Kae Capital - Operations Manager - Consignments Planning & Operations - ONWO Trade

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and resourceful - Operations Manager- to oversee and optimize our consignment operations. This role involves day-to-day planning, problem-solving, and ensuring the smooth execution of ongoing consignments. You will also play a key role in high-level financial planning, ensuring operational efficiency and effective working capital management.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Operations Management:

- Manage and adjust schedules for in-progress consignments to ensure timely delivery.

- Coordinate with suppliers, logistics providers, and customers to resolve any operational challenges.

- Maintain real-time visibility into consignment progress and proactively address potential bottlenecks.

- Communicate effectively across teams to ensure alignment on goals and deliverables.

2. Financial Planning and Management:

- Conduct high-level performance reviews of operational activities.

- Analyze incoming orders, expected payments, and outgoing expenses to ensure financial stability.

- Develop an order execution plan considering working capital availability.

- Collaborate with finance and procurement teams to prioritize supplier payments and maintain positive cash flow.

3. Problem Solving and Hustling:

- Demonstrate agility in responding to unforeseen challenges and operational roadblocks.

- Think on your feet to make quick, effective decisions.

- Continuously seek improvements in operational processes.

4. Communication and Availability:

- Be readily available to address operational issues as they arise.

- Maintain constant communication with relevant stakeholders to ensure smooth execution.

- Adapt to a non-traditional work schedule that requires flexibility and availability beyond regular business hours.

Qualifications:

- Proven experience in operations management, logistics, or supply chain management of at least 2 years+.

- Strong project management skills with the ability to juggle multiple priorities.

- Experience in financial planning or operations-related finance management.

- Exceptional problem-solving skills and a passion for navigating complex challenges.

- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-touch environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Experience in the commodities, food, or logistics industry of at least 3 years+

- Understanding of working capital management and financial forecasting.

- Familiarity with operational management tools and systems.

What We Offer:

- A collaborative and fast-paced work environment.

- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.

- Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.