Logistics-Operations City Manager - East Region - Gesture

Job Title: Logistics-Operations City Manager - East Region

Location: In-Office NYC, New York Headquarters (NON-REMOTE)

Job Type: Full Time

About Us: 

Join Gesture and be a part of revolutionizing the logistical e-commerce and marketing technology industry, where innovation meets passion, and technology shapes the future of consumer-to-brand relationships. At Gesture, we're dedicated to helping our employees discover their passion and purpose while redefining the way people connect and celebrate special moments.

What we're looking for:

We're looking for a logistics and operations specialist to join our innovative team. In this role you will be responsible for overseeing the entire delivery fulfillment process, managing courier recruitment and field operations, and directly handling customer experience and service. This role ensures timely and efficient deliveries, resolves customer issues, and manages all logistics-related activities within the designated and assigned cities and serviceable markets. The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-focused, and has a strong background in logistics and operations skill set.

Delivery Fulfillment:

• Oversee and manage the end-to-end delivery fulfillment process to ensure timely and accurate deliveries.
• Monitor delivery performance and implement strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Collaborate with technology teams to optimize delivery routes and manage delivery timelines.

Courier Recruitment and Management:

• Lead the recruitment, training, and onboarding of new couriers to ensure a reliable and high performing delivery team.
• Develop and implement field management strategies to ensure couriers meet performance standards.
• Foster a positive working environment for couriers, ensuring clear communication, proper support, and performance feedback.

Logistics and Delivery Management:

• Coordinate logistics operations, including inventory management, distribution planning, and fleet management.
• Analyze logistics data to identify areas of improvement, implement best practices, and optimize resources.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant safety and operational regulations and standards.

Customer Experience and Service:

• Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, handling and resolving any delivery related issues or concerns.
• Work directly with customers to address order issues, provide updates, and ensure a high level of satisfaction.
• Gather customer feedback and implement improvements in the delivery process to enhance the customer experience.

Operational Efficiency:

• Continuously assess market needs and adjust operational strategies accordingly.
• Manage budget and resources effectively, ensuring cost effective operations.
• Report regularly on key performance indicators (KPIs) and operational metrics to senior management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Degree is preferred, but not necessary with the right experience.
• 2+ years of experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations management, with direct customer service responsibilities.
• Proven experience in managing delivery fulfillment and courier operations.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on team management and development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction.
• Proficient in logistics software and technology solutions.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a technology driven logistics environment.
• Familiarity with the local market and regulations related to logistics and delivery.
• Experience in directly managing customer relationships and resolving issues.
• We strongly encourage you to start by downloading our app at https://gestureapp.page.link/j... in addition, please visit gesture.vip at your earliest convenience.

Benefits:

• Compensation: Competitive salary, equity package and performance-based bonuses.
• Stock Options.
• Unlimited PTO and more 
• Health & Wellness Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance. Employer-provided Meal Plan
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Professional development: Support for ongoing learning and career growth.
• Work Environment: Positive, friendly, and collaborative atmosphere.

Applicant Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any relevant coursework or projects. In your cover letter, please emphasize your key skills, experiences, and the reasons you're drawn to this role.

Join us in driving operational excellence and success in the e-comm/mar-tech industry. We look forward to welcoming a motivated and talented professional to our team!

We strongly encourage you to start by downloading our app. In addition, please visit gesture.vip at your earliest convenience to learn more about the company.

Gesture is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The pay range for this role is in addition to commissions and bonuses. Actual compensation packages are based on several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to skill set, depth of experience, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. The total compensation package for this position may also include annual performance bonus, stock, benefits and/or other applicable incentive compensation plans.

Gesture has a KPI and Pacesetting culture. As such, we are seeking Sharp, Motivated, High-Performing team members.

The right candidate will experience the most success in this role, will have a START-UP mindset and is interested in growing with the company from a ground floor opportunity.