Partner Operations Manager

Posted 15hrs ago

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Partner Operations Manager leading delivery-partner operations for Slate’s affordable, customizable vehicles. Managing specialists, partner performance, invoices, inventory, repairs, and cost improvement.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead a team of Regional Partner Operations Specialists
  • Support onboarding, performance management, and ongoing support of Vehicle Delivery Partners
  • Build a high-performing team supporting Delivery Partners
  • Serve as Slate’s primary point of contact for Delivery Partners
  • Coordinate with Fulfillment, Logistics, Service, Accessories, and other internal teams
  • Assist with vehicle and delivery issues and drive decision-making to improve delivery effectiveness
  • Develop and monitor Delivery Partner performance metrics
  • Address operational issues and optimize cost-effective solutions while maintaining high service levels
  • Validate and approve monthly Delivery Partner invoices against internal work records
  • Track monthly actual costs versus plan and recommend planning and process improvements
  • Implement and execute vehicle and material inventory reporting and cycle counting with Delivery Partners
  • Assist Delivery Partners with vehicle repairs required before customer delivery
  • Report to the Head of Sales Planning and Fulfilment

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or equivalent is preferred; hands-on experience and a proven track record of success may substitute
  • 5+ years of experience in vehicle delivery and/or automotive distribution, preferably directly working with OEMs or Dealers
  • Proven track record of overseeing a team of Regional Support Specialists
  • Proven track record overseeing relationships with third party service providers
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Strong problem solving capabilities with attention to detail
  • Comfortable in start-up environments
  • Experience with warehousing practices, material management, business planning, and financial implications
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with external partners and internal teams
  • Ability to effectively represent and promote the Slate brand
  • Experience with ERP systems and Project Management tools
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to travel up to 50%
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds
  • Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis
  • Visa sponsorship is unavailable

Benefits:

  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Vacation
  • 401k
  • Equity program eligibility
  • Discretionary annual incentive program eligibility