Supply Chain Manager

Description

NaturVet, a proud member of the Swedencare family, has been a trusted leader in the development and manufacturing of natural pet supplements and essential wellness solutions for over 30 years. Based in Temecula, California, we are well known for our premium NaturVet brand and also provide high-quality private label solutions to many leading companies in the pet care industry.  Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to providing a safe and supportive work environment that promotes growth, encourages collaboration, and supports a healthy work-life balance. At NaturVet, we recognize that investing in our team is key to our continued success.

Role Description

The Supply Chain Manager (SCM) is responsible for the organization, execution and control of all purchasing activities for raw materials, packaging supplies, equipment, and other goods and services required for the manufacturing of pet supplements. This includes supporting and executing the development of purchasing strategies, managing a team of buyers, negotiating contracts with suppliers, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and optimizing purchasing processes for cost-effectiveness and efficiency.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and Execute Purchasing Strategy: Align purchasing initiatives with business goals by identifying and evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Manage Supplier Relationships: Source, assess, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and other performance metrics. Lead contract negotiations and maintain ongoing partnerships.
• Deliver Strategic KPIs: Achieve key metrics including Perfect Order Rate, Inventory Days of Supply, Inventory Turnover, and Forecast Accuracy.
• Oversee Purchase Order Processing: Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders and invoices to support uninterrupted operations.
• Optimize Inventory Management: Collaborate cross-functionally to forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory levels, reducing stockouts and maximizing working capital.
• Drive Cost Efficiency: Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through pricing negotiations, supplier consolidation, and improved procurement practices.
• Ensure Quality Assurance: Partner with quality control to verify that incoming materials meet established standards; resolve supplier quality issues promptly.
• Coordinate Supply Chain and Logistics: Work with supply chain and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective transportation of goods.
• Lead Purchasing Team: Manage and develop a high-performing team of buyers; conduct performance evaluations, provide training, and foster a collaborative culture.
• Administer Purchasing Budget: Develop and control the annual procurement budget; monitor expenditures, analyze variances, and implement savings strategies.
• Maintain Regulatory Compliance: Ensure adherence to all procurement-related regulations, including ethical sourcing and industry-specific compliance standards.
• Conduct Market Analysis: Monitor supplier markets and industry trends to support informed purchasing decisions and strategic sourcing.

Requirements

EDUCATION | CERTIFICATIONS | LICENSES | TRAINING

We value diverse qualifications and recognize that relevant experience and certifications can sometimes substitute for formal education; therefore, equivalent combinations of education, experience, and certifications will be considered.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field
• 5+ years of progressive experience in purchasing and procurement, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Certifications in supply chain management (e.g., CPP, CPM, CPSM, CSCP)

KNOWLEDGE | SKILLS | ABILITIES

• Leadership & Management: Proven experience leading and managing a purchasing team.
• Purchasing Expertise: Strong knowledge of purchasing principles, contract negotiation, supplier management, and international sourcing.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems and purchasing software.
• Core Skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, decision-making, organizational, and time management skills.
• Personal Attributes: Strong attention to detail, accuracy, sound judgment, positive attitude, and exceptional teamwork skills. Basic math skills (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).

COMPUTER SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).
• ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) Systems (Acumatica, SAP, Oracle, Data Pro)
• Purchasing Software/eProcurement Platforms
• Supply Chain Management (SCM) Software
• Data Analysis and Reporting

COMPENSATION & PAY

• Annual Base Salary Range: The base salary range for this position is $120k - $130k

BENEFITS

All regular full-time employees are eligible for benefits beginning the first of the month following their hire date. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Wide-ranging medical, dental, and vision coverage, with the company covering up to 85% of employee premiums and 50% for dependents
• 401(k) plan (Traditional and Roth), with eligibility to participate and/or roll over existing funds starting the first of the month following your hire date; company matching begins after one year of employment
• Paid Time Off under an open PTO policy
• Company-paid holidays
• Company-paid life insurance, with options to purchase additional life and AD&D coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options, including short-term disability (STD), hospitalization, and accident coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Pet insurance
• Complimentary pet products for team members
• Discount offers on lifestyle benefits and recreational activities through PerkSpot