Supply Chain Manager

Transylvania Vocational Services • Brevard, NC • 1d ago

Join Our Team as a Supply Chain Manager!

At ALULA , we're looking for a driven and collaborative professional to help lead our Procurement and Inventory functions. In this role, you'll make a meaningful impact by ensuring materials flow smoothly through our operations while building strong supplier partnerships and supporting our growing business.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy balancing strategy with hands-on execution, we'd love to meet you!

Core Competencies

Successful candidates will bring:

Excellent, proactive communication skills

Strong project management and multitasking ability

Comfort working in a rapidly changing environment

Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate with vendors

Sound judgment and strong decision-making skills

The ability to organize priorities and manage competing responsibilities

Working knowledge of manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles

A focus on cost savings and efficient resource utilization

The ability to analyze production data to improve operations and reduce costs

Experience evaluating equipment, processes, and procedures for optimal performance

A commitment to meeting or exceeding customer delivery expectations

A passion for cultivating a positive, innovative work environment

A self-motivated, adaptable mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

What You'll Do

In this role, you will:

Oversee all aspects of Procurement and Inventory

Lead the Inventory Control team and Buyers

Forecast demand and ensure timely delivery of ingredients and components to support production

Partner closely with Operations to identify and communicate potential supply risks

Develop and maintain a strong, resilient supplier network

Support Buyers in negotiating pricing and terms to meet material KPIs

Communicate vendor quality issues and drive timely resolution

Maintain and manage the approved supplier list and lead times

Establish and maintain reorder points and quantities to achieve Inventory Turns KPIs

Ensure ingredients and packaging are available for upcoming production runs

Maintain the Finished Product Schedule and communicate production goals

Build strong relationships with customers regarding orders, changes, and fulfillment

Support Business Development with customer communications related to supply delays

Contribute to and maintain QMS documentation related to Production and Shipping/Receiving

Maintain accurate Bills of Materials

Communicate and reinforce company mission, policies, and regulatory requirements

Develop Contract Manufacturing Agreements with external partners

Negotiate and maintain supplier contracts in accordance with requirements

Monitor supplier performance including quality and delivery

Coordinate vendor returns and resolve invoice discrepancies

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor's degree in Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field and 3 years of experience in a production management role within manufacturing/packaging

High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 6 years of relevant production management experience in food manufacturing/packaging

Preferred:

3+ years of purchasing experience

Experience with Sage or similar accounting platforms

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems

Why You'll Love Working Here

At ALULA , you'll join a collaborative team that values continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. Your ideas matter here, and you'll have the opportunity to make a real impact while growing your career in a supportive and mission-driven environment.

What we offer:

Competitive pay

11 company holidays

Vacation and Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

Short & Long Term Disability

401k Matching

Life Insurance

& so much more!

Additional Information:

This job description outlines the primary duties of the role. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor. Employees are expected to be flexible with scheduled hours and assignments. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Alula is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and all applicable federal, state, and local nondiscrimination laws.

Department

Production

Employment Type

Full-Time

Minimum Experience

Experienced

Compensation

Based on experience

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