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Operations Manager

Careers Activate TalentRemote — Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya
Remote Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

Candidate must have a strong analytical mindset, with a proven ability to build and maintain complex Excel models for planning and financial analysis. A background in supply chain management or operations within the beauty sector is preferred. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential to effectively liaise with vendors and cross-functional teams.

About the job

At Careers Activate Talent, we are dedicated to providing expert operations and supply chain advisory services tailored for beauty brands aiming to scale with precision and dependability. Our partnerships with high-growth consumer brands focus on enhancing operational infrastructure, optimizing margin performance, and ensuring reliable product availability.

This role is situated in a dynamic, execution-oriented environment where attention to detail and accountability are paramount.

Position Overview

The Operations Manager plays a vital role in ensuring that our clients receive the right products in the right place at the right time. This hands-on position encompasses daily supply and material planning, purchasing execution, vendor coordination, data integrity, invoicing processes, and collaboration with logistics and fulfillment partners.

A primary responsibility includes maintaining inventory and safety stock targets while proactively managing financial exposure. The Operations Manager will oversee purchasing and invoicing workflows from initial review to executive approval, ensuring the accuracy of critical operational data such as item master records, BOMs, and product costs.

To succeed in this role, candidates must demonstrate strong analytical skills, proficiency in developing and managing Excel-based planning and financial models, and the ability to function effectively in capacity-constrained environments. The ideal candidate will possess a solid foundation in supply planning paired with a strong sense of ownership, meticulousness, and execution discipline.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Accountability

  • Maintain inventory and safety stock targets while managing product availability and inventory risk.
  • Facilitate regular cross-functional meetings to synchronize on priorities, risks, and constraints.

Supply & Material Planning

  • Oversee end-to-end supply and material planning to ensure on-time and in-full product availability across various channels.
  • Transform demand forecasts into actionable supply plans and production schedules for both components and finished goods.
  • Develop and sustain Excel-based models to forecast supply, evaluate capacity, and analyze inventory levels.
  • Monitor safety stock levels and adjust plans in response to shifts in demand or capacity.
  • Manage packaging and artwork transitions to mitigate inventory exposure and prevent stockouts or excess.
  • Collaborate with Product Development and Marketing teams regarding launch schedules and readiness.

Purchasing, Invoicing & Financial Oversight

  • Oversee purchasing activities to ensure they align with supply plans, budget constraints, and lead times.

About Careers Activate Talent

Careers Activate Talent is an innovative advisory firm specializing in operations and supply chain solutions for beauty brands. We pride ourselves on our commitment to helping businesses thrive by enhancing operational efficiencies and ensuring product availability.

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