Vice President, Supply Chain & Operations

Role: VP, Supply Chain & Operations

Location: San Diego, CA 92101 (Onsite at Symphony Towers) | ~25% travel to DFW warehouse

Compensation: $250,000–$350,000+Luminize isn’t your typical eCommerce company. We’re one of the top 5 Amazon sellers in the US — and we’re building the operational backbone to scale what comes next. This is a rare opportunity to step into a high-visibility executive seat and own the supply chain from end to end. We’re looking for a VP, Supply Chain & Operations who has built and scaled before — someone who thinks in systems, leads with conviction, and knows what world-class inventory execution looks like inside Amazon and FBA ecosystems. You’ll report directly to C-Suite, set the strategic direction, and have full ownership of the teams, budgets, and outcomes that fuel our growth. If you’re a supply chain executive looking for real ownership, a seat at the table, and the chance to shape operations at scale — let’s talk. What You’ll OwnThe complete supply chain lifecycle — from procurement and inbound logistics through warehousing, inventory deployment, and fulfillment Long-term supply chain and operations strategy tied directly to company growth, margin, and cash-flow objectives Core inventory KPIs: Days of Inventory, In-Stock Rate, Overstock Rate, Inventory Turns, and Warehouse Productivity Warehouse Operations in DFW - labor planning, throughput, safety, inventory accuracy, and cost control Procurement strategy, supplier negotiations, and contract management across the vendor base Supply chain and warehouse budgets with full accountability to profitability and working capital targets Cross-functional alignment with Brand Management, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Commercial leadership Senior external relationships including Amazon/FBA and third-party logistics partners Building, mentoring, and scaling high-performing teams across Supply Chain, Procurement, and Warehouse Operations — including developing your leadership bench What You Bring 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, procurement, and warehouse operations — with a track record of executive-level leadership and measurable results Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA or advanced degree strongly preferred Deep experience managing warehouse operations and distributed inventory environments at scale Proven P&L or working capital ownership with demonstrated impact on margin and efficiency Strong command of inventory management within FBA or similar high-velocity fulfillment ecosystems Executive presence — the ability to influence at the C-Suite level, negotiate with strategic partners and lead through complexity A builder’s mindset — you’ve scaled teams, stood up processes, and created operational infrastructure that lasts Willingness to travel regularly to DFW (~25%)You’ll be based in Symphony Towers, one of San Diego’s premier office spaces that offers: Stunning views of the city and coastline Free access to the building gym Discounts at restaurants and cafes in the tower Secure bike racks in the building and 24/7 paid parking in a nearby downtown structure Close walking distance to 100+ of the top bars, restaurants, and coffee shops Our office is designed for comfort, productivity, and collaboration, featuring: Ergonomic standing desks and high-quality workstations A fully stocked snack bar, espresso machine, and cold drinks A welcoming team lounge area and sunny workspaces A clean, modern space where we can do our best work together