Operations Manager

About SAGE BrandsSAGE Brands is a lean, fast-moving lighting company with a global supply chain and a big product vision. With a tight-knit team every person here has meaningful ownership over their work — and this role is no exception. We're looking for a sharp, self-directed operations leader to keep our business running smoothly from the inside out.Role OverviewAs Operations Manager, you'll own the full operational backbone of SAGE Brands — from international logistics, purchasing, and supply chain to day-to-day business processes and cross-functional coordination. You'll be the connective tissue between our suppliers, freight partners, internal teams, and leadership, ensuring everything runs efficiently and nothing falls through the cracks.Key ResponsibilitiesLogistics & Freight• Manage international freight — ocean, air, and ground — for inbound product from overseas suppliers• Negotiate and maintain relationships with freight forwarders, brokers, and 3PLs• Optimize routing, timing, and cost across shipping lanes to ensure on-time delivery.• Own internal operations processes — including order management, inventory tracking, and SOP development — and serve as the operational hub for cross-functional coordination• Partner with finance on landed cost tracking, duty accruals, cash flow forecasting, and budget managementVendor & Supplier Management• Maintain and develop relationships with international suppliers and logistics partners• Track supplier performance against lead times, quality standards, and contractual obligations, and identify backup vendors to reduce single-source riskPurchasing• Own the purchasing process from PO creation through delivery confirmation for all product, materials, and operational supplies• Develop and maintain purchasing schedules aligned with inventory needs, sales forecasts, and lead times• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contract terms with domestic and international suppliersWhat We're Looking For• 5–8+ years of experience in operations management, supply chain, or international logistics• Hands-on experience with freight forwarding, customs brokerage, and import/export documentation• Experience managing vendor relationships across multiple geographies (Asia sourcing a strong plus)• Experience managing purchasing processes including PO management, supplier negotiation, and cost control• Strong organizational and project management skills — you track details without losing sight of the big picture• Comfort working independently in a small company environment• Proficiency with ERPs(Netsuite Preferred), TMS platforms, or operations tools; Excel/Google Sheets fluency required• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional and cross-border collaborationCompensation & BenefitsBase Salary$90,000 – $100,000 depending on experienceEmployment TypeFull-timeAdditional PerksPerformance bonus, Unlimited PTO, Yearly Wellness Benefit, Health Insurance