Operations Senior Manager

This is a Full Time Job

Job Title: Senior Manager of Operations - Armand De Brignac

Armand de Brignac Champagne is seeking a Senior Manager of Operations who will report to the Finance Director. This position is based full-time in the New York City headquarters.

The Senior Manager of Operations plays a critical role in managing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain and operational functions within the wine and spirits industry. This includes production planning, inventory management, logistics, compliance, and distribution. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a deep understanding of the beverage alcohol industry, and the ability to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
• Oversee daily operational activities, including production, bottling, warehousing, and distribution.
• Develop and implement efficient workflows to improve productivity and reduce operational costs.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, marketing, and finance, to align operations with business goals.
• Manage the supply chain process from procurement to distribution, ensuring timely delivery of products.
• Close collaboration with finance to forecast monthly and annual production
• Manage POSM forecasting, ordering and shipments
• Optimize inventory levels to meet customer demand while minimizing holding costs.
• Partner with suppliers to secure raw materials and maintain quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local alcohol regulations.
• Maintain high-quality standards in production and packaging to meet brand specifications.
• Conduct regular audits and implement corrective actions as necessary.
• Oversee logistics and transportation to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of products.
• Partner with distributors and retailers to strengthen the supply chain network.
• Monitor and evaluate third-party logistics (3PL) providers to ensure performance metrics are met.
• Contributing to organizational plans and budgets.
• Develop and manage the operations budget, including cost forecasting and expense tracking.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiency.
• Analyze operational data to provide actionable insights for business growth.
• Lead, mentor, and develop operations team members to achieve their goals.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in the wines and spirits industry
• Proven track record in driving sales growth and operational efficiency.
• In-depth knowledge of the wines and spirits market, including trends, regulations, and competitors.

Skills and Competencies:
• Strong team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Strategic thinking with a results-driven approach.
• Analytical skills for financial and market data interpretation.
• Proficiency in CRM software and industry-specific tools such as Navigator and VIP/Idig
• Experience working with Park Street a plus

The expected compensation for this position is:

$140,000 - $160,000 (with a bonus potential of up to 20%)

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.