Job Description
Your Opportunity as the Contract Manufacturing Manager
Location: Orrville, Corporate Offices
Work Arrangements: Hybrid - onsite a minimum of 9 days a month primarily during core weeks as determined by the Company; maybe more as business need requires
In this role you will:
Responsible for the negotiation of contracts and developing SLED with identified co packers as needed
Accountable to ensure defined co pack processes are executed timely, accurately, and in a manner, which supports key supply chain activities, minimizes inventory costs and achieves service level expectations
Act as the primary point person on all contract manufacturing activities in your SBA/business area of responsibility.
Negotiate and secure pricing and create Blanket Purchase Agreements for all co pack providers
Act as the lead point person for the appropriate teams (Supply Planning, Marketing, Product Development, Quality, Innovation etc.) to assist in problem solving and resolving ongoing copacker issues
Lead cost reduction initiatives as required for assigned co pack providers
Direct the execution of new Innovation and Marketing initiatives for finished good requirements once cost and feasibility analyses have been completed, and initiatives have been approved
Ensure quotes for new business opportunities are competitive and completed in a timely manner
Ensure any new business requirements are effectively communicated and implemented with the assigned co packers
Maintain effective and timely communication with key functional SBA team members regarding new initiatives during the execution phase
Track and manage monthly purchase price variances (PPVs) and Spending of assigned co pack locations
Reduce overall consumer complaint/audit discrepancies vs prior year for each assigned co pack location
Manage other key projects as assigned.
Execute Quarterly Scorecard Review Meetings with co pack providers
The Right Role for You
We are bold, kind, strive to do the right thing, we play to win, and we believe in a strong community that thrives together. Our culture is rooted in our Basic Beliefs, and we believe in supporting every employee by meeting their physical, emotional, and financial needs.
What we are looking for:
Minimum Requirements:
Bachelor's degree
At least 5 years of experience in Operations, Purchasing, Contract Manufacturing, or Supply Chain
Generally, high technical proficiencies (ERP Systems, Excel, etc)
Strong negotiating skills
Excellent communication/relationship building skills
Strong project management capabilities
Effective organizational skills
Proficient analytical and decision-making skills
Ability to handle stress
Self-directed work style
Prior experience managing people
Capable of demonstrating and lifting objects of up to 25 pounds
Willingness to travel up to 25%
Learn more about working at Smucker:
Helping our Employees Thrive
Delivering on Our Purpose
Our Continued Commitment to Ensuring a Workplace for All
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The J. M. Smucker Company (the “Company”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No person will be discriminated against in hiring or in any other aspect of their employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, transgender status, marital status, familial status, disability, genetic information, protected veteran/military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
