Operations Manager

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Swyft is a software-enabled B2B marketplace that enables any sized merchant, brand or retailer with same and next-day delivery at rates comparable to 2+ day delivery. Our mission is to create magical delivery experiences for shoppers & help merchants grow sales with the most scalable and flexible same/next-day delivery service. 

We aren’t just a shipping and logistics company, we are building the data and framework layer for how a trillion parcels will move within hundreds of cities. Swyft is air traffic control for parcels routed from your favorite store to your door, and you can help us realize this vision. Founded in April 2020, we are fueled by creating delightful customer and employee experiences through an experimental and data-driven approach. We’ve recently raised over $20M and are backed by the world’s best investors including Inovia Capital, Forerunner Ventures, Golden Ventures, Trucks VC, and Shopify. 

As the Operations Manager, you will oversee the Operations Coordinators and coordinate daily pick up and delivery of parcels. Your goal is to make the end consumer smile by ensuring their parcels are delivered on time and with quality.  You will work closely with the Swyft Marketplace and Merchant Success Team, and its vendors to deliver a stellar delivery experience. 

Your Responsibilities

  • Manage the entire delivery operations team in Swyft’s current and future markets, including day to day troubleshooting and iterating new workstreams
  • Execute productivity plans through forecast reviews, determining productivity requirements, and partnering with other Leaders to load balance
  • Create exceptional delivery experiences for customers and drivers by building Ops processes for onboarding, communication, and troubleshooting
  • Manage key daily metrics such as on-time delivery, claim rate, and cost per parcel by evaluating the current state and implement improvement processes.  
  • Dive deep into daily tasks to streamline overall productivity and minimize operational risks. 
  • Implement creative solutions to support the GMV growth for Swyft.
  • Leverage reporting and analytics to create plans or new workstreams to improve operational efficiency.
  • Build and train the team to be exceptional

About You

  • 5+ years of operations experience in logistics, supply chain or last-mile delivery that combines day-to-day execution with strategic planning and project management.
  • 3+ years of experience building and managing teams in operations heavy technology businesses. 
  • Proven experience in creating and implementing growth plans, and holding others accountable. 
  • Extreme attention to detail, and a strong understanding of how to leverage data and running an operation that is guided by metrics.
  • You have a builder’s mentality for tools, processes, and people.
  • You have entrepreneurial DNA - you're excited to build a business from the ground up, are comfortable making decisions in the face of ambiguity, and aren't discouraged by the inevitable challenges that will arise along the way


At Swyft, we are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. We provide equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees. We do not discriminate based on any legally-protected class or characteristic. Employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please let the recruiting team know.


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