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Rooted in Vibram's legacy of innovation in technical rubber and performance footwear, FiveFingers was built on the belief that feet are designed to feel, move, and interact naturally with the ground. The brand inspires a growing natural approach to movement across running, training, outdoor adventure, wellness, and everyday life.\nWe are looking for an Operations Manager to join our Vibram FiveFingers team based in our Boston Office. Reporting to Head of Sales, the Operations Manager is responsible for coordinating the operational processes that support Vibram’s U.S. business, including inventory planning, supply chain execution, distribution, ERP and EDI transactions, forecasting, and business reporting.\nThis role ensures that inventory, orders, product data, logistics, and financial transactions are managed accurately and efficiently across internal systems, distribution partners, factories, and external service providers. 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