Area Manager II - Shift 3

About the position

As an Area Manager II, you will lead and manage multiple teams responsible for achieving operational goals and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. You'll oversee the effectiveness of Fulfillment Center strategies and ensure the quality of your team's deliverables. This role is pivotal in driving team success, promoting a culture of inclusion, and aligning your team's efforts with broader organizational objectives. You'll leverage your knowledge and leadership to optimize operations, manage risks, and support your team's growth and development.

Responsibilities

• Have managerial oversight of a team responsible for achieving operational goals and fostering strong stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure the effective implementation of Fulfillment Center strategies and maintain the highest quality standards in team deliverables.
• Foster a positive and inclusive work environment aligned with Thrive Market's core values.
• Recognize and celebrate team achievements, promoting a culture of excellence and belonging.
• Prioritize operational excellence by optimizing team metrics, processes, and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with policies and allocate resources effectively to set up operational metrics.
• Identify and address root causes, automate where possible, and focus on projects that enhance deliverable quality and team environment.
• Coach and develop your team to encourage skill growth, independent decision-making, and active participation in discussions.
• Assign tasks strategically to stretch and develop team members, and review work to ensure consistency, accuracy, and alignment with goals.
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks, resolve blockers, and manage team commitments.
• Maintain open and transparent communication with partner teams, stakeholders, and management.
• Audit performance to ensure effective results and make data-driven decisions.
• Gain a deep understanding of the products your team works with and foster collaborative relationships with partner teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or 5+ years of leadership experience in Fulfillment, Distribution, or Warehouse operations.
• Advanced functional knowledge of supply chain management, including fulfillment, procurement, transportation, and warehousing.
• Proven experience in managing teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving strategic initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage complex problems, mitigate risks, and make strategic trade-offs.
• Experience in coaching, developing team members, and fostering a culture of inclusion and collaboration.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, and disability)
• Competitive pay + equity
• Opportunities for advancement with training programs
• Coverage for Life Coaching & Therapy Sessions on our holistic mental health and well-being platform
• Free Thrive Market membership and discount on private label products
• Casual atmosphere and great people to work with