Supply Chain Planner

About Spindrift

At Spindrift, we’re making every beverage a positive force of nature. Founded in 2010, we believe the best flavors come directly from nature. That’s why every Spindrift beverage is made the hard way—with real squeezed fruit, never from concentrate. From sourcing the best-tasting fruit globally to maintaining a carefully honed manufacturing process, we believe in doing things the hard way, the intentional way, the better albeit more challenging way, the right way – because, in the end, it's worth it. Spindrift® sparkling water is available nationwide, and Spindrift Spiked® hard seltzer and Spindrift Soda are available in select markets. We are also a proud member of 1% for the Planet, donating to environmental causes. Spindrift is headquartered in Newton, MA.

The Supply Chain Planner Role

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

• End to end 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 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, long-term disability insurance, 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