Jr. Supply Chain Manager - CPG

Australia-Employment; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Junior Supply Chain Manager for a growing CPG company in Chicago. You will support end-to-end supply chain operations, from raw materials through production to customer fulfillment, working closely with suppliers, co-manufacturers, and 3PLs.

The role emphasizes analytical thinking, strong data handling, and collaboration across functions to improve forecast accuracy and inventory efficiency. On-site, permanent position with room for growth.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years in supply chain, purchasing, inventory or planning.
• Experience with co-manufacturers, 3PLs and suppliers.
• Understanding of inventory management, forecasting, logistics.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets and data handling.
• ERP or supply chain planning systems preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end supply chain from procurement to fulfillment.
• Manage and track purchase orders, supplier confirmations, production schedules, inbound shipments.
• Assist demand forecasting and inventory planning to minimize stockouts.
• Monitor inventory across warehouses and 3PLs; identify shortages/overstock.
• Coordinate with co-manufacturers and suppliers on production schedules.
• Collaborate with Procurement on material availability and lead times.
• Work with 3PLs to troubleshoot fulfillment and shipping issues.
• Help manage inventory allocation across channels (DTC, wholesale, retail).
• Support new product launches with inventory requirements and timelines.
• Maintain supply chain data and KPIs; build reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecast accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Ops, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Product Dev.
• Resolve supply disruptions and delays.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Organized

Communication skills

Problem solving

Multi-tasking

Fast-paced

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel/Google Sheets

ERP systems

Inventory software

Job description

Jr. Supply Chain Manager - CPG

$60000 - $80000 per year | Chicago, IL | On-site | Permanent

Remote, Equity, Health/Wellness

A bit about us:

Our client is a growing food and beverage company looking for a Junior Supply Chain Manager to help support and scale its end-to-end supply chain operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on supply chain professional to join a growing CPG organization and gain exposure across procurement, demand planning, inventory management, production, logistics, and retail fulfillment. The ideal candidate is highly analytical, organized, and comfortable working in a fast‑paced environment where priorities can change quickly. This person will work closely with internal teams, suppliers, co‑manufacturers, 3PLs, and retail partners to ensure products are available when and where they are needed.

Why join us?

• Join a growing food & beverage company at an exciting stage of expansion.
• Gain broad exposure across the entire CPG supply chain.
• Work directly with suppliers, co‑manufacturers, 3PLs, and retail partners.
• Opportunity to take ownership and build scalable supply chain processes.
• Work in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment with significant room for growth.
• Directly contribute to improving product availability, inventory efficiency, and customer service.

Job Details

• Support day‑to‑day end‑to‑end supply chain operations, from purchasing raw materials through production, warehousing, and customer fulfillment.
• Manage and track purchase orders, supplier confirmations, production schedules, and inbound shipments.
• Assist with demand forecasting and inventory planning to maintain appropriate inventory levels and minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
• Monitor inventory across warehouses and 3PL partners and identify potential shortages, overstock, and aging inventory.
• Coordinate with co‑manufacturers and suppliers to ensure production schedules align with forecasted demand.
• Partner with Procurement to monitor raw material availability, lead times, MOQs, pricing, and supplier performance.
• Work closely with 3PL partners to troubleshoot fulfillment, inventory, receiving, and shipping issues.
• Help manage inventory allocation across DTC, wholesale, and retail channels.
• Support new product launches by coordinating inventory requirements, production timelines, packaging, and initial product builds.
• Maintain accurate supply chain data, including SKUs, lead times, inventory levels, forecasts, purchase orders, and supplier information.
• Build and maintain reporting around inventory, service levels, purchase orders, production, and supply chain KPIs.
• Identify opportunities to improve forecast accuracy, inventory turns, order fulfillment, and overall supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Operations, Sales, Finance, Marketing, and Product Development.
• Assist with resolving supply disruptions, delayed shipments, production issues, and other operational challenges.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, inventory planning, demand planning, or operations, preferably within food & beverage or CPG.
• Experience working with co‑manufacturers, suppliers, warehouses, and/or 3PLs.
• Understanding of inventory management, purchase orders, forecasting, production planning, and logistics.
• Strong Excel/Google Sheets skills and comfort working with large amounts of data.
• Experience with an ERP, inventory management, or supply chain planning system preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast‑moving environment.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with external vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field preferred.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.