Manager, Manufacturing

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Orrville, Corporate Offices

Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires

• Responsible for the negotiation of contracts and developing SLED with identified co packers as needed
• Accountable to ensure defined co pack processes are executed timely, accurately, and in a manner which supports key supply chain activities, minimizes inventory costs and achieves service level expectations
• Act as the primary point person on all contract manufacturing activities in your SBA/business area of responsibility.
• Negotiate and secure pricing and create Blanket Purchase Agreements for all co pack providers
• Act as the lead point person for the appropriate teams (Supply Planning, Marketing, Product Development, Quality, Innovation etc.) to assist in problem solving and resolving ongoing copacker issues
• Lead cost reduction initiatives as required for assigned co pack providers
• Direct the execution of new Innovation and Marketing initiatives for finished good requirements once cost and feasibility analyses have been completed, and initiatives have been approved
• Ensure quotes for new business opportunities are competitive and completed in a timely manner
• Ensure any new business requirements are effectively communicated and implemented with the assigned co packers
• Maintain effective and timely communication with key functional SBA team members regarding new initiatives during the execution phase
• Track and manage monthly purchase price variances (PPVs) and Spending of assigned co pack locations
• Reduce overall consumer complaint/audit discrepancies vs prior year for each assigned co pack location
• Manage other key projects as assigned.
• Execute Quarterly Scorecard Review Meetings with co pack providers

We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.

• Bachelor’s degree
• At least 5 years of experience in Operations, Purchasing, Contract Manufacturing, or Supply Chain
• Generally, high technical proficiencies (ERP Systems, Excel, etc)
• Strong negotiating skills
• Excellent communication/relationship building skills
• Strong project management capabilities
• Effective organizational skills
• Proficient analytical and decision-making skills
• Ability to handle stress
• Self-directed work style
• Prior experience managing people
• Capable of demonstrating and lifting objects of up to 25 pounds
• Willingness to travel up to 25%

• Helping our Employees Thrive
• Delivering on Our Purpose
• Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All

Not Applicable

Full-time

Management and Manufacturing

Manufacturing and Food and Beverage Services

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