Senior Supply Chain Manager

Location: US Remote (ET Hours)  
Role Type: Full-time | Exempt  
Reports to: SVP, Operations 
 
Overview 
The Senior Production Manager owns the end-to-end production process from purchase order placement through delivery, ensuring the product is produced accurately, on time, and aligned to business demand. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams and external vendors to deliver operational excellence while supporting the company's continued growth.  
 
The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive, with experience managing production timelines, vendor relationships, and competing priorities in a fast-paced consumer products environment. 
 
Key Responsibilities 

Production & Order Management  Own the production lifecycle from PO placement through final delivery 
Place and confirm purchase orders, ensuring accuracy across product details, quantities, and timing 
Track production timelines and proactively resolve delays or risks 
Manage preorders and production flow against business demand 
Ensure inventory is accurately received and reconcile production-related discrepancies 
Review and approve COGS invoices and shipment documentation 
Oversee pre-shipment processes, including packscan validation and discrepancy resolution 
Develop and maintain production processes, SOPs, and documentation that improve operational efficiency and scalability 
Lead operational improvement initiatives that reduce manual work and improve execution 

Vendor Management Own day-to-day vendor relationships to ensure strong execution, communication, and accountability, while leveraging and overseeing an agency team member to support purchase order management, tracking, and production administration
Partner with vendors to improve execution, communication, and service levels  
Evaluate and onboard new manufacturing, packaging, and logistics partners as needed  

Cross-Functional Partnership Partner with Planning, Merchandising, and Operations to balance inventory needs, launch timing, production capacity, and financial objectives 
Manage component and packaging inventory requirements alongside internal stakeholders 
Adjust order flow based on demand trends, inventory risk, and evolving business priorities 
Provide visibility into production constraints, vendor capacity, and operational tradeoffs to support business decision-making 

Cost Management & Strategic Initiatives  Manage freight coordination and associated costs within COGS 
Partner with internal teams to ensure cost visibility and alignment to financial targets 
Identify opportunities to improve freight efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline logistics 
Support broader cost-saving and margin improvement initiatives across the supply chain 
Lead special projects related to production, sourcing, operations, and supply chain optimization 
Independently drive cross-functional initiatives that improve operational scalability, efficiency, and business performance 

 
What Success Looks Like 
Orders are delivered accurately, on time, and aligned to business demand 
Production, inventory, and vendor risks are identified early and resolved proactively 
Vendor and partner relationships are highly responsive, accountable, and performance-driven 
Freight, production, and operational costs are effectively managed and continuously optimized 
Operational processes, vendor partnerships, and strategic initiatives are continuously improved to support business growth, scalability, and profitability 
 
Qualifications 
5+ years of experience in production, sourcing, supply chain, or operations within a consumer goods, retail, or manufacturing environment 
Experience managing purchase orders, production timelines, and vendor relationships 
Process-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement 
Strong analytical skills with experience using data to support decision-making, identify risks, and optimize costs 
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
Strong communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to effectively partner with internal teams and external vendors