Sr. Manager Materials Planning

ABOUT OLIPOP

At OLIPOP, we’re on a mission to positively impact consumer health at scale. And we’re doing it through something simple: soda. But not just any soda, a new kind of soda: one that’s delicious, refreshing, and actually good for you.

This mission is deeply personal for our CEO, Co-Founder, and Formulator, Ben Goodwin. Like many of us, Ben grew up consuming the Standard American Diet: lots of soda and processed foods that prioritized convenience over nutrition. But at 14, he took his health into his own hands. After making significant changes to his nutrition and exercise, he lost 50 pounds and saw a transformation in his energy, mood, and emotional clarity.

Those changes sparked a deep curiosity about the connection between nutrition and health. Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to make consumer health accessible to everyone.

The mission was clear. The vehicle? Less so. After exploring the possibilities, Ben landed on an unexpected yet familiar choice: soda. It was something he loved as a kid, and he knew millions shared that same nostalgia. But this wouldn’t be just any soda. With most Americans falling short on daily fiber, Ben set out to create a version with more fiber and less sugar, one that was perfectly balanced. The result? A deliciously refreshing soda with 6 to 9 grams of fiber and 2 to 5 grams of sugar, delivering science-backed benefits without sacrificing the classic taste people crave.

In 2018, the first OLIPOP cans hit the shelves, bringing Ben’s vision to life with a functional soda that anyone could enjoy. And by reimagining soda, we’re also reshaping culture. That means creating products that support health for all and building a business grounded in humanistic values: empathy, integrity, and a belief in better for everyone. From the ingredients we source to the culture we foster, we’re committed to proving that business (and beverage!) can be a force for good, and that soda has the power to bring people together.

So join us, and let’s write a new American soda story together. One we can all feel good about. One OLIPOP at a time.

OLIPOP is seeking a motivated Sr. Manager of Materials Planning to play a key role on the Supply Chain team by ensuring raw material availability to support the company’s rapid sales growth and global expansion. This role will partner closely with finished goods production, commercialization, marketing, procurement, manufacturing teams, and co-packers to plan ongoing production for core products and new product launches. The Sr. Manager of Materials Planning must be able to quickly adapt to shifts in strategy and demand while clearly communicating supply status updates to stakeholders across the organization.

The role will also work closely with Finance to build a robust materials planning process that reflects current production needs, obsolescence risks, and cost-savings opportunities. Leading and continuously optimizing the company’s Material Requirements Planning (MRP) process will be a critical responsibility requiring strong ownership. Leadership development is a key requirement for this role, leading a team of four and ensuring all direct reports have robust career development goals. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, results-driven environment; leads with urgency; and is energized by helping OLIPOP achieve its mission and business goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Strategic Planning: Direct the long-term and short-term manufacturing, production, and supply/inventory plans aligned with business requirements.
• Demand & Forecasting: Oversee raw material demand forecasting to support procurement and inventory optimization, driving digital transformation and forecast accuracy.
• Supply Chain Oversight: Manage the end-to-end supply chain for raw materials and packaging, addressing issues in production, quality, warehousing, and transportation.
• Relationship Management: Manage performance with business partners ensuring alignment with Olipops strategic goals.
• Team Leadership: Strategically lead and foster a high-performance Planning and Logistics team through goal setting and performance measurements
• Resource Management: Optimize materials and storage, movement, shipping, and receiving processes.
• Operational Excellence: Lead monthly performance reviews, use data to identify deviations, drive improvements, and monitor KPIs like OTIF and quality. Drive cost savings through initiatives.
• Innovation Support: Facilitate the planning, implementation, and successful launch of new products.
• Problem Solving: Apply proven methodologies to resolve complex operational challenges with partners.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Coordinate material availability and production plans with Operations, Finance, Quality, and Customer Relationship Management teams.

SKILLS/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 7-10+ years of progressively responsible experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing planning, ideally in a fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) or food processing environment.
• Exceptional problem-solving, team leadership, and communication skills to navigate complex supply chain disruptions.
• Industry knowledge and familiarity with the various beverage systems is a plus.
• May require significant travel (e.g., up to 50%)
• Project Management and change management skill development needed.
• Proven experience in a highly collaborative and fast-paced business environment.
• Dynamic problem solver who is comfortable wearing multiple hats and addressing issues on the fly.
• Transparent, open communicator who is also a great listener and can read between the lines.
• Deadline oriented with the ability to develop timelines, organize assignments, set priorities, and carry out plans.
• Strong attention to detail, hard work ethic, ability to work well with others and highly organized.
• Ability to be a collaborative team member in a dynamic growth environment.
• Understanding of Google platforms, Salesforce, and other leading industry CRM tools.
• Ability to work across departments
• Experience in implementing AI and automation tools.
• Six Sigma Lean Preferred.