Supply Chain Manager

Classification: Exempt, Regular Full-time

Reports to: Director of Supply Chain

Location: Remote within the US, open to candidates residing in the following states: AZ, CA, CO, FL, ID, IL, LA, NC, NJ, NV, OH, TX, VA, WA, WI, WY

Salary Range: $92,000 to $98,000 per year

Benefit Eligible: Yes, includes health insurance (medical, dental, vision) along with paid time off and a 401k with company match

The Company

Paleovalley is a health-conscious snack and supplement company. We are committed to making delicious, high-quality products that do not cut corners. We source from organic farmers using regenerative agricultural practices. Our goal is to support our customers with better alternatives to the health-damaging junk foods and synthetic supplements lining the grocery store shelves.

Wild Pastures is on a mission to transform the meat industry. We deliver 100% grass fed, pasture-raised, environmentally-regenerative beef, chicken and pork and sustainably caught, wild seafood directly to our customers’ doors. We have incredibly high standards for our meat – all being raised in the USA by small-scale family farmers on lush pastures free from any and all chemicals.

The Opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to support the Wild Pastures organization and ensure our supply chain and logistics operations function properly. This role will collaborate with other departments, such as Operations and Finance, to create effective business plans. This position will keep track of logistics and update the company’s inventory. They will analyze operational performance and resolve issues. They will also collaborate with vendors and suppliers to ensure all operations (e.g. shipping, delivery) meet quality and safety standards. Candidates should have experience in project management, as well as great leadership and communication ability. 

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Track inventory levels across all finished goods, raw materials and packaging to ensure inventory levels stay at optimal levels to support the business.
2. Help in managing the short & medium-term forecast and supply plan.
3. Develop and execute inventory strategy across all warehouse locations and can allocate inventory through resorting facilities.
4. Collaboration with all internal warehouses leads to ensure both supply chain & operations are in a position to succeed and expand to support business growth.
5. Manage relationship(s) with third party storage facilities and support internal teams with those partners.
6. Successfully collaborate with multiple vendors (manufacturers or suppliers).
7. Plan & create POs with suppliers.
8. Review and reconcile all POs & invoices.
9. Establish, maintain and update on-going yield report(s) across all manufacturers and products.
10. Identify and build out internal team KPIs, and track performance.
11. Help manage, minimize & reduce costs within the supply chain.
12. Lead the existing team and continue to build-out a team that aligns with company growth.
13. Train and guide team members.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position is responsible for supervising one team member.

Competencies

1. Excellent knowledge of supply chain processes
2. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with the ability to execute responsibilities by yourself and escalate issues to leadership when needed
3. Strong interpersonal skills and teamwork skills
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills
5. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
6. Strong project management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and project milestones
7. Ability to provide leadership and influence to other team members

Required Education and Experience

1. Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field
2. Minimum five to seven years of experience in supply chain
3. At least two years of experience within supply and demand planning
4. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and ERP system(s)

Preferred Education & Experience

1. Experience supporting supply chain activities in a plant or warehouse environment strongly preferred
2. Experience in cold chain logistics strongly preferred
3. Prior management experience is strongly preferred

Work Environment and Physical Demands

This job operates in a clerical, office setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies that weigh up to 20 pounds, and to bend and stand as necessary.  

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position during regular business hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.

Travel

This position does not require travel.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance (if applicable)

The employee must be authorized to work in the United States.

EEO Statement:

Paleovalley and Wild Pastures are an equal opportunity employer. Employment and processes, including decisions to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

E-Verify:

Paleovalley & Wild Pastures participate in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verification of employment eligibility.