Bare Home · 19 hours ago
Supply Chain Operations Manager
Forest Lake, MN
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $115K/yr
5+ years expJP Ecommerce Inc. (dba Bare Home) is a rapidly growing textile retail company known for its high-quality bedding products. They are seeking a strategic Supply Chain Operations Manager to support their Logistics & Operations Director in managing international supply chain operations and optimizing costs while ensuring smooth container logistics and inventory fulfillment.
E-CommerceFurnitureRetailTextiles
Hiring Manager
William Y.
Responsibilities
Support the Logistics & Operations Director by taking on initiatives and helping manage the team's workflow
Think strategically about cost reduction and supply chain optimization opportunities
Evaluate strategic options when needed (3PL alternatives, temporary trailer storage, consolidation strategies)
Anticipate problems before they happen and implement solutions proactively
Work with senior leadership team on supply chain strategy and operations decisions
Manage container flows from overseas vendors in China, India, Pakistan, and Turkey
Understand daily warehouse capacity to process containers and optimize inbound flow to manage costs
Work with our teams in Pakistan, India, and China to solve vendor problems and hold vendors accountable
Keep vendors moving when they're delayed or behind in shipping finished products
Navigate customs documentation, compliance requirements, and freight forwarding coordination
Build and maintain relationships with international vendors to ensure on-time delivery
Understand how inventory flows across all locations: on-site warehouse, Amazon FBA/AWD, Walmart, Target, Canada
Know what we fulfill in-house vs. what goes to other channels and how it all comes together
Make strategic decisions on where to ship containers before issues arise
Monitor inventory levels across all channels to prevent stockouts and excess storage costs
Understand just-in-time (JIT) fulfillment principles and how e-commerce operations work
Read and interpret forecasting data from Excel sheets and forecasting tools
Use forecasting insights to prioritize buying and shipping decisions
Help the team move faster by understanding what needs to happen next based on demand signals
Coordinate with sourcing and buying teams on timing and priorities
Identify cost savings and cost avoidance opportunities across the supply chain
Conduct landed cost analysis to determine most cost-effective shipping and routing decisions
Analyze vendor payment terms and shipping methods to optimize costs
Track and reduce expenses across international shipping, warehousing, and fulfillment
Present data-driven recommendations to leadership on cost optimization initiatives
Work with warehouse team on container receiving schedules and capacity planning
Support 110,000+ square foot warehouse expansion project
Help manage inbound/outbound shipment flows to optimize warehouse efficiency
Coordinate between supply chain and warehouse operations to ensure smooth container processing
Touch nearly every aspect of the company—supply chain, forecasting, warehouse, sourcing, and fulfillment
Work across teams to solve problems and keep operations running smoothly
Be the 'supply chain hero' who jumps in to help wherever needed on a daily basis
Communicate effectively with senior leadership, warehouse operations, and overseas teams
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Operations Management, International Business, or related field
5+ years of experience in supply chain operations, international logistics, or global sourcing
Proven experience managing container flows from overseas manufacturers
Strong understanding of international supply chain operations including freight forwarding, customs, and vendor management
Advanced Excel skills required: pivot tables, VLOOKUP/INDEX-MATCH, complex formulas for data analysis
Ability to read and interpret forecasting data to prioritize buying and shipping decisions
Understanding of just-in-time (JIT) fulfillment and e-commerce operations
Experience with ERP systems (we use SellerCloud, transitioning to NetSuite)
Knowledge of warehouse capacity planning and container flow management
Familiarity with customs documentation, compliance requirements, and duty drawback programs
Strong cost analysis skills with ability to identify savings and optimization opportunities
Demonstrated ability to conduct landed cost analysis and make data-driven shipping decisions
Strategic thinker who can evaluate alternatives (3PL options, storage solutions, routing strategies)
Ability to anticipate problems and implement solutions before issues escalate
Understanding of how inventory flows across multiple fulfillment channels
Proactive problem-solver who sees issues coming and takes action
Strong sense of accountability with ability to hold vendors accountable for performance
Excellent communication skills for working with overseas teams and coordinating across departments
Growth mindset with eagerness to take on increasing responsibility
Positive attitude and adaptable team player who thrives in fast-paced environments
Currently live in Minnesota or the immediate surrounding area
Can reliably commute to our Forest Lake/Columbus location daily
Are available for in-person interviews at our office
Preferred
Background working with vendors in Asia (China, India, Pakistan) preferred
Experience with multi-channel fulfillment operations (Amazon FBA, retail fulfillment) highly valued
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Short-Term Disability (at no cost to employees)
Life Insurance starting at $25,000 (at no cost to employees, with option to purchase additional coverage)
Paid Family and Medical Leave Act (PFMLA) - Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
Paid Time Off and Holidays
Career advancement opportunities in rapidly growing company
Company
Bare Home
Bare Home is an online retailer that offers consumer home textiles and products like eco-friendly bedding to customers.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Josh Pribyl
Founder & CEO
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