• Adapts well to changes in assignments and priorities; adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles; approaches change positively and adjusts behaviors accordingly.

• Clearly conveys and receives information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the listener, helps them understand and retain the message, and invites response and feedback. Keeps others informed as appropriate. Demonstrates good written, oral, and listening skills

• Breaks down problems into components and recognizes interrelationships; makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions. Compares data, information, and input from a variety of sources to draw conclusions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences.

• Shows ability to plan, schedule, direct work of self and others; balances task requirements and individual abilities; organizes materials to accomplish tasks; sets challenging yet achievable goals for self and others.

• Effectively exploring alternatives and positions to reach agreements and solutions that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.

• Communicates a vision and inspires motivation; engages with others (direct-reports and peers) in team process to solve problems; works to find a win/win resolution of differences; is aware of how management style impacts staff productivity and development; modifies leadership style to meet situational requirements; helps team stay focused on major goals while managing within a context of multiple directives.

• Keeps the organization's mission, vision, and values at the forefront of employee decision making and actions; ensures alignment of organization's strategic plan and company practices with vision, mission and values.

• Maintain accurate inventory and oversee accurate and timely transactions of all inventory movement through the ERP system; this includes entering, picking, staging, shipping, and processing transfer orders; creating and processing of production batch tickets for internal production as well as production at contract manufacturers (addressing/escalating issues as they arise); entering, receiving, and process of transfer orders back to our warehouse
• Lead or participate in cross-functional teams and work closely with contract manufacturers and 3PL's to achieve superior levels of performance in quality, delivery, cost management and service
• Facilitate communication and alignment of contract manufactured items with CD&D, Finance and Operations
• Ensure all goods produced through and information supplied by internal production teams as well as contract manufacturers and 3PL's meet quality/food safety requirements, as well as manufacturing process requirements
• Ensures that all tactical elements of contract manufacturing are accurately and efficiently executed
• Coordinates movement and storage of raw/packaging materials and finished goods between main warehouse, contract manufacturers, and third party warehouses with other key stakeholders to ensure that all quality/food safety, production, customer, and other needs are met
• Reconciles inventory reported by contract manufactures/third party warehouses with inventory reflected in ERP system (addressing/escalating issues as they arise), as well as ensures all requirements of the in-house cycle count programs are met
• Trains and develops material handler team using CCD tools and best practices
• Coordinates and leads material handler team to make sure all responsibilities, duties, and expectations are being met
• Ensures all recording keeping and document procedures/requirements within job function are followed in regards to handling, storing, and retention
• Maintains a continuous improvement mentality, and fosters/encourages that mentality with the material handling team and others
• Leads the development and execution of corporate, site, and departmental policies and procedures related to contract manufacturing and 3PL's
• Personally abide by and enforce ethical practice in all dealings with contract manufacturers/3PL's
• Develop and maintain documents pertaining to all contract manufacturing and 3PL functions
• Participates in Performance Excellence and supports different PE initiatives
• Ensure all safety protocols/procedures are being followed and all safety requirements within work area are being met
• Maintain authorization to operate forklifts, scissor lifts, and powered pallet jacks
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Minimum of 5 years experience in a manufacturing environment
• Must be a self-starter (highly motivated) who can work independently or as a part of a team.
• Assertive indirect/influence leadership qualities
• Results driven and focused on quality
• Project management mentality and ability to contribute in a cross functional collaborative environment
• Strong analytical, organizational, negotiation and PC skills required
• Standing for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 55 Lbs
• Must be able to repetitively lift 50 Lbs

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