Overview:
The Materials Planner/Buyer role is responsible for ordering ingredients, packaging materials and or supplies while also performing inventory maintenance, maintaining vendor relations, and participating in the supplier evaluation process.
Responsibilities:
- Support brewing operations with material planning and replenishment procurement for direct materials, indirect materials, ingredients, packaging materials and supplies
- Maintain adequate supplies of all necessary items based on material requirements planning (MRP) review
- Utilize VicinityBrew or similar ERP to accurately and precisely input data to reflect inventory movements
- Serve as the main ordering contact between vendors and internal team
- Ensure purchase pricing is maintained and reflects contracted rates
- Partner with company suppliers to manage production and quality issues as they arise
- Manage off-site inventory as required and ensure timely delivery of materials based on systematic purchase orders
- Engage with leadership to ensure accurate forecasting of usage and consistent supply
- Ensure prompt review of all material requirement notices, on-time placement and delivery of purchase orders, and monitor order status/shipments
- Comply with all aspects of supply agreements pertaining to timeliness of forecasts, purchase orders, pricing, and contractual minimums
- Monitor status of planned receipts to ensure supplier adherence to schedule and quantity requirements, escalating issues and expediting as necessary
- Engage assigned suppliers to ensure reliable delivery and quality, escalating issues and expediting as necessary
- Facilitate scheduling inbound and outbound freight shipments.
- Oversee and facilitate accurate inventory counts as required by law.
- Occasionally represent The Nations Brewing Company and its brand family at events.
Requirements:
- Education: Bachelor's degree preferably in Supply Chain, Manufacturing/Operational Management
- Experience: 3-5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within food, beverage, or alcohol industry or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Computer Skills: Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook), Experience with brewery ERP (e.g. VicinityBrew, Vicinity Manufacturing, Ekos, OBeer, Crafted)
- Demonstrated ability in creative problem-solving and is solutions-oriented
- Team player with a focus on collaboration
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills• Ability to influence and build strong relationships
- Strong sense of urgency with ability to prioritize effectively and drive results in a fast-paced environment
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $55,502.89 - $64,863.70 per year
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)
- Procurement: 3 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Nashville, TN 37209 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Nashville, TN 37209: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person