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We’re on a high-growth, fast-moving ride, continually introducing new product categories, launching into retailers nationwide, and growing internationally. We have been recognized and certified by Great Place to Work® multiple times, and we achieved status as a certified B Corp in 2023. We are looking for passionate, talented people who want to join us in our mission to inspire and educate men to be happierand healthier!\nAbout the Role:\nOur soap manufacturing facility in Brea is seeking a Raw Material & Packaging Planner to manage the forecasting, inventory levels, and supply continuity of raw materials, including oils, fragrances, colorants, and packaging components, that keep our production lines running smoothly. This role is critical to ensuring the right materials are in the right place at the right time - balancing warehouse space and shifting priorities with the efficiency demands of production.\nThis role will report to the Operations Planning Sr. Manager.\nThis is a full-time, on-site role with company benefits based out of our manufacturing facility in Brea, CA. \nThe anticipated base compensation for this role will be $80,000 - $95,000. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience and local market rates.\nWhat You'll Do:\nDevelop raw material forecasts based on production schedules, consumption, and historical usage trends\nSet and continuously adjust reorder points and order quantities for raw materials based on forecasted production needs and supplier-specific lead times\nManage inventory on hand, including maintaining safety stock levels for raw materials + packaging held both at the manufacturing site and off-site warehouse location(s), balancing service-level requirements against carrying cost\nDecide when and how much inventory to reposition between the manufacturing facility and off-site warehouse(s), ensuring materials are repositioned ahead of production needs and transportation is scheduled efficiently\nCollaborate with production planning, procurement, and quality assurance teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules, recommending priorities when schedules and supply conflict\nEvaluate supplier lead times, performance, and reliability; escalate risks to supply continuity\nAnalyze material consumption data to identify trends and recommend cost-saving opportunities and process improvements\nMaintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, or similar) for material planning and inventory transactions\nManage material expiration dates and rotation (FIFO/FEFO) to minimize waste\nCoordinate with warehouse teams on receiving, storage, and cycle counts\nAssist in resolving material shortages, quality holds, or supplier disruptions\nPrepare regular reports on inventory status, material spend, and planning KPIs\nSupport the Production Planner as needed, providing raw material availability insights to inform production scheduling decisions + feasibility\nAbout You:\nBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)\n2+ years of experience in materials planning, procurement, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing environment\nAbility to adapt quickly to changing business priorities and adjust in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.\nProven ability to manage multiple and competing priorities\nStrong planning, organizational and analytical skills\nOutstanding communication (oral and written) skills, with ability to: collaborate effectively with peers across multiple areas of the business, communicate effectively and efficiently with external partners (suppliers etc.), and ability to efficiently communicate upwards with senior business leaders\nDetailed, organized, structured and efficient problem solver, able to quickly identify the most important things to focus on in an environment where things are rapidly changing every day\nAble to develop and maintain strong cooperative working relationships within the group and across the organization\nDemonstrated excellence using Excel or GSheets to monitor performance\nExperience using an ERP and WMS system; Netsuite experience a plus\nExperience in CPG, chemical, cosmetics, or personal care manufacturing preferred\nSomeone who has high standards, takes ownership, and is invested in the outcome\nSomeone who proactively help others, stays positive and has a good sense of humor\n#LI-FULLTIME #LI-ONSITE\nWho We Are:\nOur core values come naturally and make us a better, more whole, and unique team. We are Bold & Innovative - we are creative, rethink how things are done, and find a way. We Play to Win- we have high standards, we encourage ownership of work, we are scrappy, we act with urgency, and we invest in the outcome of our work. We are Team Squatch- we are humble, help others outside our own wheelhouse, stay positive, have fun, and have approachable and transparent leadership.\nWe offer a competitive salary in a growth-focused & collaborative team environment. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401k with Squatch match, and PTO. We also have great perks like healthy snacks, frequent company events, and of course, free products!\nFor Applicants with Disabilities. Reasonable accommodation will be made so that qualified applicants with disabilities may participate in the application process. If you need any accommodations during the hiring process, please let us know when you submit your application and we'll do our very best to adjust as needed.\nFor Information regarding Data Privacy, please review https://privacy.drsquatch.com/. \n Unsolicited Resume Policy.Dr. Squatch (“DRSQ”) employs an internal Talent Acquisition department. Exceptionally, DRSQ may choose to supplement that internal team with support from temporary staffing agencies, placement services, and/or recruiting agencies (\"Agency\"). Agencies are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact DRSQ employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. DRSQ’s Talent Acquisition team is responsible for all candidate presentations to our hiring managers.\nTo protect the interests of all parties, Dr. Squatch will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. 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