Director of Operations

Director of Operations

📍 Somerville, MA (Hybrid – 2+ days/week in office)

About Janji
Janji makes the best gear for the longest distances — apparel built to inspire exploration and connect the global running community. Based in Somerville, MA, we’re an independent, mission-driven running brand dedicated to transporting runners farther.

The Role
We’re looking for a Director of Operations to oversee Janji’s global supply chain, costing, and inventory management. This role ensures our product moves efficiently from factory to customer — on time, on cost, and with industry leading quality.

You’ll lead the operational engine behind Janji’s growth: from vendor management and demand planning to warehouse coordination and process improvement. You’ll balance analytical rigor with a startup’s bias for action, building scalable systems that keep our supply chain running smoothly as we expand.

Responsibilities

Supply Chain Management

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations — from factory production schedules to last-mile fulfillment.
• Optimize vendor performance, lead times, and logistics to ensure on-time delivery and high quality.
• Partner with our product and development teams to forecast capacity and align seasonal timelines.
   

Costing & Margin Optimization

• Own cost negotiations with factory partners to meet margin goals.
• Build and maintain detailed costing models across product categories.
• Identify efficiency gains across materials, packaging, and freight.

Inventory Planning & Management

• Lead inventory strategy, balancing stock availability with cash-flow efficiency.
• Partner with finance and marketing to align buy plans with business objectives.
  Manage warehouse relationships (3PL) to maintain accuracy and increase efficiency.
   

Operational Systems & Process Improvement

• Implement tools and workflows that streamline operations and improve visibility.
• Establish KPIs for supply chain performance, inventory turns, and landed margin.
• Drive continuous improvement in quality control, compliance, and sustainability standards.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or production management (apparel or consumer goods preferred).
• Strong background in costing, forecasting, and logistics.
• Experience managing vendor relationships across multiple regions.
• Highly analytical and comfortable with ERP, inventory, and reporting systems.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate cross-functionally.
• A passion for running, travel, and building an adventurous brand is a plus.
   

Why Janji
At Janji, we believe running is a gateway to exploration and human connection. You’ll join a close-knit, creative team building a purpose-driven brand.