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Supply Chain Manager

CRITICAL MASS Supply Chain
Laguna Beach, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/19/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/18/2025

About Critical Mass Supply Chain

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We are Operations and Supply Chain Experts creating the most robust and resilient Beverage Brands of Tomorrow. Our experience, expertise, sense of urgency, and tireless attention to detail make Critical Mass the only choice for supply chain strategy and execution. We are focused on creating comprehensive Operational Launch & Scale Strategies and Tactical Action Plans, and then we execute those plans on our Client’s behalf. We work alongside Client Accounting and Sales Teams to build an efficient and scalable Order-To-Cash Process.

Scope

The Supply Chain Manager will work closely with Managing Director / s in the planning, management, and execution of the Supply Chain and Operational initiatives within our organization as well as those of our Clients. The individual will support the management of the supply chain of CMSC Clients including purchasing, procurement, production, logistics, innovation, quality control, and project management.

Major Responsibilities

  • Lead and execute all aspects of supply chain projects including procurement, production / supply planning, logistics, and demand planning.
  • Purchasing and Procurement : Establish new vendor / supplier relationships and manage existing relationships with current vendors and suppliers. Source the most sustainable ingredients in the world.
  • Innovation & Quality Control : Provide cost comparison evaluations for new vendors, suppliers, and projects. Manage expectations to consistently deliver the highest quality raw materials and finished goods.
  • Production & Demand Planning : Coordinate and execute production priorities with Co-manufacturers to meet stock demands; ensure proper levels of raw material inventory and finished goods to meet customer demand.
  • Logistics : Manage the network of 3PLs as well as the company's own warehouse.
  • Demand Forecasts : Work with the sales and marketing teams to understand demand drivers and create accurate forecasts.
  • Negotiation : Effectively negotiate terms with suppliers (packaging and ingredients).
  • Metrics & Reports : Create, maintain, and evolve reporting and metrics related to supply chain and operations activities.
  • Documentation & Organization : Create, manage, and implement standard operating procedures for CMG and our Clients.
  • People & Relationship Management : Ability to manage people (buyers, planners, warehouse personnel, production personnel, office staff, etc.) and build successful internal and external relationships.

Skill Set

  • You are Tenacious : high sense of urgency and inclined towards finishing assignments and projects.
  • You are a Planner & Problem Solver : highly organized and detail-oriented, superb project management capability along with excellent written / oral communication. Your resourcefulness and relentless work style get the job done every time.
  • You are a Relationship Manager : You have an uncanny ability to build relationships and create opportunities to meet and exceed budget goals.
  • You are a Stickler for Details : You triple-check your work to ensure accuracy and consistency.
  • You are a Master Negotiator : You never accept the first price as the final price and always leverage opportunities for margin improvement.
  • Essential Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree.
  • Experienced in the food and beverage industry (3 years).
  • CPG supply chain management background in food or beverage industry highly preferred (3 years).
  • Strong planning and organizational skills along with excellent interpersonal, written / oral communication, and presentation skills.
  • Full competence with Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, and Word) with advanced Excel skills.
  • Proven ability to work independently as well as collaboratively.
  • Ability to be successful in conditions which include multiple and sometimes conflicting priorities, extended work schedules, and demanding deadlines.
  • Highly adaptable and resourceful.
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