We’re looking for a team-oriented individual to join our Supply Chain in-house operations. This position is responsible for owning all facets of purchasing, coastal production planning, finished goods management & inventory control. This position requires hands-on involvement in all critical activities such as purchasing, shipping logistics, inventory management by location, inventory reconciliations, MRP system management, co-packer communication, data entry & analysis, and cross-functional communication. It is understood that this position will play a key role in - and be accountable for - achieving annual company goals as they pertain to sales, margin, and customer service.
Responsibilities
• Supply chain planning inclusive of MRP, purchasing execution, production planning and product allocation
• Inventory control efforts with raw materials and finished goods including, but not limited to, inventory transfers & lot tracking
• Use of MRP to execute purchasing that supports the set production plan
• Transactional execution and system management of a NetSuite inventory management system
• Manage appropriate inventory levels of finished goods across a multitude of 3rd party sites, accounting for both sales forecasts and customer orders
• Communicate thoroughly across functions, specifically with Manufacturing, Customer Service, Accounting, and Sales
• Actively communicate and work with manufacturing & supplier partners to ensure timelines are met
• Identify and resolve discrepancies with freight partners for all shipments containing incomplete or inaccurate product information
• Achieve overall corporate as well as specific functional goals
• Identify opportunities to improve procedures and policies that add value to the business
Above all, this person must demonstrate integrity, sound judgment, and a collaborative, team-oriented approach. The ideal candidate is an energetic and creative problem-solver who can balance multiple priorities, maintain strong attention to detail, and take initiative to move work forward in a fast-paced environment.
Position Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• Ability to quickly develop a strong understanding of the company’s products and business operations
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with a strong sense of urgency
• Comfort working in an entrepreneurial, evolving environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and web-based applications; advanced Excel skills required and NetSuite experience preferred
• Supply chain experience in a consumer food or beverage company preferred
• Ability to work from the Newton, MA office four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day per week