Packaging Sourcing Manager

Packaging Sourcing Manager

Walnut Creek

BUILT ON FLAVOR. FUELED BY PEOPLE.

What's it like to work at Kinder's? Well, there's a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. Beyond that, there's also plenty of hard work. Because we don't just like flavor, we're obsessed with it.

With over 100 products sold nationwide, we're now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco, Walmart, Whole Foods, and more. We're not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder-led, we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable.

As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue, we need more smart-and-scrappy, flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If you're looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work... this is it! Every day, you'll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives.

How you'll have an impact at Kinder's:

As Packaging Sourcing Manager, you will lead Kinder's strategy and operations related to sourcing and managing packaging materials across our growing product portfolio. Your work will directly impact our ability to deliver high-quality, sustainably packaged products on time and at optimal cost. By developing strong supplier partnerships, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving process efficiencies, you will help Kinder's scale its impact while staying true to our values.

What You'll Be Doing:

Packaging Sourcing Strategy

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for packaging materials aligned with Kinder's business objectives.

• Identify and evaluate new suppliers, building a robust network of partners that can scale with Kinder's growth.

• Stay current on market trends, materials innovation, and best practices to inform sourcing decisions.

Supplier Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships with clear communication and mutual accountability.

• Negotiate contracts and terms with a focus on cost efficiency, quality, reliability, and delivery performance.

• Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and manage issue resolution when needed.

Supply Chain Optimization

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain activities for packagingfrom forecasting and demand planning to inventory and logistics coordination.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Product, and Finance to align on material needs and timing.

• Continuously seek opportunities to streamline processes and reduce supply chain risk.

Quality Assurance and Compliance

• Establish packaging specifications, in conjunction with Packaging Engineering to ensure materials meet Kinder's standards and relevant food industry regulations.

• Lead quality control initiatives to verify the consistency and integrity of packaging components.

• Monitor for regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance across all packaging sources.

Cost Optimization

• Analyze packaging cost structures and develop strategies to reduce spend without compromising quality.

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations to drive cost savings.

• Identify and implement process improvements that contribute to overall supply chain efficiency.

Sustainability Initiatives

• Support Kinder's sustainability goals by identifying and sourcing eco-friendly packaging materials.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement recycling and waste reduction initiatives.

• Track progress on sustainability KPIs and recommend innovations aligned with Kinder's environmental commitments.

What You Bring to the Table:

• Proven expertise in packaging sourcing, inventory planning and supply chain operations, especially within the food or consumer goods industry.

• Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution to manage both the big picture and the day-to-day.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners.

• Commitment to Kinder's values of ownership, agility, collaboration, and doing the right thing, especially when working with supplier partners and internal stakeholders.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's preferred.

• 57+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on packaging.

• Deep knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing technologies, and sustainability trends.

• Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships.

• Familiarity with quality control systems and food industry regulatory requirements.

• Proficient in supply chain planning tools and ERP systems.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.

Personal Characteristics:

• You are results-driven and take ownership of your responsibilities from start to finish.

• You operate with a high level of integrity, ensuring transparency in supplier and internal relationships.

• You thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and are motivated to continuously improve.

• You bring a collaborative spirit, welcoming input from others to solve complex challenges.

• You have a sustainability mindset and seek ways to minimize environmental impact through your work.

The expected starting salary range for this role is $125,000- $145,000 per year. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on the location of the role. The amount a particular employee will earn within the salary range will be based on factors such as relevant education, qualifications, performance and business needs.

SEASONED FOR SUCCESS:

• No two days here are the same.
• We try to be good team members and good communicators, but we don't live by hierarchy and structure everyone is a difference maker here.
• We make a lot of decisions in the face of incomplete information our team embraces ambiguity and tries to make good decisions fast rather than great decisions slow.
• We believe our job is to take smart risk, not to eliminate risk.
• We believe in growing our skills and becoming a better company with more managerial expertise, but we are an entrepreneurial company at heart.
• We aren't trying to be average we want to do exceptional things, and we are willing to work hard to achieve them.

BENEFITS THAT BRING MORE TO THE TABLE:

We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off, 401k, bonus / incentive eligibility, equity grants, competitive health benefits, and other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave. Kinder's benefits vary based on eligibility and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process.

OUR RECIPE FOR BALANCE:

We believe great culture starts with people. We're a people-first company built on connection, collaboration, and balance. Most of our work happens in the office to spark creativity and community, but we also offer flexibility so team members have the autonomy to work outside the office when needed to support their work-life balance and personal commitments.

WHERE EVERY INGREDIENT MATTERS:

Kinder's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, citizenship, marital status, religion, age, disability, gender identity, results of genetic testing, veteran status,