About Weee!
Weee!
is the largest and fastest-growing ethnic e-grocer in the United States, operating in one of the largest underserved categories in retail with affordable access to exciting ethnic food.
By partnering with local suppliers, redesigning the value chain and leveraging social buying, Weee!
is reshaping the grocery business entirely.
You can read more about us on Business Insider, Reuters and TechCrunch.
Weee!
is headquartered in Fremont, CA, and is currently available coast to coast with exceptional growth (5x YoY) across geographies, categories and ethnicities.
We have raised $800M+ in funding to date from leading investors including Softbank Vision Funds, DST, Blackstone, Tiger Global, Lightspeed Ventures, Goodwater Capital, XVC and iFly.
The opportunity now is to join a rocketship as we prepare for the next stage of growth, and an eventual public listing.
About The Role
As Weee continues to grow, we need to build the supply chain network of the future!
We're looking for a Senior Manager, Network Planning & Middle Mile Logistics to help build out the logistics and supply chain network and answer the critical business questions regarding Supply Chain strategy.
Responsibilities
Develop and implement a comprehensive network strategy that aligns with the company's growth objectives, ensuring we can meet customer demand effectively
Build and lead a team of 3-5 members of network planning and logistics professionals, providing guidance, coaching, and mentorship
Manage transportation operations, including carrier relationships, route optimization, and cost control to ensure on-time deliveries and cost savings
Continuously identify areas for process improvement within the network to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs
Manage relationships with third-party logistics providers, carriers, and other partners to ensure service levels are met
Monitor and control operational expenses to meet budgetary goals while maintaining service quality
Conduct data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for optimization in supply chain operations
Evaluate and optimize inventory levels, distribution networks, and transportation routes to minimize costs and maximize operational efficiency
Build dashboards, self-service tools, and ad hoc reports to analyze and present data associated with business operations, and strategic decision making
Identify actionable insights, recommend business actions, and influence the direction of the business by effectively communicating metrics and results to stakeholders
Manage and drive the Sales & Operations Planning meetings
Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business, or a related field.
An advanced degree (e.g., MBA/MS) is preferred
At least 5-8 years of experience in supply chain management, with a minimum of 3-5 years in network planning and management, ideally in the grocery or e-commerce industry
Prior supervisory experience in leading team of analysts
Demonstrated ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data-driven insights to make strategic decisions
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment, adapting to changing market conditions and business needs
A strategic mindset with the ability to develop and execute long-term plans while balancing short-term priorities
Ability to design and create dashboards/visualizations using, e.g., Tableau (or similar)
High proficiency with SQL, and comfort with Python/R or any other scripting language
Preferred Qualifications:
Masters Degree in Business Administration/supply chain management/logistics, or a related field
Structured and organized thinker who can drive analytical projects to completion with minimal direction; intense analytical ability, attention to detail and ability to deep-dive when necessary
Excellent analytical, organizational, and written/verbal communication skills
Company Benefits:
Comprehensive health insurance package, including medical, dental, and vision
401k
Annual bonus plan
Vacation and holiday time off
Monthly mobile stipend
Monthly Weee!
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Valuable opportunity to grow into your dream role by contributing to a venture-backed startup in a high-growth stage
Compensation Range
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $135,000 -165,000
This role may be eligible to discretionary bonus, incentives and benefits
Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Softbank Vision Funds