Gameday Social Apparel Co.
Director of Operations
Gameday Social Apparel Co., Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States, 57102
Overview
Sioux Falls, United States | Posted on 09/12/2025 Grit: We’re hungry, we hustle, we pivot. We’re still at the stage where everyone has to pitch in at the warehouse on occasion. No egos. Pursuing excellence: Getting better every day—moving swiftly when adjustments need to be made. Team orientation: We view our coworkers, customers and vendors as partners. Transparent and cross-functional is how we work. Boldly innovative: We didn’t get here with a “this is how it’s done” mindset. We welcome ideas, creativity and we embrace obstacles as opportunities. Nimble: Our ability to chase trends and move quickly has led to our success, but also means very little is concrete. We aim to preserve this agility as we grow and look for people who can thrive when things are moving quickly. Our Team & Success
Gameday Social is a South Dakota based fashion brand—with women, by women. Founded by Jael Thorpe in 2021, and an officially certified woman owned company, we aim to “elevate the social fan experience through licensed collaborations.” We have grown rapidly through innovative design, outstanding quality and developing key retailer and licensing relationships across the country. Role Overview
The Director of Operations is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, warehousing, and distribution, while ensuring seamless coordination with overseas supply chain partners. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence and efficiency across the organization, with a particular emphasis on consumer goods production and fulfillment, and developing processes from scratch to support a period of high growth. This is a cross-functional leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, founder-led environment, is equally strategic and executional and brings an entrepreneurial mindset. Key Responsibilities
Production & Manufacturing Lead and manage domestic and overseas production schedules to meet demand and delivery timelines. Partner with overseas factories to ensure quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. Develop and monitor KPIs for production efficiency, capacity utilization, and on-time delivery. Resolve production issues and bottlenecks quickly, ensuring minimal disruption to customers and retail partners. Warehousing & Fulfillment Oversee all warehouse operations, including inventory management, picking/packing, shipping, and returns. Implement warehouse management systems (WMS) and optimize layout for efficiency and scalability. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and licensing requirements. Establish performance metrics for warehouse staff and logistics providers. Supply Chain & Logistics Build and manage a resilient supply chain across multiple international markets (primarily SE Asia and South America). Create freight and importation processes to minimize landed costs and lead times. Forecast demand in coordination with merchandising and sales teams to align production and inventory planning. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers. Lead, mentor, and develop operations teams (warehouse, supply chain, production coordinators). Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, and Merchandising to align operational priorities with business goals. Drive process improvement initiatives to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and enhance the customer experience. Provide executive-level reporting on KPIs, risks, and opportunities to the leadership team. Requirements
Qualifications
8+ years of ops leadership experience in consumer goods, apparel, or related industries. Proven track record managing overseas supply chains and working directly with international manufacturers. Strong expertise in warehouse management, inventory control, and fulfillment operations. Experience with ERP/WMS systems and scaling operations during high growth. Skilled negotiator with freight, logistics, and manufacturing partners. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive results across teams. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field. Success in This Role
Reliable, on-time delivery across all sales channels. Streamlined, scalable warehouse operations that reduce cost per unit shipped. Strong vendor partnerships that drive product quality and margin protection. A resilient, well-forecasted supply chain that supports aggressive growth. Full-time, exempt role Eligible for benefits like healthcare stipend, retirement plan, supplemental insurance, PTO and paid holidays
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Sioux Falls, United States | Posted on 09/12/2025 Grit: We’re hungry, we hustle, we pivot. We’re still at the stage where everyone has to pitch in at the warehouse on occasion. No egos. Pursuing excellence: Getting better every day—moving swiftly when adjustments need to be made. Team orientation: We view our coworkers, customers and vendors as partners. Transparent and cross-functional is how we work. Boldly innovative: We didn’t get here with a “this is how it’s done” mindset. We welcome ideas, creativity and we embrace obstacles as opportunities. Nimble: Our ability to chase trends and move quickly has led to our success, but also means very little is concrete. We aim to preserve this agility as we grow and look for people who can thrive when things are moving quickly. Our Team & Success
Gameday Social is a South Dakota based fashion brand—with women, by women. Founded by Jael Thorpe in 2021, and an officially certified woman owned company, we aim to “elevate the social fan experience through licensed collaborations.” We have grown rapidly through innovative design, outstanding quality and developing key retailer and licensing relationships across the country. Role Overview
The Director of Operations is a hands-on leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of production, warehousing, and distribution, while ensuring seamless coordination with overseas supply chain partners. This role is pivotal in driving operational excellence and efficiency across the organization, with a particular emphasis on consumer goods production and fulfillment, and developing processes from scratch to support a period of high growth. This is a cross-functional leadership role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, founder-led environment, is equally strategic and executional and brings an entrepreneurial mindset. Key Responsibilities
Production & Manufacturing Lead and manage domestic and overseas production schedules to meet demand and delivery timelines. Partner with overseas factories to ensure quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness. Develop and monitor KPIs for production efficiency, capacity utilization, and on-time delivery. Resolve production issues and bottlenecks quickly, ensuring minimal disruption to customers and retail partners. Warehousing & Fulfillment Oversee all warehouse operations, including inventory management, picking/packing, shipping, and returns. Implement warehouse management systems (WMS) and optimize layout for efficiency and scalability. Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and licensing requirements. Establish performance metrics for warehouse staff and logistics providers. Supply Chain & Logistics Build and manage a resilient supply chain across multiple international markets (primarily SE Asia and South America). Create freight and importation processes to minimize landed costs and lead times. Forecast demand in coordination with merchandising and sales teams to align production and inventory planning. Establish and maintain strong partnerships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and logistics providers. Lead, mentor, and develop operations teams (warehouse, supply chain, production coordinators). Collaborate cross-functionally with Finance, Sales, and Merchandising to align operational priorities with business goals. Drive process improvement initiatives to reduce costs, increase efficiency, and enhance the customer experience. Provide executive-level reporting on KPIs, risks, and opportunities to the leadership team. Requirements
Qualifications
8+ years of ops leadership experience in consumer goods, apparel, or related industries. Proven track record managing overseas supply chains and working directly with international manufacturers. Strong expertise in warehouse management, inventory control, and fulfillment operations. Experience with ERP/WMS systems and scaling operations during high growth. Skilled negotiator with freight, logistics, and manufacturing partners. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive results across teams. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field. Success in This Role
Reliable, on-time delivery across all sales channels. Streamlined, scalable warehouse operations that reduce cost per unit shipped. Strong vendor partnerships that drive product quality and margin protection. A resilient, well-forecasted supply chain that supports aggressive growth. Full-time, exempt role Eligible for benefits like healthcare stipend, retirement plan, supplemental insurance, PTO and paid holidays
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