Kiva Brands, Inc.

Director of Commercial Operations & Logistics

Kiva Brands, Inc.

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States • California

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Salary

💰 $157,500 - $192,500 per year

Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

ERP

About the role

  • At Kiva Sales & Service (KSS), we’re proud to be at the forefront of California's cannabis distribution industry. As the exclusive distributor for Kiva Confections and a carefully curated portfolio of premium cannabis brands, we ensure that dispensaries across the state have seamless access to the products their customers love.
  • Founded on the principles of quality, reliability, and innovation, we provide unparalleled service through next-day deliveries, expert account management, merchandising support, and a robust logistics network.
  • Every day, our team strives to elevate industry standards while empowering dispensaries to thrive in an ever-evolving market. Joining KSS means becoming part of a company that’s passionate about delivering excellence and driving sustainable growth in the cannabis space.
  • Job Summary: As the Director of Commercial Operations & Logistics you will work closely with the Warehouse Manager Southern California, Warehouse Manager Northern California and the Commercial Operations Team. This role demands a results-driven, hands-on leader who can foster a positive team culture, enhance operational efficiency, and deliver an exceptional customer and delivery experience. You will be accountable for aligning operations with company goals, managing budgets, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience required
  • Experience in fast-moving consumer goods industry or manufacturing knowledge are a plus
  • Understands all aspects of warehouse operations, from receiving and storage to picking, packing, and shipping, and implements processes that ensure a highly organized, efficient workflow.
  • Hands-on experience with ERP systems
  • Embraces change with a positive mindset and thrives in dynamic, evolving environments
  • Naturally curious and eager to understand how things work, asks "why" and "how" to drive continuous improvement
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for modeling, analysis, and reporting
  • Proven ability to build and maintain effective internal and external business relationships
  • Strong organizational navigation skills to triage issues and drive resolutions.
  • Transparent, process-oriented, and solution-driven mindset
  • Flexible and comfortable working in ambiguous, fast-paced, and evolving environments
  • Analytical and data-driven approach to problem-solving
  • Demonstrated ability to remain non-emotional and solution-focused under pressure.
  • Self-motivated and capable of driving results independently and through teams.