Position Title:  Operations Manager
Reports To:  VP People + Ops
Department: Operations
Location: Sun Valley, ID (Relocation assistance provided)

Wild Rye!  

Wild Rye is a growing B-Corp certified, woman-owned brand based in Sun Valley, ID. We are dedicated to crafting beautiful and technical outdoor apparel for all who identify as women, that inspires confidence and welcomes more women into the outdoors. We’re committed to protecting the places we play through a sustainably minded approach to product development, supply chain and our operations and have ongoing commitments to 1% for the Planet, Climate Neutral and POW. 

You!

We’re seeking an Operations Manager who is equal parts strategist and doer. This role is deeply data-driven and requires expertise in data analysis, forecasting, and systems management. The ideal candidate has several years of operations and supply chain experience but thrives in a small-company setting where adaptability, collaboration, and hands-on execution are essential.

You will manage our end-to-end supply chain and operations—including forecasting, inventory, logistics, and vendor relationships—while also becoming a “super-user” of our ERP and other systems. This role demands someone who loves diving into spreadsheets, dashboards, and KPIs, but also enjoys building processes, negotiating with partners, and making sure product gets where it needs to go, on time.

As a part of the Wild Rye team, you will be expected to wear many hats, so please be aware that job function will grow and evolve with our brand growth, so flexibility is a must! This is a great opportunity to get your foot in the door, learn and grow with a high-growth, women-led outdoor brand. Passion for the Wild Rye lifestyle and for elevating women in the outdoors & in business is a must. Wild Rye deeply values diversity and inclusivity, we strongly encourage traditionally under-represented folks to apply. 

Essential Responsibilities:

- Data & Forecasting: Build and maintain demand forecasts and supply plans by channel using historical data, trends, and revenue goals.
- Own product SKU and UPC data creation and inventory data in ERP/B2B systems.
- Supply Chain & Logistics: Manage relationships with factories, mills, suppliers, freight forwarders, and 3PL partners. Oversee purchasing, production timelines, inbound/outbound logistics, and customs documentation.
- Inventory Management: Lead inventory lifecycle management, audits, and reporting. Develop strategies for overages, obsolescence, and margin improvement working closely with Sales and Ecommerce teams.
- Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies, design solutions, and implement processes that improve cost, speed, and quality across the organization.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Product, Sales, and DTC teams to align supply with demand, pricing, manage surcharges and shipping costs, and optimize margins.
- Go To Market: Critical role in GTM process working with all departments creating standardized, repeatable processes for bringing products to market.
- Compliance & Quality: Ensure regulatory compliance and manage quality control via third-party partners.
- Player-Coach Mindset: Balance long-term strategic planning with willingness to handle tactical, day-to-day operations as part of a lean team.
- Champion Wild Rye Sustainability efforts: integrating eco-friendly practices across day-to-day processes, such as procurement, production, logistics, and facilities management.

As a small team, this role will be a swiss army knife-like team player—no task is too big or too small. Role will support all departments as the data wizard, master of our systems, and other one-off projects as they arise including potential travel to support Wild Rye events.

Qualifications:

- 5+ years of operations, supply chain, or logistics management experience with physical products (apparel experience preferred).
- Proven data expertise: highly proficient in Excel, PowerBI (or similar), ERP/B2B systems, and demand planning tools.
- Strong analytical skills; ability to translate complex data into actionable insights for non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated success in managing vendor/partner relationships and negotiating contracts.
- Proactive, detail-oriented, and solution-focused mindset.
- Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
- Strong project management skills (Asana expert a plus).
- Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment while prioritizing and managing multiple projects.

Benefits

- Competitive Pay: 70-90K+ DOE
- Comprehensive health insurance benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid parental leave
- Flexible work schedule with powder clause and lunch rides
- 8-10 paid holidays per year
- Flexible PTO with prior approval by supervisor
- Paid volunteer time
- Employer sponsored professional development and growth opportunities
- Relocation assistance if relevant
- Access to outdoor industry discounts
- Wild Rye product & discounts!

Work Where You Play:
Our HQ is based in Ketchum/Sun Valley, Idaho—home to epic singletrack, wild rivers, lift-access and backcountry skiing, and a lively outdoor community. Join a team of passionate women (and a few men!) committed to creating a more inclusive and inspired outdoor space for all. This is an in house role based in Sun Valley, Idaho. 

To Apply: send your resume, cover letter, and portfolio (if applicable) to careers@wild-rye.com. Tell us why you're the right fit for this role and for Wild Rye!

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees, but are not a complete list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.