development and implementation of wholesale business practices affecting retail customers and liquor suppliers statewide. Working collaboratively with Retail Services, Distribution Services, and other agency partners, the incumbent aligns business processes and operational priorities to support program effectiveness and continuous improvement. The incumbent leads strategic and operational planning efforts, including resource forecasting, budget management, performance measurement, and process improvement initiatives. This position identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, modernize business practices, and enhance customer service through business operations analytics and data-informed decision making. The role helps shape the division's workforce strategy by partnering with Human Resources and agency leadership to align talent, resources, and organizational capacity with long-term business objectives. As a member of the division's leadership team, the incumbent advances agency goals and priorities through collaboration, innovation, and sound business judgment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Six years of supervision, management, or progressively related experience; OR three years of related experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• A successful background check and Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) is required.

Preferred Skills:

• Proven leadership of complex business operations, supply chain, distribution, wholesale, logistics, or inventory management programs.
• A track record of developing and implementing strategic initiatives, operational policies, and process improvements that enhance organizational performance and customer service outcomes.
• Success in cultivating and managing relationships with vendors, suppliers, distributors, or other external business partners in a complex business environment.
• Expertise in leveraging data, performance metrics, forecasting, and budget management to support strategic decision-making and operational planning.
• Leadership in guiding organizations through change, large-scale operational initiatives, business transformation efforts, or major implementation projects.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference.

OLCC does not offer VISA sponsorships.

Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I‑9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States.

An adverse background and failed security clearance will result in disqualification.

This position requires a background and security check with fingerprinting to work in areas that handle confidential documents.

Any offer of employment with OLCC is contingent on acceptable references and background check.

If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to check your Workday account for pending tasks or actions under your “My Applications” section.

We hire preferred workers!

Preferred Worker Program.

OLCC is fully committed to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified candidates without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or veteran status.

Oregon state government is a large organization by nearly any standard. With over 40,000 employees working all over the state, in small communities and large, we are proving that government can be innovative. We work as a team, challenging ourselves to be better, faster and more efficient with taxpayer dollars. After all, when every day we are responsible for caring for the needs of a diverse population and thriving business community, we simply must have the best and brightest workforce.

If you take responsibility for your actions, are passionate about helping others succeed, and have a reputation for excellence and honesty, why not make Oregon state government your next career move? Joining our team means you open the door to many possibilities. From entry level to executive, outdoor work to policy setting, we have a role for nearly every calling, expertise and background. If you’re looking at us from across the country (or beyond!), know that Oregon is one of the most beautiful places on earth. Made up of seven diverse regions, Oregon has the ocean, mountains, valleys, high desert, cities, small towns, and almost everything in between. Oregon “flies with her own wings.”

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