PATH · 4 months ago
Senior Director of Operations
Montebello, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
5+ years expPATH is seeking a Senior Director of Operations to lead all aspects of operations and manufacturing, with additional oversight of supply chain and financial reporting functions. The key focus of this role is to ensure a safe work environment while consistently delivering high-quality products.
Food and BeverageSustainability
Responsibilities
Build and develop high-performing teams, fostering a culture of growth and collaboration that supports PATH’s scaling objectives
Establish and implement standard operating procedures to drive consistency and efficiency
Oversee manufacturing, logistics, quality, and demand planning functions
Manage relationships with co-manufacturing partners to ensure seamless collaboration and operational success
Take ownership of the P&L and operational budgets; identify cost-saving opportunities, implement robust planning processes, and deliver against financial targets
Develop and execute operational strategies to meet organizational performance goals
Design and implement systems, processes, and dashboards to track and improve operational KPIs
Monitor, measure, and report on key operational issues, opportunities, and performance metrics
Lead continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness
Manage the interface between demand and supply planning to ensure seamless execution
Oversee month-end inventory responsibilities, including reporting and reconciliation
Assist with financial planning and reporting, including forecasting, tracking, and operational analysis
Lead cross-functional teams and initiatives to drive collaboration and achieve company-wide goals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required; postgraduate education preferred
5–7 years of experience in the beverage, food, or CPG industry
Proven experience driving operational efficiencies in a manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability to manage suppliers, vendors, and third-party relationships effectively
Expertise in managing production processes to meet customer demand while maintaining optimal inventory levels
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams to achieve results
Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
Highly analytical and detail-oriented, with a proactive and problem-solving mindset
A positive, can-do attitude with a strong sense of initiative and the ability to anticipate and address challenges before they escalate
Benefits
401k with a 6% employer match
Flexible Time Off policy
12 company holidays + year-end company shutdown
Communications and wellness stipends
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Long-term and short-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Company
PATH
PathWater is to make sustainable as the go-to bottled water that helps break the addiction to single-use plastic bottled water.
51-200 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$32MKey Investors
Altos Ventures
2024-06-14Undisclosed
2022-09-29Series A· $30M
2022-09-20Secondary Market· $2M
Leadership Team
Shadi Bakour
Co-Founder & CEO
Recent News
2025-12-08
2025-12-07
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