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We are seeking a Supply Chain Manager who will work closely with operations and finance to optimize

Catalina’s financial performance and supply chain functionality. Depending on experience and capability, the role may involve any or all of the following responsibilities, which are priorities within our organization. The successful candidate is preferred to have experience in a similar role and encompass all areas described, preferably in a food manufacturing/processing or related business.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to sustain and improve the existing supply chain
• Evaluate sales and operations planning (S&OP) to determine daily and weekly production plans
• Perform materials requirement planning (MRP) and procure materials while minimizing inventory and avoiding production downtime or negatively impacting case fill rates (CFR) due to material shorts
• Maintain accurate inventory accounting including tracking material movements to production, finished goods production, and inter-warehouse inventory transfers
• Ensure material handling activities, processes and procedures are consistent with production, finance, and supply chain objectives
• Reconcile inventory balances and identify the root cause of variances
• Build, maintain and edit Bills of Materials as necessary
• Establish, maintain, and report performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting production, financial performance, and the supply chain.
• Ensure warehousing activities, processes and procedures are consistent with production, finance, and supply chain objectives
• Develop and maintain detailed inventories of materials and supplies
• Maintain the required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production.
• Analyze current inventories and procedures; suggest improvements to increase the efficiency of the supply chain and profitability for the company
• Develop policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implement subsequent changes to processes.
• The current logistic strategy is minimal but anticipated to increase. Identify profitable shipment and transportation alternatives as necessary
• Assess the need for material-handling equipment and staffing; make recommendations to ensure efficient loading, unloading, movement, recording, and storage of materials
• Negotiate prices for raw materials and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies
• Participate as an advisor to leadership and sales related to product development or geographic expansion, providing information and guidance on the availability and cost of materials, transportation, etc.
• Monitor the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identify and qualify new suppliers in collaboration with other departments
• Recommend strategic sourcing alternatives

Skills/Abilities:

• Fluent in both Spanish and English
• Knowledge of food processing
• Production management
• Supply chain experience
• Materials inventory, procurement
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Thorough understanding of company products and logistics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, QuickBooks

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Education beyond high school preferred
• At least five years of supply chain experience is required
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and QuickBooks

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be physically able to perform material handling when needed
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to lift 25 pounds at a time

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10-hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Tampa, FL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 2 years (Preferred)
• Supply chain: 5 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

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