Senior Supply and Inventory Manager San Francisco, CA - Lob

Description

Role Our goal at Lob is to surface complex, real-world infrastructure to businesses of all sizes via modern technology products. Lobs Partner Org owns the entire supply side of the business -- specifically the global ecosystem of partners that power Lobs API solutions.

The Partner Org is responsible for building relationships within the print and postal industries to develop a deep understanding of key industry players, supply chain best practices, and market trends. On a more tactical level, the team leverages rigorous operations management principles to derive and manage metrics like quality, speed, deliverability, and cost -- all in service of delivering a world-class experience for Lobs customers. Partner Operations insights from downstream operating practices are then used to drive our core product roadmap.

As the Senior Supply and Inventory Manager, youll be responsible for operating Lobs newly formed US Supply Delivery Network (SDN) and leading a team of senior team resources, in collaboration with external partners, to drive Lobs market dominance in the US.

You will need to build instincts and insight around trends in supply and demand, and drive the performance of our partner ecosystem based on those trends. This role will require you to set expectations at the team and executive level, and influence operating practices internally and externally. It requires a unique mix of decision-making rigor, strong people management skills, and executive presence. This is an intense, business-side role which has a direct impact on the growth and scalability of Lobs platform.

We offer remote working opportunities in AZ, CA, CO, DC, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, and WA. You can also work onsite at our San Francisco headquarters.

**As a Senior Supply and Inventory Manager, youll...**

Build and develop a world class supply management team that can accelerate Lobs footprint in the US

Collaborate with Lobs leadership to set our US SDN expansion strategy for the next 2 years

Develop processes that enable your team to grow Lobs supply network, establish operational excellence, and manage ongoing performance of US vendor-partners

Lead cross-functional teams to craft new partnerships that directly impact Lobs top-level business objectives

Establish a strong understanding of business models, evaluate tradeoffs, and communicate financial implications effectively across the organization

**For this role, were looking for...**

Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence

Strong people management skills with an aptitude for coaching and team development

Experience procuring, scaling, and managing an ecosystem of supply side partnerships

Experience developing long-term partner relationships (preferably product-facing) that drive company performance

Experience working with Product and Engineering teams to launch new products, features, or functionality

Strong negotiation and deal-making skills

An operations mindset and ability to make data-driven decisions

Intellectual curiosity and relentless attitude towards problem-solving

**Our team loves working at Lob because...**

Lob was built by technical co-founders with a . We offer two flagship APIs (print & mail and address verification)

Our business model is incredibly sustainable and Lob has thousands of customers ranging from startups to Fortune 100 companies. Customers use Lobs suite of APIs to mail fully dynamic and personalized customer communications with print media

, we have the funding to invest in fast growth

We are a dynamic and passionate team distributed around the US with HQ in San Francisco. We value hard work, collaboration, and people who are in it for the journey, not the destination

**Perks**

Health benefits for you and your dependent(s)

Medical Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Unlimited vacation policy

Wellness program (includes monthly stipend or free Barrys Bootcamp classes)

Paid parental leave

401K

Commuter & Parking benefits (includes monthly stipend) for those based out of our San Francisco office

Free lunch, snacks and dinner when working at our San Francisco office

Dog-friendly San Francisco office

Allowance for in-person team meetings (all flights and accommodations covered) for those not based out of our San Francisco office

Home-office setup and phone/internet stipend for those not based out of our San Francisco office

Ground floor opportunity as an early member of the Lob team; youll directly shape the direction of our company

**Our Commitment to Diversity**

Lob is an equal opportunity employer and of to cultivate an environment of understanding to have greater impact on our business and customers. We encourage under-represented groups to apply and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or criminal history in accordance with local, state, and/or federal laws, including the .

#86 on Y Combinator's Top Private Companies List 2021

BuiltIn Best Midsize Companies to Work For 2021

2020 Inc 5000 List of the Fastest-Growing Private Companies

2019 Timmy Awards - Best Tech Workplace for Diversity, Community Favorite in the Bay Area

Deloittes 2019 Technology Fast 500

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**Senior Supply and Inventory Manager**

San Francisco, CA (HQ) & Remote

Our goal at Lob is to surface complex, real-world infrastructure to businesses of all sizes via modern technology products. Lobs Partner Org owns the entire supply side of the business -- specifically the global ecosystem of partners that power Lobs API solutions.

The Partner Org is responsible for building relationships within the print and postal industries to develop a deep understanding of key industry players, supply chain best practices, and market trends. On a more tactical level, the team leverages rigorous operations management principles to derive and manage metrics like quality, speed, deliverability, and cost -- all in service of delivering a world-class experience for Lobs customers. Partner Operations insights from downstream operating practices are then used to drive our core product roadmap.

As the Senior Supply and Inventory Manager, youll be responsible for operating Lobs newly formed US Supply Delivery Network (SDN) and leading a team of senior team resources, in collaboration with external partners, to drive Lobs market dominance in the US.

You will need to build instincts and insight around trends in supply and demand, and drive the performance of our partner ecosystem based on those trends. This role will require you to set expectations at the team and executive level, and influence operating practices internally and externally. It requires a unique mix of decision-making rigor, strong people management skills, and executive presence. This is an intense, business-side role which has a direct impact on the growth and scalability of Lobs platform.

We offer remote working opportunities in AZ, CA, CO, DC, GA, IL, MA, MD, MI, MN, NC, NV, NY, OR, PA, TX, UT, and WA. You can also work onsite at our San Francisco headquarters.

**As a Senior Supply and Inventory Manager, youll...**

Build and develop a world class supply management team that can accelerate Lobs footprint in the US

Collaborate with Lobs leadership to set our US SDN expansion strategy for the next 2 years

Develop processes that enable your team to grow Lobs supply network, establish operational excellence, and manage ongoing performance of US vendor-partners

Lead cross-functional teams to craft new partnerships that directly impact Lobs top-level business objectives

Establish a strong understanding of business models, evaluate tradeoffs, and communicate financial implications effectively across the organization

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