Who We Are:
At JonnyPops, our team is empowered to make an impact at work every day from producing high-quality, innovative frozen novelties to spreading kindness one pop at a time. We look for bright and ambitious individuals who seek out challenges, thrive in fast-paced and high-growth environments, align with our core values, and get fulfilment from seeing their work transform the world around them.
Based in Elk River, MN, JonnyPops develops, manufactures, distributes, and markets frozen novelties. Retailers from coast to coast including Target, Costco, Publix, Kroger, Cub, along with thousands of regional and local grocers make JonnyPops part of their assortment.
Growing from a dorm room start-up in 2012, JonnyPop’ mission is to make "A Better Pop for a Better World!" JonnyPops leads the frozen novelties space in innovation and uses simple ingredients with no artificial dyes. Every pop stick includes a kind deed, spreading kindness every day.
Joining JonnyPops is an exciting opportunity to be part of high-growth brand and have a direct impact on the company’s success. Join our team and help us make “A Better Pop, for a Better World!”
Job Summary
As a Supply Chain Planner, you will support our Supply Chain Team in planning and procuring goods and materials necessary for our operations. You will be integral to maintaining the seamless flow of our supply chain, ensuring inventory is properly managed, cost effectively, and aligned with our strategic goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create and manage purchase orders, track shipments, and ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining accurate records.
- Act as a trouble shooter, identifying and resolving plant shortage related challenges swiftly and effectively.
- Maintain and manage ERP system, NetSuite, for proper item set up and inventory management based on business needs.
- Assist in the development and execution of procurement strategies that support business objectives.
- Champion continuous process improvement by identifying areas of efficiency enhancement and implementing innovative solutions.
- Gather and evaluate supplier information, such as lead times, product specifications, and delivery terms.
- Track and report key performance indicators, such as inventory turn ratio, obsolescence, and freight costs.
Food Safety Responsibilities
- Be familiar with the supplier review and approval process, for efficient management of the supply chain process.
- Coordinate with QA team as needed in decision-making about emergency suppliers and discontinuation of suppliers failing to meet pre-defined specifications.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field is preferred.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis.
- Familiarity with procurement and inventory management software; Oracle NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices.
- Highly ethical and able to maintain confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
- A minimum of one year experience required in procurement, purchasing, and inventory management
Additional Requirements
- Must be well-organized with exceptional attention to detail ensuring accuracy in procurement processes and documentation.
- A solution-focused mindset with the ability to prioritize and tackle problems creatively and effectively.
- An attitude and commitment to JonnyPops’ kindness and community values.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with suppliers, internal teams, and stakeholders.
- Self-starter with a high degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently.
- Maintains a high level of professional standards (honesty, integrity, professional appearance, demeanor, dependability, and conflict resolution).
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
Experience:
- Procurement: 1 year (Required)
- Purchasing: 1 year (Required)
- Inventory management: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person