We provide operations, logistics & supply chain support to growth stage CPG brands that want to stay lean.  Our model allows brands to access the right amounts of support and the right level of seniority, without overpaying for underutilized, full time employees.

Support is customized to your needs, but most commonly includes: demand planning, inventory management, sourcing/procurement, shipping & freight coordination, supply planning, wholesale order management, 3PL management and strategic planning.

Sample clients: Mosh, Joyride Sweets, Cravings by Chrissy, Mela, Parks Project 

Bravo CPG

Outsourced operations management & COO-level support for growth stage CPG brands, for less than the cost of a FTE.

We are looking for an Operations Manager with 5-10 years of experience in operations, logistics and/or supply chain who has the ability to work on 1-4 client accounts at any given time. The ideal candidate is capable of handling multiple clients and projects simultaneously while balancing competing priorities and deadlines. This is a key role providing the ideal candidate with exposure to a diverse range of brands with the opportunity to directly impact their success. 
This is a remote, contracted 1099 position. 
RESPONSIBILITIES (varies by client)General list of responsibilities that will vary by client and will be clearly defined in each scope of work:
Own client engagements, manage client relationships, and produce successful outcomes for the client and Bravo CPGSupport Director of Operations and/or oversee Operations Associates and Operations Assistants on client engagementsRun supply planning for clients with established demand planning tools and S&OP processesManage wholesale order fulfillment from PO receipt to delivery, and, if required, invoicingCoordinate with external partners such as co-mans, suppliers, 3PLs & warehousesSource, procure and coordinate delivery of raw materials to manufacturing/coman facilities Track inventory of finished goods and components across multiple locationsCoordinate domestic and international freight, submitting RFQs to multiple partners to ensure best ratesBuild, write, and maintain SOPs for operational activitiesCreate and manage tools to help monitor and track operational KPIs (i.e. COGS, OTIF, etc.)Gather data and provide analysis and reporting to help make strategic decisionsContinuously improve operations, logistics and supply chain processesMaintain and help optimize operational models and tools 
SKILLS, QUALITIES, & REQUIREMENTSThe ideal candidate is/has… Personable, able to win client trust, and command the roomExtremely detail-orientedA self-starter and resourcefulA creative and proactive thinkerA strong and versatile communicatorA strong sense of ownership and integrityHumble and willing to learn, be coached, and ask for help when neededGreat time management and task prioritizationCreating order out of chaos and unknownsSeeks a flexible and remote work environmentInterested in growth stage companies and business strategyProficient in excel (can use common formulas like vlookup, if statements, index match, etc)Strong with data analysis and turning data points into useful information & recommendationsBachelor's degree5+ years of experience in operations, logistics or supply chain management in CPGAvailable a minimum of 15 hrs/week
ABOUT USBravo CPG provides fractional operations support to growth stage CPG brands. We serve as an extension of our clients’ teams, working with them at the tactical level to manage day-to-day operations so they can focus on running their business, and at the strategic level to help them make smart decisions and build strong, scalable processes. While many of our clients are in the food and beverage space, we work across consumer goods verticals and have supported over 220 brands including Joyride Sweets, Stiller’s Soda, MOSH, United Sodas of America, Parks Project, and more.