Supply Chain Associate

About the Company

The company is a rapidly expanding food business focused on launching inventive, premium products. It blends culinary innovation with strong supply chain execution and is looking for a proactive professional to support its growth.

Role Overview

This position is a practical, hands-on supply chain role within a manufacturing setting. The associate will help manage the full supply chain flow, including ERP administration, inventory coordination, purchasing support, logistics, and continuous improvement across planning and production processes.

Core Responsibilities

• Keep ERP records accurate and up to date across production and supply chain functions.
• Record, monitor, and report production orders, bills of materials, and inventory movements.
• Review ERP transactions carefully to spot and fix data issues before they affect operations or reporting.
• Work with internal teams to close system or process gaps and improve ERP workflows.
• Track raw materials, packaging supplies, and finished goods inventory to maintain healthy stock levels.
• Set and maintain reorder thresholds for packaging items so production is not interrupted.
• Perform cycle counts and resolve differences between physical inventory and ERP data.
• Create inventory controls that help lower waste and improve stock reliability.
• Prepare and manage purchase orders for suppliers in both domestic and international markets.
• Work with suppliers on pricing, lead times, and commercial terms to support cost and availability goals.
• Develop and sustain strong supplier partnerships for dependable supply.
• Coordinate shipments across the Tijuana and Los Angeles corridor, along with freight and parcel deliveries to customers.
• Assess carriers, routes, and shipping approaches to improve efficiency and reduce transportation spend.
• Build production schedules that align demand forecasts with material availability.
• Track planned versus actual production, identify variances, and flag issues early.
• Refine processes that detect planning or production mismatches before they become larger problems.
• Study forecast accuracy and suggest changes that reduce the risk of shortages or excess stock.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a similar field is required.
• At least 4 years of experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing is needed.
• Practical experience using ERP platforms such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar systems in a production environment.
• Solid knowledge of inventory management, production planning, and procurement practices.
• Prior exposure to cross-border logistics between Mexico and the United States is strongly preferred.
• Advanced working ability with Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.
• Full professional fluency in Spanish and English, both spoken and written, is essential.
• Candidates should be based in Tijuana and able to travel to Los Angeles 2 to 3 days each week.

Preferred Background

• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience in the food and beverage or consumer goods sector.

Benefits and Offer

• Pay will be competitive and aligned with the candidate's experience.
• The role offers the chance to contribute to a fast-moving, entrepreneurial team in the food industry.
• There is cross-border exposure and room for career development in a scaling business.
• The workplace is collaborative, inclusive, and mission-focused.
• Benefits include 401(k), dental insurance, family leave, health insurance, and paid time off.

Work Location

The position is hybrid, with in-person work in Santa Fe Springs 2 to 3 times per week.

Application Instructions

Interested candidates should send a resume or portfolio along with a brief note explaining their interest in the role by email.