Supply Chain Productivity & Solutions Manager

THE ROLE

The Supply Chain Productivity & Solutions Manager drives operational efficiency by identifying bottlenecks, designing cost-saving solutions, and deploying automation across the logistics network. This individual optimizes end-to-end supply chain operations by analyzing performance data, leading cross-functional projects, and aligning warehousing, packaging, materials, manufacturing, procurement, and transportation processes with business objectives. 

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment and brings a strong work ethic, strategic mindset, and sense of urgency. The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking professional who is passionate about driving operational excellence while helping us achieve both our business and social impact goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data Analytics & Reporting: Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to track productivity and operational health. Utilize data visualization platforms like Tableau or Power BI to model supply chain scenarios.
• Process Optimization: Identify inefficiencies in the supply chain. Redesign workflows to maximize throughput and minimize operational costs.
• Solution Design: Spearhead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of supply chain technologies, such as ERP , WMS (Warehouse Management Systems), and automation tools.
• Project Management: Lead cross-functional teams (including IT, procurement, and operations) to execute large-scale supply chain transformation projects from conception through to deployment.
• Continuous Improvement: Apply methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma to drive continuous improvement initiatives and standardize best practices across global or regional sites.
• Predictive Modeling: Use predictive modeling to forecast future demand and procurement needs.
• Problem-Solving: Collaborate with other departments to identify vulnerabilities and close operational gaps.
• Audits : Support compliance and performance audits across the sites across the supply chain.
• Technology Implementation : Support Identify/implement new technologies to drive effective and efficient processes.
• AI Product Strategy: Own and sequence the AI roadmap across demand forecasting, supply planning, manufacturing, and logistics.
• Business-to-AI Translation: Translate strategic goals (e.g., "reduce working capital") into technical parameters for AI models.
• Workflow Orchestration: Embed AI technologies into core supply chain software platforms.
• Change Management: Lead cross-functional adoption by building AI fluency, training operational teams, and turning human workers into AI system auditors.

REQUIREMENTS

• 8+ years of experience in an applicable role within the beverage/CPG industry.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration.
• Comfort with AI concepts, machine learning models, and workflow orchestration tools. Familiarity with ERP/WMS/TMS systems and data pipelines ( SQL/Python ) is a significant plus.
• Power BI & Tableau Experience
• Lean Six Sigma Experience
• EDI Experience 
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and external contacts (co-packers, 3PL’s).
• Demonstrated ability for strategic thinking with a willingness to perform tactical execution.
• Proven ability to develop strategic plans and manage implementation and execution, along with an ability to analyze data and identify root causes.
• Must have a collaborative style and an ability to persuade, motivate in all directions within the organization – to sell up, to motivate down, and to cross sell to peers is essential to success.
• Strong analytical skills with advanced  MS Excel skills is a must (Macro, Access Data Base)
• Experience with  NetSuite systems or any other  ERP system strongly preferred.
• Exceptional analytical problem-solving, stakeholder management, and the ability to clearly communicate complex operational strategies to executive leadership.
• Ability to travel up to 25% for supplier visits, team off-sites