Job Description

Vari, originally known as VariDesk®, started the standing desk revolution. Now in its 13th year, Vari’s mission is to create workspaces that elevate people. With millions of fans and a complete line of over 400 office furniture products in the market today, Vari is continuing to simplify and disrupt the office furniture industry by pioneering a direct B2C and B2B business model, reimagining how workspaces are defined, designed, and delivered.

Vari is looking to add a Project Manager to its Operations team responsible for managing projects for customers across the country. This person will be self-motivated, a team player, and must be able to travel up to 85% of the time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Track the end-to-end lifecycle of projects and report takeaways to internal stakeholders
• Manage bid communications with approved vendors and negotiate bids in line with budgeted cost
• Manage the onsite delivery and installation of office furniture at customer sites across the country
• Guide installation crews during execution and educate as needed on product and related efficiency gains
• Drive a high standard of service across all channels with a focus on elevating the overall customer experience
• Collaborate with cross-departmental teams (Sales, Design, Product Development, Accounting, and Operations) to generate project clarity, report on lessons learned, and establish best practices
• Direct the flow of product between internal warehouse/transportation teams, vendors, and customers
• Manage a multi project pipeline with quick turnarounds, aligning with our speed to market approach
• Proactively communicate status updates, adjust prioritization, and identify potential risks to project success
• Monitor and track actual verse budgeted project spend
• Identify process and procedural enhancements for continuous operational

Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in operations, supply chain, management, or project management preferred
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks while under pressure in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working in both company headquarters and customer installation sites
• Strong work ethic with sound decision-making skills and a team-oriented attitude
• Adapt well to change, able to multi-task, and demonstrate a keen attention to detail
• Exceptional organizational skills and strong written/verbal communication skills
• 2 to 3 years or relevant experience
• Proficiency working in CRM and ERP systems (SalesForce, SAP, and Netsuite)
• Able to maintain all workload with demanding travel schedules
• Must be available to travel up to 85% of the time.

Why Vari:

• Short-term and long-term incentive plan
• 401k and profit-sharing plan
• On-site gym, spa-like locker room
• Enhanced paternity, maternity, and adoption programs
• Personal and volunteer time off
• Team building events on and off-site
• Mentoring and career development
• Education reimbursement
• Wellness program and insurance premium discounts
• At-home work set-up