Supply Planning Manager
About Spindrift
Founded in 2010, Spindrift believes the best flavors come directly from nature. Every Spindrift beverage is made using real squeezed fruit, not from concentrate. Spindrift® sparkling water is available nationwide, while Spindrift Soda and Spindrift Spiked® hard seltzer are available in select markets. As a proud member of 1% for the Planet, Spindrift donates to environmental causes. Headquartered in Newton, MA.
Supply Planning Manager Role
We are seeking a team-oriented individual to join our Supply Chain in-house operations. This position is responsible for owning all facets of production scheduling & planning, MRP accuracy & execution, strategic production allocation decisions, communication with supplier & copacker partners, and transactional execution of ERP inventory movements. This role plays a key role in achieving annual company goals as they pertain to sales, margin, and customer service.
Responsibilities
- Ownership of supply chain planning inclusive of MRP, purchasing execution, production planning and product allocation
- Work with the Sales, Sourcing & Supply Chain Planning teams to properly order materials and ingredients in both short-term and long-range planning to ensure purchasing execution aligns with forecasted demand
- Identify best practices and oversee transactional execution and system management of a NetSuite inventory management system
- Communicate thoroughly across functions, specifically with Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales
- Actively communicate and work with supplier & copacker partners to ensure timelines are met
- Achieve overall corporate as well as specific functional goals
- Identify opportunities to improve procedures and policies that add value to the business
- Elevate organizational and process capabilities across all aspects of the end-to-end supply chain
- Establish one, three and five-year operating plans that provide a roadmap for the optimal planning footprint of the future and investments/capabilities required to scale the business
- Drive productivity initiatives that reduce costs while enhancing customer service
Requirements
- Minimum of 5 years of demand planning experience in a consumer products company, preferably in the beverage or food industry
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., APICS, CPIM) is a plus
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Netsuite, or similar); advanced Excel skills required
- Strong analytical skills to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments and present insights to leadership
- Proactive approach to identifying and resolving production and supply chain challenges
- Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a fast-growing beverage company with a strong presence in the national retail market
- Collaborate with a passionate team dedicated to delivering high-quality products to consumers
- Competitive salary, benefits and opportunities for professional growth
- Dynamic and innovative work environment with a focus on operational excellence
Working Conditions
Ability to work in office in our Newton HQ at least 4 days per week.
Benefits
- Short-term incentive programs specific to level and department
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with a current employer contribution rate of 80% towards monthly premiums, regardless of plan type selected
- Company-paid life insurance, and a 401k retirement savings plan with a company match
- Monthly cell phone allowance
- Annual allowances for personal use of Spindrift product, health and wellness, professional development, and social justice education
- In addition to any paid leave benefits required by regulation, the company provides paid parental leave, vacation, sick, personal, bereavement, community service, and holiday time