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.

Job 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, Quality, Accounting and Sales
• Actively communicate and work with co-packer & 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

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

This position requires the ability to rapidly develop an in-depth knowledge of company products and business operations.  Additionally, this role 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.  Additional requirements include:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related discipline
• 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 ($60,000 - $70,000), 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
• 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