Head of Operations Korea

Vestiaire Collective is a global platform that connects millions of buyers and sellers of desirable pre-loved fashion. We are global: our headquarters are in Paris and we have satellite offices in New York City, London, Milan, Berlin, Hong Kong, Singapore, Seoul, Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City.

We are hiring a Head of Operations (Korea).

To champion our expansion in Korea, we are on the hunt for a Head of Operations to be based in our Seoul office. You will work with our world class C-suite in Asia to carry out ambitious short and long term business plans and support market launches effectively. You'll be tasked to build our operations capabilities from 0 to 1 in Korea and ensure a smooth process by working closely with cross-functional teams across the organisation. You will also lead strategic initiatives and drive continuous operational improvements. This role will report to the COO for Asia.

What you will be doing?

• Be responsible for all operations in Korea including fulfilment and transportation operations.
• In-charge of domestic and cross border trade.
• Setup, maintain and upkeep of all facilities.
• Responsible for setting up all the logistic contracts. This includes sourcing, procuring, and negotiating contracts with related vendors (manpower, 3PLs, facilities, etc).
• Ensure strict adherence to procurement policies and country regulations.
• Responsible for the relationship with vendors for logistics.
• Directly accountable for the operational P&L within the company and for all operational performance in Korea.
• Manage a team of 10 staff initially which will grow based on the success of the business.
• Lead by example and be obsessed with the growth of your buyers, sellers and employees. You will spend a majority of your time with buyers, sellers and with your employees.
• Responsible for employee morale, motivation, training, and growth.
• You spend very little time on creating powerpoint.
• Communicate to stakeholder teams in a very structured, concise and to the point fashion in all channels - memos, phone/video. You are responsible to maintain good lines of communication with all levels of the company.

Who you are?

• Native command of the Korean language and a good command of English.
• Strong communication skills. Ability to synthesize complex information into very simple language.
• Work-experience for at least 10 years. You have led field logistic teams (fulfilment, warehousing or distribution) for at least 8 of those years.
• Have led team sizes of at least 20 people.
• Mnaged vendors, suppliers, contractors, and manpower agencies.
• Demonstrated passion and thirst for knowledge in logistics.

What we offer?

• An ambitious organisation that is scaling fast and committed to delivering the best platform to our community.
• An opportunity to create world class operations from scratch. You have the ability to influence the culture and make it your own!
• Be an entrepreneur in the company of like minded entrepreneurs who have built billion dollar businesses across the globe.
• We are a test and learn company and are always challenging ourselves as a team.
• Unique opportunity to be part of a pioneering team in Korea.
• A truly global and international team.
• Training and conferences and meetings overseas, meetups to learn more & share more.
• Attractive salary & bonus scheme

About Vestiaire Collective

It all comes down to one important question: Why should so many great fashion items remain unworn in people's wardrobes?

Vestiaire Collective is a global platform that connects millions of buyers and sellers of desirable pre-loved fashion. We are global: our headquarters are in Paris and we have satellite offices in Tourcoing, New York City, Tourcoing, Berlin, Hong Kong, Seoul, Shanghai and Ho Chi Minh City.

Vestiaire Collective is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to develop an inclusive work environment that reflects the diversity of our fashion activist community.