Senior Analyst, Supply Chain

ABOUT KATE FARMS

Kate Farms is a company with heart. Our company was founded on the belief that good nutrition leads to good health, and good health opens the door to endless possibilities. That’s why our mission is to make nutrition the cornerstone of healthcare so people can live their best lives. We are a medical food company that makes complete nutrition formulas for people who have a medical need for liquid nutrition. 

Kate Farms works to be the place where a diverse mix of talented individuals want to come, stay, and do their best work. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is at the core of Kate Farms’ values. We are an equal-opportunity employer and fully focused on equality; we believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We invite you to do the best work of your life with us at Kate Farms.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Senior Supply Chain Analyst will own all Supply Chain data and data analysis.  They will be responsible for cleaning and analyzing data, as well as reporting on key performance indicators (KPI’s) and identifying areas for improvement.  The KPI’s will include customer service, warehouse performance, manufacturing supplier performance, customer and supplier contract adherence, cost of goods sold, production schedule adherence, manufacturer and warehouse capacity tracking, and forecast accuracy. 

In addition, they will work closely with Procurement and Finance to identify areas of opportunity for cost reductions, and develop and implement plans to exceed gross margin and EBITDA targets.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Data analysis:

Collecting, cleaning, and analyzing large datasets related to inventory levels, supplier performance, transportation costs, and customer demand to identify trends and patterns. 

Performance metrics:

Tracking key performance indicators (KPIs) such as lead times, on-time delivery rates, inventory turnover, and cost per unit to measure supply chain efficiency. 

Cost optimization:

Identifying opportunities to reduce costs throughout the supply chain and provide data to the CS&IL and Procurement teams to support negotiations and optimization of transportation routes and inventory levels. 

Demand forecasting:

Utilizing statistical models to predict future demand and ensure appropriate inventory levels are maintained. 

Risk management:

Identifying potential disruptions in the supply chain, such as supplier delays or natural disasters, and developing mitigation strategies. 

Process improvement:

Analyzing current supply chain processes and recommending improvements to streamline operations and eliminate inefficiencies. 

Collaboration:

Working with cross-functional teams including procurement, operations, sales, and logistics to implement supply chain improvements. 

Reporting and presentation:

Creating comprehensive reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to senior management. 

WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO

·        Has a bachelor’s degree in a Supply Chain related field, Statistics, or equivalent. 

·        Has excellent data manipulation skills, including the creation of forecasting and MRP models in Excel.

·        Has strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

·        Has excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.

·        Has demonstrated proficiency in supply and production planning within an ERP system.

·        Has knowledge of product standard cost development and cost accounting in a manufacturing environment preferred.

·        Has excellent Windows and Microsoft Office skills, Excel and PowerPoint.

·        Has working knowledge of accounting and reporting information systems is a plus.

·        Has strong commitment to company mission and values.

·        Is able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

·        Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

·        Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 12 pounds.

·        While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs.

·        Possess the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

This position will work in a home/office environment with occasional trips to corporate office, or other meeting locations. 

It is Kate Farms policy that any position that requires regular interaction with healthcare professionals require that, if hired, you be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation due to sincerely held religious beliefs, medical needs, or other reasons protected by applicable federal, state, and local law.

Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component that together comprise the On-Target-Earnings (OTE). Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of equity.

The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below. This range represents the lowest to highest salary range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.  All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification.

$88,500 - $105,000 USD

For full-time salaried or hourly workers, our total rewards package also include the option to enroll in a company-matched 401k plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.  Employees will also receive a generous  PTO benefit with a starting accrual of 15 days per year (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure),  two weeks of paid “Refresh” leave, 80 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.  Kate Farms offers a range of other benefits offered with an emphasis on employee well-being such as paid disability leave, paid parental / pregnancy leave, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.