Inventory and Logistics Coordinator

Job Title: Inventory and Logistics Coordinator

TruRoots Company is a private equity backed CPG food and beverage company with thriving, category leading brands consumers love. Were focused on accelerating growth through expanding our brand portfolios, which include R.W. Knudsen Family juices, Santa Cruz Organic beverages and apple sauces, TruRoots grains and private label customers.

Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Inventory and Logistics Coordinator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in managing purchase orders, coordinating shipments, maintaining inventory databases, and working closely with production and planning teams to ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of raw materials and finished goods. This role will focus on optimizing inventory management, improving service quality, and ensuring seamless logistics operations. This is a production environment role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Order Management: Create and manage purchase orders and blanket purchase orders based on production demand and forecast data, ensuring timely procurement of raw materials.
• Production Scheduling Support: Collaborate with the planning team to develop production schedules based on customer orders and availability of raw materials.
• Inventory Tracking & Database Maintenance: Update and maintain accurate inventory and shipment data in relevant databases to ensure real-time tracking and reporting.
• Shipment Coordination: Coordinate shipments, track progress, and ensure on-time deliveries to meet customer deadlines.
• Inventory Monitoring & Adjustments: Regularly monitor inventory levels and adjust based on demand, ensuring sufficient stock is available for production and customer requirements. Inclusive of regular cycle counts for inventory monitoring.
• Cost Reduction & Quality Improvement: Develop and implement strategies to reduce costs, improve quality of service, and streamline logistics and inventory management processes.
• Replenishment Analysis: Analyze and determine the replenishment needs for finished goods, ensuring that stock levels are maintained and potential shortages are avoided.
• Customer Logistics Communication: Act as the primary point of contact for corporate customer logistics, ensuring smooth communication and resolving any issues related to shipping, delivery, or inventory.
• Backhaul Scheduling: Schedule and manage backhaul logistics for the reuse program of raw material containers, including totes, drums, and bins.
• Issue Resolution: Proactively communicate with supervisors regarding any potential delays, shortages, or issues that may affect production timelines or customer satisfaction.
• Software Utilization: Use tools such as Discoverer, Proficy, Vista, Demand Caster, and NetSuite to manage inventory, place purchase orders, transfer orders, receive raw materials, and process credits and returns.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Strong understanding of inventory management, logistics coordination, and purchase order systems.
• Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) software such as Discoverer, Proficy, Vista, Demand Caster, or NetSuite.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze data to make informed decisions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to work collaboratively across teams.
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Experience with cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement strategies is a plus.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing, supply chain, or logistics role is preferred.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred).
• Minimum of 2-3 years of relevant experience in inventory and logistics coordination, production scheduling, or related roles.

Work Environment:

• This position may require occasional travel to suppliers, warehouses, or customer sites.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TruRoots Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants without regard to race, sex, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, national origin or ethnicity, age, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or veteran status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.