Supply Chain Materials Manager

Summary

Join Once Upon A Farm as their Supply Chain Materials Manager, overseeing inventory management strategies for efficient material flow and production. You will manage VMI relationships, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and lead a team focused on continuous improvement. This remote-first role requires a Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of experience in materials management within a manufacturing environment. You'll leverage your expertise in MRP, inventory management systems, and data analysis to optimize inventory levels and resolve ERP issues. The position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive, purpose-driven work environment. Travel is minimal, with up to 10% anticipated.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field is required
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in materials management, supply chain, or logistics roles, with a strong focus on production and inventory control
• Proven experience managing vendor relationships and implementing materials management strategies in a manufacturing or production environment
• Demonstrated expertise in materials requirements planning (MRP) and inventory management systems, including ERP software
• Experience working cross-functionally with teams such as Production, Inventory, Quality Assurance, and Accounting to achieve operational goals
• Strong analytical skills with experience in forecasting, data analysis, and inventory reconciliation
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions such as pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data analysis tools
• Leadership experience in mentoring and developing teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively cross-functionally and externally with various teams including Accounting, QA, and our Co-manufacturing partners, knowing when and how to escalate pertinent issues and provide solutions designed to reduce the noise
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment while continually driving improvement initiatives
• Able to adapt and manage changing priorities, assuming additional responsibilities when needed
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms
• Up to 10% travel required: Although this role is a remote work-from-home position, we “Farmers” do meet as a company and/or as a department a few times a year. Anticipate possible travel up to a few times each quarter
• Genuinely passionate about improving childhood nutrition for a healthier and happier planet
• Desire to contribute to a dynamic high-growth, purpose-driven work environment
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity, deeply understand business needs, develop a cohesive strategy, and make decisions requiring a high level of judgment
• Must reside in the United States to be considered for this position

Responsibilities

• Create and implement inventory management strategies to ensure efficient material flow and production operations
• Manage the Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) relationship with the primary packaging supplier to optimize inventory levels
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely availability of resources for production
• Oversee material planning and coordinate the logistics of transferring raw materials and packaging to co-packers, ensuring materials are available on-site while minimizing costs
• Provide short-term forecasts for materials and packaging based on finished goods projections and share insights with stakeholders
• Work with Inventory and Accounting teams to monitor stock levels, identify discrepancies, and participate in inventory reconciliation
• Assist in resolving ERP and purchasing system issues to ensure accurate receipt timing and address concerns
• Manage effective dates for raw material and packaging changes to reduce surplus and obsolete inventory
• Keep product change information updated and develop plans to phase out obsolete items
• Drive improvements in materials inventory accuracy and promote collaboration across teams
• Assist in the implementation of supply chain technologies to enhance visibility and automation in materials management
• Lead and mentor a team of materials professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning
• Additional responsibilities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• A master’s degree is preferred
• Knowledge of Sage X3 preferred
• Previous exposure to cross-functional work between Sustainability and Operations preferred

Benefits

• Remote-first work environment
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) program + 4% company match after three months
• New Hire Remote Life Stipend + annual Nourish and Nurture Allowance
• Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend
• Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries and Employee Discounts
• New Parents: Up to 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave, Baby Steps Back To Work, 3 months’ supply of Once Upon A Farm products, and breast milk shipping service and support for those who travel after birth for the duration of your breastfeeding journey
• Unlimited Paid Time Off
• Paid Volunteer Time
• Paid Time Off to fulfill civic responsibilities including jury duty and voting in local, state, and national elections
• Medical Insurance for the employee covered at 100% on select plans, with additional plan options at a reduced cost to the employee
• Vision and Dental Insurance covered at 100% for the employee and dependents
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account (Medical & Dependent Care) and Health savings accounts for applicable plans
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• All other benefits, leaves, and insurance as required by law, based on your specific residence