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sourceM · 1 day ago

Director of Operations – CPG & Packaging

Los Angeles, CA

Full-time

Hybrid

Director/Executive

8+ years exp

sourceM is a rapidly growing product development and sourcing agency specializing in consumer-packaged goods and innovative packaging solutions. The role seeks an experienced operations leader to manage teams and oversee end-to-end execution in CPG and packaging environments, focusing on global sourcing, product development, and quality compliance.

AdvertisingPackaging ServicesProduct DesignProfessional Services

Responsibilities

Manage and mentor a team of product/project managers

Partner with internal and external resources to ensure manufacturability and compliance from concept to launch

Evaluate materials, packaging formats, and production methods for feasibility, cost efficiency, and sustainability

Oversee global sourcing strategies and supplier relationships

Optimize logistics, inventory management, and cost efficiencies

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure warehousing, fulfillment and import operations run smoothly to ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) seamless customer delivery

Enforce rigorous quality assurance and test protocols across all product categories

Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards (FDA, CPSC, REACH, Prop 65, etc.)

Oversee root cause analysis and the creation and implementation of corrective action plans

Lead product risk assessment reviews

Monitor vendor assessments

Assess projects for potential problems proactively avoiding them and/or quickly resolving them

Partner with the Vice President of Operations to build and refine SOPs, KPIs, and reporting systems to drive continuous improvement

Translate strategic initiatives into actionable operational plans with milestone tracking and accountability

Provide regular performance reports highlighting risks and opportunities

Qualification

Global sourcingProduct developmentQuality complianceSupply chain managementOperational excellenceAI integrationSustainability initiativesLeadershipCommunicationProject management

Required

8+ years of experience in operations, quality, or supply chain roles within CPG, packaging, or manufacturing

Record of preventing and solving problems

Deep knowledge of product testing, regulatory compliance, and quality systems

Proven track record in global sourcing and logistics

Demonstrated ability to understand client perspectives, set clear expectations, and tactfully resolve issues in a manner that preserves strong, collaborative relationships

Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills

Champion of AI/technology integration