Analysis Skills, Cross-Functional, Data Management, Detail Oriented, Distribution Channel, Distribution Control, Food Production, Forecasting, Inventory Levels, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Leadership, Logistics, Logistics Analysis, Logistics Management, Manufacturing, Pricing, Procurement Management, Production Control, Production Schedule, Project Planning, Project Schedule, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Assurance, Record Keeping, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Supply Chain Management, Trend Analysis
Join our team as a Supply Chain Manager
You will take ownership of a high-impact national rollout initiative. In this role, you'll lead the entire logistics lifecycle--from raw material forecasting and procurement to production scheduling, inventory control, and outbound distribution. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure seamless operations, leveraging data-driven insights to optimize efficiency and mitigate risks. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional with strong project management skills and a passion for driving operational excellence in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Position Summary
The Logistics Project Manager oversees end-to-end logistics for a major national rollout initiative. This role manages forecasting, procurement, raw material flow, production scheduling alignment, outbound/inbound logistics, and inventory planning with external partners. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly analytical, and experienced in logistics, scheduling, and project management within a manufacturing or food production setting.
Key Responsibilities
Logistics & Scheduling
- Manage the full logistics lifecycle: raw material forecasting and purchasing, inbound deliveries, production alignment, finished goods storage, and outbound shipping.
- Maintain real-time visibility into production needs, inventory levels, and shipment timing.
- Coordinate closely with third party vendors, storage, and other distribution partners.
Procurement Alignment
- Responsible for the procurement of the main raw materials for this program
- Track lead times, pricing, minimums, and availability; escalate risks proactively.
- Ensure materials arrive in alignment with production schedules to prevent shortages or overstock.
Project Management
- Own the logistics workflow from start to finish for the designated product line.
- Create and maintain project plans, timelines, and progress updates.
- Identify risks, constraints, and bottlenecks; propose solutions to maintain schedule integrity.
Data & Inventory Management
- Maintain accurate records of inbound/outbound product movement.
- Use analytics to forecast needs, identify trends, and optimize logistics efficiency.
- Track inventory across production and distribution points.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with production, QA, purchasing, scheduling, and leadership teams.
- Serve as the central communication point for all logistics activities related to the assigned projects.