Supply Chain Manager

Lazarus Naturals is on a mission to make quality hemp-based CBD accessible to everybody. It’s why we own our manufacturing process from start to finish—beginning at our hemp farms in Central Oregon to our extraction, formulation, and packaging—all to deliver safe, effective CBD at an affordable price. We provide a 60% Assistance Program to veterans and individuals with disabilities or low-income because we believe everybody should be able to experience the benefits of CBD regardless.

We have a close-knit, fast-paced work environment with a fully-stocked kitchen, competitive pay and full benefits - and we’re looking for a talented Supply Chain Manager to join our team.

Beyond technical qualifications and sufficient experience requirements, we at Lazarus Naturals look for people who can thrive in our work environment and actively challenge themselves. We prioritize applicants who can illustrate their capacity to think critically, approach mistakes positively and constructively, as well as the ability to claim responsibility for their actions, whether good or bad. It is equally important that any applicant is able to exhibit an appreciation for proactive honesty and marked flexibility in the face of abrupt change. Moreover, we prefer applicants who share our passion and pride in the work we all contribute to as a team.

This position will report directly to Director of Supply Chain and be responsible for the following:

• Supports and executes the strategic sourcing plan for all materials, manufacturing equipment, and component parts.
• Negotiates agreements and terms with vendors, nurturing key relationships throughout the supply chain.
• Manages supply chain personnel to ensure proper inventory, ordering, receiving, storage and requisition processes are adhered to.
• Assists with development of the annual budget as well as periodic forecasts related to key financial data such as revenue, cost of goods sold, inventory, purchases, obsolescence, and transportation.
• Develops metrics for forecast accuracy, planning data integrity, S&OP performance, service and inventory accuracy.
• Assists with developing planning forecasts for supply chain capabilities and manufacturing capacities with emphasis on developing risk management programs for short-term, mid-term, and long-term horizons.
• Works across a variety of business functions, including Sales and Marketing, DevOps/Ecom, Quality, Production and Executive Teams to align demand and supply plans for services and products in multiple business units.
• Assists with designing and developing robust processes to ensure value added supply chain services.
• Assists with the design and development of business ERP system, as well as data-gathering tools and strategies.

Requirements

• Minimum five years managing global supply chain operations in a food/dietary supplement/pharmaceutical environment or similar industry. Candidates with ISO, ANSI, CGMP compliance background strongly preferred.
• Minimum five years leadership background managing Teams of 20 or more.
• 5+ years experience managing integrated supply chain operations including: import/export, inventory optimization, logistics, planning, budgeting, procurement, analytics, and business development operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of financial systems and the key drivers within the manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory control methodology, including inventory planning, forecasting, cost optimization and variance reconciliation in a manufacturing environment.
• High attention to detail, ability to multi-task and demonstrated ability to resolve complex problems and ensure critical deadlines are met throughout the supply chain.
• Ability to lead by example and facilitate collaboration with all Team Members.
• Excellent PC and technical skills (MS Office, Google Suite, ERP/WMS), including strong background in analytical spreadsheet applications.
• World-class writing, communication and math skills.
• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education, training and related work experience in an applicable industry.
• APICS, Lean Six Sigma and/or CSCP/CPSM/CPIM certification preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• Fully stocked kitchen
• 401K plan
• FSA & commuter benefits
• Employee development opportunities
• Company events

This is a full-time role based in Portland, Oregon. Interested parties are encouraged to send a cover letter detailing why you think you could be a great fit, along with an updated resume. Thanks, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Veterans strongly encouraged to apply.

Lazarus Naturals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.