We're looking for a team-oriented individual to join our Supply Chain in-house operations with the primary focus on supporting innovation launches, product reformulations, and new product introduction. This position is responsible for owning all facets of systematic data integrity, purchasing, production planning, inventory control as it relates to new product management. Position requires hands-on involvement in all critical cross-functional activities with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. 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.

Job Responsibilities

Support internal & external new item set up, ensuring timely and accurate data management across multiple production facilities

Translate innovation pipelines into actionable supply chain plans through managing trial timelines & raw material execution

Work with cross-functional team to onboard and integrate any new copack production sites

Ability to manage one-off production runs, and out of the box projects to support innovative growth of the business

Transactional execution and system management of a NetSuite inventory management system

Support site planners to manage appropriate inventory levels of innovation raw materials & finished goods across a multitude of 3rd party sites, accounting for both sales forecasts and customer orders

Communicate thoroughly across functions, specifically with Sourcing, Innovation, Manufacturing, Customer Service, Quality, Accounting and Sales

Actively communicate and work with co-pack & supplier partners to ensure timelines are met

Identify and resolve discrepancies with freight partners for all shipments containing incomplete or inaccurate product information

Inventory control efforts with raw materials and finished goods including, but not limited to, inventory transfers & lot tracking

Achieve overall corporate as well as specific functional goals

Identify opportunities to improve procedures and policies that add value to the business

Who You Are

Above all, this person must possess the highest levels of integrity and character with a limitless amount of energy and creativity. Honed analytical problem-solving skills are essential. A strong desire and willingness to do whatever it takes to get the job done. Team oriented, collegial, and collaborative traits a must. Ability to prioritize and balance multiple tasks with high attention to detail.

Requirements

Candidate will require the ability to rapidly develop an in-depth knowledge of company products and business operations. The position requires team and individual leadership skills as well as a strong sense of urgency in all matters related to the health of the business. Supply Chain experience in a consumer food or beverage company is a plus.

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related discipline

3 or more years' experience in a supply planning capacity

Ability to work in a company with an entrepreneurial/non-structured environment

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, as well as web-based applications - strong Excel background required, previous experience in NetSuite preferred

Position will be in office based in Newton, MA, with the ability to work remotely one day a week

Benefits

In addition to the salary range for this position ($75,000 - $85,000), Spindrift offers the following compensation and benefits:

Short-term and long-term incentive programs specific to level and department

Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan @type selected

Company-paid life insurance and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company match

Monthly cell phone allowance

Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education

A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, etc.

In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time

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