14 oct
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Buenos Aires
14 oct
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Buenos Aires
We're looking for an Operations & Supply Chain Manager to own the day-to-day operational backbone of a fast-growing better-for-you snack brand.
You will work across order management, supply chain, procurement, production planning, logistics, inventory, forecasting, vendor management, financial analysis, and operational systems.This is a hands‐on individual contributor role.
We are not looking for someone who follows existing processes.
We want someone who constantly asks how things can be made better, faster, more accurate, or more efficient — and then takes the initiative to make it happen.
AI proficiency is a hard requirement for this role.
We use AI every day and expect this person to do the same.
If you are highly organized, analytically sharp, financially literate, tech‐savvy, and proactive by nature, this role is a strong fit.Why You'll Want to JoinYou will be paid in USD (bi‐monthly: every 15th and 30th) Paid Time Off in accordance with company policy Observance of Holidays per company guidelines 100% remote setup so you can work wherever you're most productive This role requires availability Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM US Eastern Time Own the full operational function of a growing CPG brand with real retail traction across major distributors and retail chains High-ownership, high‐variety role where your operational decisions directly impact profitability and growthWhat You'll Work OnOrder Management and FulfillmentOwn the complete order lifecycle from receipt of a customer purchase order through shipment, delivery, invoicing, and issue resolutionProcess and manage customer POs accurately and on timeCoordinate inventory allocation and fulfillment across customers and distributorsWork directly with distributors, retailers, warehouses, manufacturers, and logistics providers to ensure orders are fulfilled correctlyManage EDI orders and related operational requirementsProactively identify and resolve shortages, shipment discrepancies, deductions, late deliveries, and other order issuesLogistics and ShippingCoordinate parcel, LTL, and FTL shipmentsObtain and evaluate freight quotes and identify cost‐effective shipping optionsPrepare and manage BOLs, shipping documentation, routing requirements, appointments,
and retailer and distributor delivery requirementsTrack shipments through delivery and proactively address delays or exceptionsContinuously identify opportunities to reduce freight costs and improve logistics efficiencyInventory and Production PlanningManage inventory across finished goods, ingredients, raw materials, and packagingMaintain appropriate inventory levels and reorder points to minimize both stockouts and excess inventoryDevelop and maintain inventory and demand forecastsCoordinate production runs with manufacturers based on forecasts, open POs, inventory levels, lead times, and anticipated demandMonitor production schedules and proactively address potential delays or shortagesProcurement and Vendor ManagementProcure ingredients, packaging, and other materials required for productionIssue and manage purchase orders to suppliersNegotiate pricing, payment terms, MOQs, lead times, and other commercial termsDevelop strong relationships with suppliers, manufacturers, freight providers, warehouses, and other outside vendorsHold vendors accountable for commitments, timelines, pricing, and service levelsContinuously identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve vendor performanceForecasting, Data, and Financial AnalysisBuild and maintain sales and demand forecastsForecast inventory, ingredients, packaging, production requirements, and cash needsAnalyze COGS, landed costs, gross margins, freight costs, promotional costs, distributor margins, and retailer marginsBuild and maintain pricing and margin modelsAnalyze operational data to identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and opportunitiesCreate reporting that gives management clear visibility into the health of the businessAccounting and Financial OperationsApply strong working knowledge of AP, AR, accrual vs. cash accounting, COGS, gross margin, P&L; statements, inventory accounting, purchase orders, and three‐way matchingAssist with bookkeeping, bill entry, reconciliations, and AP/AR as needed based on business bandwidthWork within QuickBooks to support financial operationsAI, Technology, and AutomationUse AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT daily to analyze data, automate repetitive workflows, research operational problems, create and improve SOPs,
and improve personal productivityIdentify repetitive tasks that can be automated or streamlined and take initiative to build better systemsLearn new software and unfamiliar systems quickly without requiring extensive trainingMaintain high proficiency across Google Sheets, Gmail, Google Workspace, QuickBooks, Salesforce, and EDI systemsFood Safety, Quality, and ComplianceCoordinate operational food safety and quality documentation with manufacturers and suppliersMaintain and organize COAs, product specifications, ingredient documentation, and related recordsAssist with lot tracking, expiration dates, traceability, and recall readinessSupport compliance with applicable FDA, retailer, distributor, and food safety requirementsWhat You Bring5 or more years of relevant operations, supply chain, logistics, procurement, or related experienceStrong understanding of accounting and financial principles including COGS, margins, P&L;, and cash flowDemonstrated experience managing POs, inventory, procurement, production planning, and logisticsExperience working with freight carriers, warehouses, manufacturers, suppliers, and other outside vendorsStrong forecasting capabilities with the ability to build and maintain operational and financial modelsDemonstrated proficiency using AI tools such as Claude and ChatGPT as a core part of daily work, not occasional useAdvanced Google Sheets and spreadsheet skills including large datasets, formulas, lookups, pivot tables, financial models, and operational reportingExtremely tech‐savvy with the ability to learn new systems quicklyExcellent written communication skills with proactive follow‐up as a default behaviorHighly organized with the ability to manage a high volume of emails, tasks, deadlines, and competing priorities simultaneouslyComfortable making decisions and taking full ownership of outcomesNice to HaveFood, beverage, CPG, or consumer products experienceExperience with QuickBooksFamiliarity with inventory management systems, retailer portals, distributor portals, 3PL systems, and shipping platformsExperience managing EDI orders and related operational requirementsBackground in a high‐growth or early‐stage consumer brand environmentIf you are a proactive, analytically sharp operator who takes ownership, uses AI every day, and wants to run the operational engine of a growing CPG brand from end to end, this role gives you the scope and the direct impact to do your best work.
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