Manager, Strategy
Company: Gently US Inc
Location: Santa Monica
Posted on: April 18, 2024
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Job Description:
Gently is an innovation-driven, same-day fulfillment and
delivery provider enabling e-commerce and retail brands to offer
lightning-fast, cost-efficient and sustainable same-day delivery
and returns. Since launch in April 2023 the company secured
significant early stage funding, grew with over 50% M-o-M and
closed partnerships with leading brands and retailers. As Gently
enters its next phase of growth, we are looking to add a VP
Operations to our leadership team who can support the successful
operational management of our rapid expansion while ensuring
excellence in the execution of Gently's ambitious vision. Tasks In
close partnership with the founding team, oversee and improve the
day-to-day operations of the fullfillment center and last mile
delivery with Gently's own fleet, ensuring efficient and accurate
processing of orders, inventory management and deliveries Develop
and implement strategies to optimize logistics operations, which
would include managing warehouse operations, developing SOPs, and
collaborating with warehouse team and drivers Define, systematize
and continously monitor performance indicator(KPIs) and operational
metrics to drive operational excellance and culture of continues
improvement and achieve agree-ed upon targets Identify
opportunities to optimize costs, reduce waste, and improve overall
operational efficiency without compromising quality or service
levels Implement cost control measures and monitor expenses,
ensuring adherence to budgetary guidelines Create presentations,
financial models, and data/business intelligence dashboards for
management reporting purposes Synthesize data insights to provide
strategic recommendations across logistics operations and resource
planning Requirements Bachelor's degree 2-5 years experience in
consulting, data analytics, project management, or operations role
with a demonstrated record of consistently exceptional performance
Strong preference for candidates with previous logistics or
operations experience at a leading logistic player or high growth
venture with in-depth knowledge of fulfillment center and last mile
delivery operations, inventory management and warehousing
Flexibility with working schedule as the primary focus of the role
is logistics operations which might include attending early/late
shifts or drive alongs on routes Can-do attitude, roll-up-the
sleeves mindset and entrepreneurial passion to be a key player on
the ground floor of a category-defining venture "Ownership"
mentality to drive outcomes and attend to issues whenever needed
even if outside of office hours Gently is a logistics start-up with
significant pre-seed funding, led by a team of successful serial
entrepreneurs building their most ambitious project yet. Gently
enables ALL retailers to provide same-day, sustainable delivery
that meet the expectations of modern consumers. Retail is stuck
with legacy logistics infrastructure and partners that were never
built for modern consumer habits. Gently changes this by turning
delivery into a value add for retailers and customers alike.
Consumers unlock lightning-fast deliveries from their favorite
retailers without compromising on customer service; retail brands
leverage a new channel with customers, increasing retention and
revenue. Gently started delivering April 17 and is now scaling with
some of the best-loved brands in the US. Currently delivering to
all of LA, Gently is targeting further Tier-1 US markets within the
first 12 months. The management team includes leading executives
from Amazon, Kroger, Puma, Rakuten, Apple and more.
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