Strategic Raw Materials & Packaging Planner

drsquatch; Brea (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Squatch in Brea, CA is hiring a Raw Material & Packaging Planner to manage forecasting, inventory levels, and supply continuity of raw materials and packaging components to keep production running smoothly. The role reports to the Operations Planning Sr. Manager and is on-site full-time with benefits.

The anticipated base compensation for this role will be $80,000 - $95,000. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and local market rates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 2+ years of experience in materials planning, procurement, or inventory control, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing business priorities and adjust in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple and competing priorities.
• Strong planning, organizational and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain raw material forecasts based on production schedules, consumption, and historical usage trends.
• Determine and continuously adjust reorder points and order quantities for raw materials based on forecasted production needs and supplier-specific lead times.
• Manage inventory on hand, including maintaining safety stock levels for raw materials + packaging held both at the manufacturing site and off-site warehouse location(s).
• Coordinate logistics and inventory transfers between the manufacturing facility and off-site warehouse(s).
• Collaborate with production planning, procurement, and quality assurance teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules.
• Track supplier lead times, performance, and reliability; elevate risks to supply continuity.
• Analyze material consumption data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate records in ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, NetSuite, or similar) for material planning and inventory transactions.
• Manage material expiration dates and rotation (FIFO/FEFO) to minimize waste.
• Coordinate with warehouse teams on receiving, storage, and cycle counts.
• Assist in resolving material shortages, quality holds, or supplier disruptions.
• Prepare regular reports on inventory status, material spend, and planning KPIs.
• Support the Production Planner as needed, providing raw material availability insights to inform production scheduling decisions + feasibility.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

SAP

NetSuite

WMS

Job description

Dr. Squatch in Brea, CA is hiring a Raw Material & Packaging Planner to manage forecasting, inventory levels, and supply continuity of raw materials and packaging components to keep production running smoothly. The role reports to the Operations Planning Sr. Manager and is on-site full-time with benefits.

The anticipated base compensation for this role will be $80,000 - $95,000. Compensation will be commensurate with experience and local market rates.