Variant is a rapidly growing startup utilizing cutting-edge technology to create customizable knitwear products, manufactured on-demand with nearly zero waste.  We have several exciting projects in our pipeline, including the expansion of our innovative protective mask products, and are seeking a highly-organized, agile, Project Manager who can quickly dive-in and scale our processes.  This position keeps our team focused and on track, and is at the center of all the action in our company.  Comfort with strategic and operational duties is key, as is an ability to juggle multiple roles.  You’ll work across all departments to plan and execute the company goals and vision. 

This is a great opportunity to join a small and talented team driving advancements in the textile and manufacturing industries. We have a fun, collaborative, entrepreneurial company culture where new ideas are encouraged, and a beautiful office space in the mountains of Malibu.

Please visit our website for more information: www.variantmalibu.com.  
 

Project Manager 

Duties and responsibilities 

The duties and responsibilities of the Project Manager will include but are not limited to: 

• Develop detailed project plans for approval including scope, deadlines, milestones, budget and resources required
• Once project is approved, drive project through completion, reporting on status of scope, deadlines, milestones, budget and resources throughout
• Liaise with appropriate internal and external resources to ensure projects are on time, within budget and meet other requirements outlined by the scope
• Identify best practices and areas for improvement; develop and implement new standard operating procedures as needed
• Liaise with HR, Accounting and CFO to ensure proper budget tracking by project, timely payments and accurate cash flow forecasting
• Serve as office manager
• Coordinate and schedule all internal meetings
• Provide administrative support to the CEO including email and calendar management, and travel coordination
• Handle other responsibilities or projects, as assigned

Qualifications 

• 3+ years experience in a Project Manager or similar role
• Experience with scaling e-commerce and/or subscription services desired
• Working knowledge of production and manufacturing processes a plus
• Familiarity with Slack, Asana, and e-commerce platforms such as Shopify
• Very strong skills in Excel; familiarity with the rest of the Microsoft Suite and Google Docs 
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize
• Excellent follow-up skills
• Extremely resourceful, with an ability to problem solve across departments
• Ability to anticipate and be proactive about individual and team needs
• Ability to work effectively alone or with others 
• Ability to work in fast paced environment and meet deadlines 
• Have a good attitude and strong teamwork skills 
• Have a strong desire to learn 

Physical requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, stand. Employee will be sitting at their desk and working on the computer and machine for much of the time. The employee must occasionally lift/move 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. 

Job Type: Full-time

We are an equal opportunity employer. 

Qualified candidates, please send Resume/CV and cover letter to: 

Garrett Gerson, garrettg (at) variant.group.  We look forward to hearing from you!