Packaging Planner

JUST INGREDIENTS INC • Orem, UT

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Just Ingredients – a health and wellness e-commerce company – we believe that nourishing your body with real ingredients is essential for living a healthy and fulfilling life. That’s why our products are made using carefully selected, whole-food ingredients. And our people are just as real as our ingredients – authentic, collaborative, and dedicated to fostering a workplace that inspires individuals and teams to reach their full potential. Our Supply Chain team keeps Just Ingredients running smoothly from the inside out. We are a collaborative, detail-oriented group focused on operational excellence across sourcing, planning, and fulfillment. As we continue to scale, packaging plays a critical role in protecting our products, communicating our brand, and meeting the demands of a growing customer base. This team values accountability, cross-functional partnership, and a proactive mindset.

Requirements

• 1 to 3 years of experience in packaging procurement, purchasing, or a related supply chain role
• Familiarity with packaging materials and formats common to CPG, e-commerce, or supplement manufacturing (e.g., pouches, bottles, labels, boxes, mailers)
• Experience working with ERP or procurement systems (NetSuite, SAP, or similar preferred)
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret cost data, forecast trends, and support negotiations
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail — you manage multiple vendors and open orders simultaneously without letting anything fall through
• Clear and professional communicator across suppliers, internal stakeholders, and cross-functional teams
• A proactive, problem-solving mindset — you anticipate supply risks and act before they become issues

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with cGMP, FDA labeling requirements, or supplement industry compliance is a plus
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard packaging suppliers aligned with Just Ingredients’ quality, cost, and sustainability standards
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure continuity of supply, competitive pricing, and responsive service
• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and lead corrective action processes when needed
• Continuously benchmark the supplier landscape for innovation, cost efficiency, and supply risk mitigation
• Create, issue, and manage purchase orders for all packaging materials in alignment with production schedules and inventory targets
• Track open orders from confirmation through delivery, resolving discrepancies, delays, or shortages proactively
• Maintain accurate PO records and documentation within company ERP or procurement systems
• Communicate order status updates to cross-functional partners including operations, product, and demand planning
• Collaborate with demand and production planning teams to forecast packaging material needs and maintain appropriate safety stock levels
• Monitor inventory levels and lead times to prevent stockouts or excess, adjusting procurement strategies accordingly
• Support S&OP processes by providing packaging supply data and surfacing potential constraints in advance
• Reconcile physical inventory counts against system records and investigate discrepancies
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with packaging vendors to achieve cost targets while maintaining quality and supply reliability
• Analyze unit costs, volume pricing, and total cost of ownership to support data-driven sourcing decisions
• Identify and implement cost savings opportunities through supplier consolidation, specification optimization, or process improvement
• Track and report packaging spend against budget, escalating variances with recommended corrective action
• Partner with the quality team to establish and enforce packaging specifications, inspection criteria, and approval workflows
• Coordinate supplier documentation requirements including COAs, material safety data sheets, and regulatory certifications
• Support new packaging development projects by managing samples, lead times, and supplier communication during qualification
• Ensure all packaging materials meet applicable regulatory, cGMP, and brand standards prior to approval for production use

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Life Insurance
• 401K with company matching
• 4 weeks accrued PTO
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees