Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description

ABOUT UOVO

Are you ready to embark on a journey where your passion for art, fashion, culture, and excellence converge? Welcome to UOVO—the epitome of sophistication in storage, management, and logistics of valuable art, fashion, and wine. We invite all voices, experiences, and talents to join us and become part of an unparalleled journey where your career aspirations align with the remarkable. With state-of-the-art facilities across the country, we work towards exceeding expectations, for both our clients and employees alike. 

At UOVO, we are more than logistics; we are architects of bespoke solutions and curators of extraordinary experiences. From climate-controlled storage to private viewing galleries, industry-leading technology to a full suite of services, UOVO crafts tailored solutions that go beyond preservation—they elevate. 

As part of the UOVO team you will work alongside industry professionals who share a passion for art, fashion, and logistics in a collaborative environment where your expertise contributes to the best-in-class employment and client experience UOVO provides!

Operations Supervisor, Washington, DC

UOVO, the nation’s leading provider of storage and services for art, archives, and collectibles, seeks an Operations Manager to join its dynamic and growing team. This position would be overseeing the Washington DC technical staff in the safe storage and handling of important fine art, fashion and other unique collections. The position will be responsible for leading, managing and mentoring the Washington, DC staff as well as coordinating special logistical projects with UOVO’s Account Management team and other senior managers.

Core Responsibilities

The Operations Supervisor in Washington, DC is responsible for overseeing all day to day operations specifically related to a large scale, multi-year project in Washington, DC. This includes but is not limited to the following:

• Ensure all service work is scheduled and executed in an efficient and timely manner in conjunction with the Account Management team and the overarching project plan. This includes on site and off site teams and third party vendors. 
• Make certain all paperwork such as Warehouse Receipts, BOLs, Condition Reports/Checks and other inventory audits are completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Support in executing all work in line with prepared estimates, giving feedback to the Account Management team as needed and working to provide updates as to progress against overall budget.
• Regularly communicate with the on-site points of contact related to the project as to schedule, staffing, and upcoming phases of the project. 
• In conjunction with the Operations Manager, prepare pack and crating plans and coordinate with various departments and third parties to execute said plans. 
• Conduct site visits and provide on site supervision as needed.
• Lead the training program for the Washington, DC Operations team in support of best handling practices, rigging, inventory control, NetSuite, and adherence to UOVO’s policies and procedures.
• Close out Work Orders in NetSuite
• Oversee the ordering of supplies for Washington, DC as it pertains to the project and any other day to day needs. 
• Make certain the warehouse is properly secured each day and functioning well.
• Process any pertinent accounts payable
• Regularly collaborate and communicate with the UOVO Operations teams in other UOVO locations to ensure alignment on policies and procedures as well as other key initiatives.
• In conjunction with other key stakeholders, establish goals and objectives in line with UOVO’s Performance Management program; providing quarterly feedback and completing annual performance reviews for all direct reports and their teams.
• Create a positive and engaging work environment by mentoring, coaching, and motivating direct team members and their teams if applicable.

Qualifications & Skills

• Team Player, able to work in a dynamic environment
• Comfortable in a results-driven workplace
• 5+ years of demonstrated effective people management experience
• 7+ years warehouse, project management and/or logistics experience (art logistics/warehousing is preferred )
• Experience interacting with art professionals
• Excellent communication and multitasking skills
• Proficient in computer applications, including Microsoft office suite and collection management databases
• Ability to push and pull 150 pounds on a dolly or cart, as well as 50 pounds without mechanical aid
• Ability to carry 40 pounds of varying size and shape up to a distance of 90 feet
• Ability to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, twist, and reach overhead
• Familiarity with the use of hand trucks, pallet jacks, jbars, dollies and other necessary warehouse equipment

This in-person position requires on-site presence at UOVO’s DC facility, as well as the project location, five days a week with occasional requests to work nights and on weekends. 

Compensation & Benefits

UOVO offers competitive compensation, commensurate with experience.

UOVO offers a robust suite of benefits including: 

• 100% employer-covered medical plan option for Employees as well as multiple Medical, Dental, and Vision plans options.
• 2 weeks annual paid vacation, with bi-annual increased vacation awards throughout the first 5 years of service 
• 10 paid holidays plus one additional floating holiday
• Company Sponsored Parental Leave policy
• Company-Sponsored Paid Sick Leave
• 100% 401k Employer match up to 3% of employee contributions.
• Flexible Savings Account, Commuter Benefits, and Childcare Benefits
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Benefits
• Monthly Team Lunches and Birthday celebrations
• Employee Recognition Program ( the “Eggcellence Awards”)

Job Tags

Casual work, Work at office, Flexible hours, Night shift, Weekend work,

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