Supply Planning Manager

About Spindrift

At Spindrift, we’re making every beverage a positive force of nature. Founded in 2010, we believe the best flavors come directly from nature. That’s why every Spindrift beverage is made the hard way—with real squeezed fruit, never from concentrate. From sourcing the best-tasting fruit globally to maintaining a carefully honed manufacturing process, we believe in doing things the hard way, the intentional way, the better albeit more challenging way, the right way – because, in the end, it's worth it. Spindrift® sparkling water is available nationwide, while Spindrift Soda and Spindrift Spiked® hard seltzer are available in select markets. We are also a proud member of 1% for the Planet, donating to environmental causes. Spindrift is headquartered in Newton, MA.

The Supply Planning Manager Role

We’re looking for 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.  It is understood that this position will play a key role in - and be accountable for - 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
• Drive inventory control and inventory accuracy improvements with both raw materials and finished good across the network of copackers and 3PLs
• Communicate thoroughly across functions, specifically with Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales
• Actively communicate and work with supplier & copacker partners to ensure timelines are met
• Annual and monthly cost planning and cost analysis ownership with accountability to meet monthly and annual COGS goals
• 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.
• Improve collaboration across the leadership team, particularly around forecasting/demand planning and new product introductions.
• Drive productivity initiatives that reduce costs while enhancing customer service.

The fast-paced growth of our business will require a candidate who will be able to draw from a depth of experience to organize and prioritize and manage through everyday challenges while seeking to build capabilities and processes ahead of where we are today.

• Experience: Minimum of 5 years of demand planning experience in a consumer products company, preferably in the beverage or food industry.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; advanced degree or certification (e.g., APICS, CPIM) is a plus.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Netsuite, or similar); advanced Excel skills required.
• Analytical Skills: Strong ability to analyze complex data sets, identify trends, and translate insights into actionable plans.
• Communication: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate across departments and present insights to leadership.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive approach to identifying and resolving production and supply chain challenges.
• Detail-Oriented: 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.

The salary range for this position is $110,000 to $130,000 and is dependent upon the candidate’s experience prior to joining Spindrift. In addition, we offer the following compensation and 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
• A host of voluntary benefits including but not limited to additional life insurance, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance
• 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