Raw Material & Packaging Planner

Why We Exist and What We Do:At Dr. Squatch (www.drsquatch.com), we’re raising the bar on men’s personal care with our line of natural, high-performance products. We’re on a high-growth, fast-moving ride, continually introducing new product categories, launching into retailers nationwide, and growing internationally. We have been recognized and certified by Great Place to Work® multiple times, and we achieved status as a certified B Corp in 2023. We are looking for passionate, talented people who want to join us in our mission to inspire and educate men to be happier and healthier!About the Role:Our soap manufacturing facility in Brea is seeking a Raw Material & Packaging Planner to manage the forecasting, inventory levels, and supply continuity of raw materials, including oils, fragrances, colorants, and packaging components, that keep our production lines running smoothly. This role is critical to ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time - balancing warehouse space and shifting priorities with the efficiency demands of production.This role will report to the Operations Planning Sr. Manager.This is a full-time, on-site role with company benefits based out of our manufacturing facility in Brea, CA.The anticipated base compensation for this role will be $80,000 - $95,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and local market rates.What You'll Do:Develop and maintain raw material forecasts based on production schedules, consumption, and historical usage trendsDetermine and continuously adjust reorder points and order quantities for raw materials based on forecasted production needs and supplier-specific lead timesManage inventory on hand, including maintaining safety stock levels for raw materials + packaging held both at the manufacturing site and off-site warehouse location(s), balancing service-level requirements against carrying costCoordinate logistics and inventory transfers between the manufacturing facility and off-site warehouse(s), ensuring materials are repositioned ahead of production needs and transportation is scheduled efficientlyCollaborate with production planning, procurement, and quality assurance teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedulesTrack supplier lead times, performance, and reliability; escalate risks to supply continuityAnalyze material consumption data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvementsMaintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, or similar) for material planning and inventory transactionsManage material expiration dates and rotation (FIFO/FEFO) to minimize wasteCoordinate with warehouse teams on receiving, storage, and cycle countsAssist in resolving material shortages, quality holds, or supplier disruptionsPrepare regular reports on inventory status, material spend, and planning KPIsSupport the Production Planner as needed, providing raw material availability insights to inform production scheduling decisions + feasibilityAbout You:Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)2+ years of experience in materials planning, procurement, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing environmentAbility to adapt quickly to changing business priorities and adjust in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Proven ability to manage multiple and competing prioritiesStrong planning, organizational and analytical skillsOutstanding communication (oral and written) skills, with ability to: collaborate effectively with peers across multiple areas of the business, communicate effectively and efficiently with external partners (suppliers etc.), and ability to efficiently communicate upwards with senior business leadersDetailed, organized, structured and efficient problem solver, able to quickly identify the most important things to focus on in an environment where things are rapidly changing every dayAble to …

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