Operations Manager

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Operations Manager owns the execution and continuous improvement of daily operational systems across supply chain, production, inventory, purchasing, compliance, and new item setup. This role is critical to ensuring accurate reporting, seamless execution, and cross-functional coordination with suppliers, warehouses, co-packers, and internal teams.

Reporting to the VP of Operations, this role enables execution of strategic operational initiatives such as cost savings, inventory optimization, and new product commercialization.

COMPANY OVERVIEW—WHO WE ARE

At Partake, we believe in the ability to partake in all of life's joys, big and small. We are a certified B Corp on a mission to make eating and sharing deliciously worry-free.

Everything we do, from the delicious allergy-friendly products we make to the give back initiatives we support, is about creating more opportunities for people to create, share, and enjoy life and great food.

To eat a delicious snack or share it with others is to experience a moment of simple celebration every day. As champions of radical inclusivity, we believe the joy of great food is and should be, for all. One's dietary restrictions or lack of resources and opportunity should not inhibit their ability to partake.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

Supply Chain, Inventory & Production Operations

• Lead the development of a purchasing program that supports operational efficiency through effective sourcing, vendor management, order tracking and invoicing.
• Own raw material and packaging purchase order creation, order management, and blanket order tracking
• Manage purchasing and ingredient ordering, including coordination with Zoroco and other suppliers
• Oversee inventory expiration reporting and lot-level visibility
• Maintain accuracy of warehouse item setup and ongoing inventory systems
• Manage trial ingredient inventory and usage tracking
• Lead donation management and related inventory adjustments
• Execute and document operational tests as they arise (e.g., ship tests, packaging trials)

Forecasting, Reporting & Cost Management

• Work cross-functionally with other departments to maintain:
• COGS reporting
• Pack waste reporting
• Inventory and operational reporting dashboards
• Support forecasting through accurate execution and data hygiene
• Prepare ad hoc operational analyses as needed

New Item Setup & Product Data Management

• Own new item setup and ongoing management across all systems
• Manage:
• GS1 item setup
• Product information sheets
• MODUS item creation
• Warehouse item setup
• SPS/EDI operations ownership
• Lead pack brief creation, proofing, and supplier coordination
• Manage artwork workflows, including proofing and submissions with suppliers

Certifications, Compliance & Systems

• Own certification submission and ongoing management
• Maintain compliance documentation and system accuracy
• Serve as primary operational owner of EDI/SPS systems

Vendor & Partner Coordination

• Act as the day-to-day operations point of contact for:
• Co-packer
• Warehouses
• Packaging suppliers
• Amazon/VerDE operations partners
• Manage Amazon operations coordination with Verde
• Troubleshoot operational issues as they arise (ongoing monthly cadence at minimum)

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE / REQUIREMENTS

• 3–5 years of experience in CPG operations, supply chain, or manufacturing operations
• Strong experience with:
• Purchasing and vendor coordination
• Inventory management and reporting
• New item setup across ERP/WMS/EDI systems
• Familiarity with GS1, SPS/EDI, MODUS, and/or other warehouse systems
• High attention to detail with strong follow-through
• Ability to manage multiple moving parts in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communicator across operations, finance, and external partners

YOU ARE:

Operationally-minded with a strong sense of ownership, process-oriented and systems-minded, a strong project manager, and data-driven with strong reporting discipline.

DETAILS

• Location: Partake is a full-time remote organization. However, this candidate must live in or around the Boise, ID area with ability to travel as necessary multiple times a week.
• Competitive salary, bonus + equity opportunity
• Medical, vision, dental benefits

Partake Foods is committed to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Partake Foods will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities as needed.