Farmer's Fridge · 3 hours ago
Director, Special Operations
Chicago, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $160K/yr
6+ years expFarmer's Fridge is a company dedicated to making fresh, healthy meals accessible through innovative vending solutions. The Director of Special Operations will act as a strategic partner to the COO and the Supply Chain leadership, coordinating cross-functional projects and ensuring alignment on key priorities to enhance operational performance.
Consumer GoodsDeliveryFood and BeverageHandmadeRestaurantsSnack Food
Responsibilities
Partner with the COO and Supply Chain leadership team to coordinate goals, priorities, and OKRs across Manufacturing, Fulfillment, Procurement, Quality & Food Safety, and Commercialization
Support the execution of major initiatives by coordinating across teams, managing timelines, and ensuring follow-through on key actions
Lead program management and strategic project execution for the Supply Chain organization, maintaining visibility and accountability for key deliverables
Manage continuous improvement projects that enhance operational performance and enable growth
Step into functional areas when resource constraints or operational challenges arise to stabilize performance and provide structure and focus
Coordinate quarterly OKR check-ins and progress reviews to ensure accountability, alignment, and consistent execution
Partner with functional leaders to identify risks and inefficiencies early, helping to prevent issues and supporting recovery plans when problems occur
Support the COO with strategic planning, business reviews, and preparation of materials for executive and board-level discussions
Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the Supply Chain and Commercialization teams
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 6 years of experience in operations, supply chain, consulting, or a related field
Proven experience in project and program management, continuous improvement, and cross-functional coordination
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex situations and act decisively
Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills
Demonstrated success in supporting change management and improving organizational execution
Ability to adapt quickly, assess challenges, and help teams regain clarity and momentum
High emotional intelligence and sound judgment, with the ability to influence and drive alignment across teams
Preferred
MBA or equivalent experience preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (multiple plans available)
401(k) with immediate employer match vesting
Paid time off (including vacation, sick leave, and holidays)
Paid sabbatical after 5 years of service
Employee discounts
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Company
Farmer's Fridge
Farmer’s Fridge provides an automated smart fridge that serves salads, bowls, snacks, and more.
201-500 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2022 (3)
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$121.51MKey Investors
Cleveland AvenueSemillero PartnersGroundForce Capital
2022-09-26Series E· $20M
2021-08-16Series D· $17.5M
2021-01-01Private Equity
Leadership Team
Luke Saunders
Founder/CEO
Recent News
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2025-09-24
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