Supply Chain Manager

Transylvania Vocational Services•Brevard, NC

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Supply Chain Manager! At ALULA , we’re looking for a driven and collaborative professional to help lead our Procurement and Inventory functions. In this role, you’ll make a meaningful impact by ensuring materials flow smoothly through our operations while building strong supplier partnerships and supporting our growing business. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy balancing strategy with hands-on execution, we’d love to meet you! Core Competencies Successful candidates will bring: Excellent, proactive communication skills Strong project management and multitasking ability Comfort working in a rapidly changing environment Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate with vendors Sound judgment and strong decision-making skills The ability to organize priorities and manage competing responsibilities Working knowledge of manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles A focus on cost savings and efficient resource utilization The ability to analyze production data to improve operations and reduce costs Experience evaluating equipment, processes, and procedures for optimal performance A commitment to meeting or exceeding customer delivery expectations A passion for cultivating a positive, innovative work environment A self-motivated, adaptable mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field and 3 years of experience in a production management role within manufacturing/packaging OR High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 6 years of relevant production management experience in food manufacturing/packaging
Excellent, proactive communication skills
Strong project management and multitasking ability
Comfort working in a rapidly changing environment
Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to negotiate with vendors
Sound judgment and strong decision-making skills
The ability to organize priorities and manage competing responsibilities
Working knowledge of manufacturing and Continuous Improvement principles
A focus on cost savings and efficient resource utilization
The ability to analyze production data to improve operations and reduce costs
Experience evaluating equipment, processes, and procedures for optimal performance
A commitment to meeting or exceeding customer delivery expectations
A passion for cultivating a positive, innovative work environment
A self-motivated, adaptable mindset with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Nice To Haves

3+ years of purchasing experience
Experience with Sage or similar accounting platforms
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems

Responsibilities

Oversee all aspects of Procurement and Inventory
Lead the Inventory Control team and Buyers
Forecast demand and ensure timely delivery of ingredients and components to support production
Partner closely with Operations to identify and communicate potential supply risks
Develop and maintain a strong, resilient supplier network
Support Buyers in negotiating pricing and terms to meet material KPIs
Communicate vendor quality issues and drive timely resolution
Maintain and manage the approved supplier list and lead times
Establish and maintain reorder points and quantities to achieve Inventory Turns KPIs
Ensure ingredients and packaging are available for upcoming production runs
Maintain the Finished Product Schedule and communicate production goals
Build strong relationships with customers regarding orders, changes, and fulfillment
Support Business Development with customer communications related to supply delays
Contribute to and maintain QMS documentation related to Production and Shipping/Receiving
Maintain accurate Bills of Materials
Communicate and reinforce company mission, policies, and regulatory requirements
Develop Contract Manufacturing Agreements with external partners
Negotiate and maintain supplier contracts in accordance with requirements
Monitor supplier performance including quality and delivery
Coordinate vendor returns and resolve invoice discrepancies
Perform other duties as assigned