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Workplace & Facilities Manager

Workplace & Facilities Manager

CompanyQuince
LocationSan Francisco, CA, USA
Salary$115000 – $150000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesBachelor’s
Experience LevelSenior, Expert or higher

Requirements

  • 8+ years of experience in workplace, facilities, or operations management.
  • Hands-on experience overseeing building systems and coordinating maintenance or repairs.
  • Strong working knowledge of health, safety, and building compliance standards.
  • Demonstrated experience managing and developing a team, especially in coordinator or hourly roles.
  • Experience with shipping, receiving, and physical inventory workflows.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
  • Strong organisational and project management skills in a dynamic environment.
  • Reliable and calm under pressure, with the ability to respond to off-hours facilities issues.
  • Physically able and willing to assist with moving or lifting equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of building operations, including HVAC, lighting, plumbing, electrical systems, and vendor maintenance services, ensuring all are functioning efficiently and in compliance with health, safety, and building regulations.
  • Conduct regular walkthroughs to identify issues proactively, maintain documentation related to maintenance work and facility plans, and oversee related budgets and vendor contracts.
  • Support office moves, workspace planning, and minor renovations.
  • Lead a team of Sample Coordinators, ensuring efficient organisation of samples within limited space, streamlining inbound/outbound sample logistics, and coordinating parcel deliveries with carriers like UPS, FedEx, and DHL.
  • Maintain a clean and stocked office environment, ensure readiness of meeting and executive spaces, and partner with the Photo Studio Manager to keep the studio organised and operational.
  • Serve as the on-site liaison for building management, acting as the first point of contact for emergencies and managing out-of-hours response when required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in a retail, fashion, or e-commerce environment with exposure to sample room operations.
  • Familiarity with maintaining creative workspaces such as photo studios or merchandising areas.
  • Experience implementing sample inventory systems and donation/purging processes.
  • Strong vendor management skills and experience negotiating contracts and service terms.
  • Comfort working cross-functionally with merchandising, creative, and operational teams.
  • Familiarity with facilities management tools (e.g., CAFM software) and sample tracking systems.
  • Certifications such as FMP (Facility Management Professional) or CFM (Certified Facility Manager).