Senior Manager, Raw Material Buying & Inventory Strategy

Keurig Dr Pepper•Burlington, MA

10d•$130,700 - $150,000

About The Position

The Senior Manager, Raw Material Buying & Inventory Strategy leads a team of 10+ buyers responsible for ensuring uninterrupted raw material supply for more than 12 billion cups annually across the U.S. manufacturing network. The role owns raw material replenishment strategy, inventory optimization, working capital management, material availability, and supply risk mitigation, partnering closely with Demand Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, and Supply Planning teams. The position is accountable for approximately $80M in inventory investment and translates business demand into inventory and replenishment strategies that support service, operational performance, and working capital objectives. Keurig Dr Pepper is a beverage company with more than 150 owned, licensed, and partner brands, a North American refreshment beverage business, and a global coffee business spanning more than 100 markets. Its more than 50,000 employees aim to enhance beverage and coffee occasions while making a positive impact for people, communities, and the planet. The company describes its culture as supportive of employee growth and development and offers programs for professional growth and well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or a related field.
5+ years of experience in supply chain planning, materials management, inventory management, buying, or related functions.
3+ years of people leadership experience, including coaching, developing, and managing high-performing teams.
Proven experience balancing service, inventory, working capital, and supply risk in a complex manufacturing network.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Strong analytical skills and ability to use data to drive business decisions and operational improvements.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
Proven ability to lead, develop, and inspire high-performing teams in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to balance service, inventory, and business objectives.
Ability to think strategically and drive outcomes across an integrated end-to-end supply chain.
Excellent communication and influencing skills, with the ability to align stakeholders across all organizational levels.
Demonstrated financial acumen and experience managing inventory, working capital, and operational trade-offs.
Strong continuous improvement mindset and experience driving process optimization and operational excellence.
Ability to navigate ambiguity, prioritize competing demands, and lead through change.
Results-oriented leadership focused on execution, accountability, and business outcomes.

Nice To Haves

Supply chain, materials, inventory, or buying experience in a manufacturing or consumer packaged goods environment.
Experience with SAP.
Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence tools.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and develop a team of 10+ buyers supporting raw material purchasing and replenishment for U.S. manufacturing operations.
Drive a high-performance culture focused on service, inventory optimization, working capital, and continuous improvement.
Own raw material buying strategies supporting production of 12B+ cups annually across the U.S. network.
Manage approximately $80M in raw material inventory and working capital investment.
Develop replenishment, safety stock, and inventory strategies that balance service, risk, and inventory efficiency.
Monitor material availability, identify supply risks, and execute mitigation plans to protect production and customer service.
Lead material prioritization and allocation decisions during constrained supply situations.
Partner closely with Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Planning, and Operations to align material strategies and business priorities.
Support new product launches, product transitions, promotional activities, and discontinuations through effective inventory and replenishment planning.
Improve material flow, inventory health, and lead-time performance while minimizing aged and obsolete inventory.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for shortages, excess inventory, and service disruptions.
Develop and monitor KPIs related to service, inventory turns, working capital, and material availability.
Identify and implement process improvements that enhance supply chain performance, scalability, and resilience.