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Operations Manager
Job in
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-25
Listing for:
ForceBrands
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-25
Job specializations:
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Business
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Operations Manager -
Supply Chain/Logistics
Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Onsite requirement: four days a week near Goose Island.
Responsibilities- Own end-to-end order flow across the supply chain, from customer POs through production, fulfillment, and invoicing
- Ensuring accuracy, timing, and execution across distributors, retailers, and internal teams
- Manage inventory and materials planning in the ERP (Cin7), including raw materials tracking, lead times, reorders, and ensuring the right inventory levels without over-tying cash.
- Serve as a primary operational point of contact with distributors and retail partners (UNFI, KeHE, Costco, Walmart via RJW, and select direct retailers), including reviewing, adjusting, and confirming POs
- Coordinate with production facilities and co-mans, supporting order placement, material flow, and execution across multiple operating models (turnkey and partially managed).
- Oversee logistics and freight execution, including distributor pickups and managed freight when required, handling issues as they arise and navigating the inevitable chaos with confidence
- Support higher-level operational planning, including basic demand planning inputs, monthly COGS review through the ERP, and identifying outliers or issues that need correction
- Identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities, from sourcing and supplier negotiations to packaging, materials, and operational processes
- Strong logistics and supply chain operator with hands-on experience managing ERP systems, distributor orders, inventory, and buyer communication
- Financially aware and detail-oriented, with an eye for inventory efficiency, cash flow impact, and cost optimization, not just ordering what the spreadsheet says, but understanding what actually makes sense
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