Site Manager, Queens, #1025

Gopuff
Queens, NY
On-siteCareer-pivot friendly

Who this role is best for

Aimed at mid-level to senior operations leaders who can manage a blended workforce and drive process improvements.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with experience managing both W2 and 1099 teams in retail or logistics settings
    — “leading a blended workforce of W2 and 1099 employees”
  • Individuals with a background in inventory, delivery, or warehouse operations
    — “Plans, directs, and is accountable for all facility operations including, deliveries, inventory, equipment, and systems”
  • Professionals who thrive in high-pressure environments and have a track record of improving KPIs
    — “Drive improvements to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as: Order Picking Time, Order Dwell Time, Drive Time, Order Defect Rate, and Cost Per Order.”

Things to consider

  • Availability for late-night and weekend shifts is a key non-negotiable requirement
    — “be available during peak hours of operation (5pm - 3am) and availability to support facility on weekends and/or holidays as needed by the business”
  • This role demands physical stamina and the ability to lift up to 49 pounds
    — “Ability to lift up to 49 pounds”

How to stand out

  • Emphasize experience in safety and compliance management within operations teams
    — “Implementing and monitoring Safety and Human Resource compliance, asset protection, safety controls”
  • Showcase leadership in team development and conflict resolution within a fast-paced setting
    — “Strong skills with conflict resolution and team development and engagement”
  • Demonstrate fluency in Spanish if applicable, as it is a preferred skill
    — “Professional fluency in Spanish, preferred”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • drive improvements in KPIs
  • ensure compliance with policies
  • implement safety controls
Typical background
retail or equivalent experiencestrong leadership skills

Skills & requirements

Required

Facility OperationsTeam LeadershipPerformance ImprovementSafety ComplianceFinancial Management

Preferred

Change ManagementConflict Resolution

Stack & domain

TrainingCoachingSafety ComplianceFinancial PerformanceLeadershipTeam DevelopmentConflict ResolutionLogisticsRetailGrocery

About the role

Original posting from Gopuff via Lever

Gopuff is seeking a Site Manager to join the Field Operations team. We are looking for a self-starting and entrepreneurial leader. The Site Manager role is an exciting and fast-paced role within Gopuff that requires drive, grit, positivity, and enthusiasm for the challenge. In this role, you will lead a local team of Shift Leaders and Field Operations Associates overseeing the facility’s operations as well as a team of independent Driver Partners. 

Ultimately, the success of the territory rests on your shoulders and is determined by your ability to execute and effectively lead a team that is hyper-focused on delivering a perfect experience for our customers. We put our customers first. 

Gopuff is seeking a Site Manager to join the Field Operations team. We are looking for a self-starting and entrepreneurial leader. The Site Manager role is an exciting and fast-paced role within Gopuff that requires drive, grit, positivity, and enthusiasm for the challenge. In this role, you will lead a local team of Shift Leaders and Field Operations Associates overseeing the facility’s operations as well as a team of independent Driver Partners. 

Ultimately, the success of the territory rests on your shoulders and is determined by your ability to execute and effectively lead a team that is hyper-focused on delivering a perfect experience for our customers. We put our customers first. 

Responsibilities::

  • Plans, directs, and is accountable for all facility operations including, deliveries, inventory, equipment, and systems
  • Drive improvements to key performance indicators (KPIs) such as: Order Picking Time, Order Dwell Time, Drive Time, Order Defect Rate, and Cost Per Order.
  • Training and coaching associates in the facility to work safely while following all standard work and processes.
  • Accountable to drive the financial performance of the site by ensuring that budgeted productivity, labor, and other expenses are achieved
  • Responsible for ensuring compliance with Gopuff and legal policies, procedures, and regulations for the warehouse by analyzing and interpreting reports
  • Implementing and monitoring Safety and Human Resource compliance, asset protection, safety controls, overseeing the safety of our people and products, operational and quality assurance reviews
  • Develop and implement action plans to improve performance, providing direction and guidance on executing Company programs and directing the management team in ensuring confidentiality of information, documentation and assigned records
  • Create and implement plans to improve the safety, culture and financial performance  of the facility 

Qualifications::

3+ years of experience with a fast-paced environment and leading a blended workforce of W2 and 1099 employees.

Retail, grocery, military, restaurant or equivalent experience

Bachelor’s degree, preferred

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Strong skills with conflict resolution

Strong skills with team development and engagement

Proficiency in computer usage, email, and Google Suite

Ability to lead in an ever-changing environment

Proven track record of being a change agent with improving processes and efficiencies

Ability to work with fluid schedules; be available during peak hours of operation (5pm - 3am) and availability to support facility on weekends and/or holidays as needed by the business

Ability to stand, bend, reach and walk during shifts

Ability to lift up to 49 pounds

Professional fluency in Spanish, preferred

At Gopuff, we know that life can be unpredictable. Sometimes you forget the milk at the store, run out of pet food for Fido, or just really need ice cream at 11 pm. We get it—stuff happens. But that’s where we come in, delivering all your wants and needs in just minutes.

And now, we’re assembling a team of motivated people to help us drive forward that vision to bring a new age of convenience and predictability to an unpredictable world.

Like what you’re hearing? Then join us on Team Blue.

Gopuff is an equal employment opportunity employer, committed to an inclusive workplace where we do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, gender, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or familial status, age, ancestry, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We believe in diversity and encourage any qualified individual to apply.

Source: Gopuff careers (Lever)

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