Central Operations Manager - NABIS

About Nabis

Nabis is the #1 Licensed Cannabis B2B Platform in the world with the largest portfolio of cannabis brands, supplying over 300 brands to 99% of California's dispensaries and delivery services. Our mission is to empower the world to discover cannabis by providing choice, access, and innovation.

Our team, backed by Y-Combinator and from a celebrity roster of tech executives, including Doordash co-founder Stanley Tang, Gmail creator Paul Buchheit, and Twitch cofounder Justin Kan, is scaling the cannabis supply chain with technology with the ultimate goal of becoming the largest distributor of cannabis products in the world.

The Role
Nabis is seeking a Central Operations Manager to support the New York state expansion as well as oversee current warehouse operations across the state. This role will focus on managing and enhancing operational workflows and client relations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, strategic, and data-driven with excellent leadership skills, and is adept in accounting, P&L management, logistics, and warehouse operations. 

The Central Operations Manager will be tasked with meeting tight deadlines, and evolving requirements while managing a fleet of vehicles and maintaining operational KPIs aimed at productivity, sustainability, and high touch customer service. Reporting directly to the COO, this pivotal role contributes significantly to Nabis's operational efficiency and expansion of service through the refinement and implementation of operational standards and processes.

Responsibilities

• Ownership of ops-related initiatives fueling New York expansion and growth.
• Support oversight of daily operations of the central distribution center, including inventory management, order fulfillment, logistics, and compliance with cannabis regulations.
• Implement and maintain well-documented operational best practices, optimizing processes for efficiency and scalability.
• Collaborate with senior management to align central operations with strategic business goals.
• Develop, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure operational performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Maintain quality and safety standards by ensuring teams are trained on company policies, standards, and procedures.
• Coordinate with the sales, procurement, technology, and finance departments to ensure seamless supply chain management.
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding cannabis distribution, including inventory tracking and reporting.
• Manage relationships with vendors and other supply chain partners.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging technology and data analytics to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
• Support discovery and go-to-market efforts for new-state expansion and in-state product expansion.
• Ownership of New York Project Management list. Approve, prioritize, consult, and/or own all projects across New York as well as support other Nabis operational projects. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related analytical field.
• 5+ years of experience in operations management, preferably in a highly regulated industry
• Strong experience in operational leadership roles managing both on-site and remote teams at companies with complex and high-growth in-person markets, with direct ownership of a P&L 
• Detail oriented, process improvement focused, self motivated, and energetic, with the drive and ability to learn new skills and grow with the role
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Proficiency in Excel and the capability to conduct complex analysis using modeling techniques
• Strong understanding of cannabis distribution regulations and compliance requirements a plus
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and supply chain management software
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and navigate complex regulatory environments

WHY YOU'LL LOVE WORKING AT NABIS!

• You'll work at the fastest growing cannabis startup in the U.S.
• Medical/Dental/Vision offered to all full-time employees: 75% of employee premium paid by Nabis
• Competitive salary between $70K - $100K depending on experience along with 401k

Nabis is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Nabis is seeking to create a diverse work environment because all teams are stronger with different perspectives and life experiences. We strongly encourage women, people of color, LGBTQIA individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, older members of society, and others from minority groups and diverse backgrounds to apply. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employees and contractors of Nabis are responsible for maintaining a work culture free from discrimination and harassment by treating others with kindness and respect.