Operations Project Manager (Phoenix)

Role Overview

Reports To: Director of Logistics

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Travel: 15%

Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7 am – 4 pm or 8 am – 5 pm

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $50,000-$55,000 per year

Incentive Pay: Quarterly Bonus

Benefits Summary: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) profit sharing, Vacation, Holidays, Floating Holidays, Company-paid LTD and life insurance, and Sick leave.

The Role

The Operations Project Manager will oversee and manage full item life cycle(s) processes, coordinating timelines with cross-functional project teams. This includes but is not limited to item commercialization, sales analytics, inventory management, and demand planning, with a strong overall emphasis on robust soft skills and customer service

Key Responsibilities

• Timeline Management: Develops, leads and maintains operational timelines and constantly coordinates with all stakeholders to communicate the next step to ensure completion.
• Meet Critical Deadlines: Take ownership of deadlines to ensure timely completion of all key tasks.
• Sales Analysis: Responsible for using NPE templates to analyze sales data and trends. It is the responsibility of the Logistics Manager to use this data to identify the +/- of each item’s performance and proactively work with internal sales and external merchants on action items that are derived from the sales data.
• Inventory Management: Responsible for managing inventory to an exact WOS at the warehouse(s), DC’s and store level using all applicable sales metrics available to NPE.
• Autonomy: Goal is to have the team member fully responsible for decision making for the assigned Accounts/programs/vendors.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience in Product Management, Supply Chain, Project Management, Product Development, or Sales Analysis; CPG/Food Industry preferred
• Bachelor's degree preferred. Note: experience is considered more valuable than a degree for this role.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook)

Knowledge

• Product Development & Supply Chain: Strong knowledge of product development processes, supply chain management, and risk management principles. (Focused Innovation)
• Policy Adherence: Follow established policies and procedures to ensure accurate data validation and management. (Honesty & Integrity)
• Continuous Improvement: Seek opportunities to enhance processes and improve every department while upholding the company's Vision and Values. (Focused Innovation | Co-Create Success)

Skills

• Customer-First Mindset: Demonstrate a genuine can-do attitude when responding to requests and taking on projects, treating both internal teams and external partners as valued customers. Approach each interaction with a solutions-oriented outlook — finding a way forward rather than a reason to pause. (Customer Service | Co-Create Success)
• Communication Excellence: Exhibit strong interpersonal skills through exceptional oral, written, and presentation communication; ability to express complex matters in clear, understandable language while engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels. (Customer Service | Mutual Trust & Respect)
• Critical Thinking and Problem Solving: Apply analytical skills, critical thinking, and a commitment to continuous learning to resolve challenges effectively. (Focused Innovation | NPE Spirit)

Abilities

• Service-Oriented Accountability: Take ownership of requests and follow through with urgency and positivity, ensuring both internal stakeholders and external partners feel supported and prioritized at every stage of a project. (Customer Service | Be the Change You Seek)
• Collaborative Support: Clear obstacles, articulate a shared vision, and help the team work cohesively towards common goals. (Mutual Trust & Respect | Co-Create Success)
• Growth Mindset: Willingness to continuously learn, acquire new skills, and embrace change to grow personally and professionally. (NPE Spirit | Be the Change You Seek)

Hiring Process

Our process may include application review, interviews, assessments, reference checks, and a conditional offer.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any legally protected status.

Accommodation Statement

Applicants needing accommodation during the hiring process may contact human resources @ [email protected].

Work Authorization

Employment is contingent upon the ability to work lawfully in the United States and completion of employment eligibility verification after hire.

Background Check / Drug Testing

Employment offers may be contingent upon job-related screening, where permitted by law.

At Will Employment

Employment with Next Phase Enterprises is at-will, meaning either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, unless otherwise required by applicable law.

This job posting is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the role. The company reserves the right to modify this description at any time.