Packaging Manager-Job Description

Job Title

Packaging Manager

Position Type

Full-Time

Department

Sales/Marketing

FLSA Status

Exempt

Reports to

VP of Sales

Location

McKinney, TX

Company Overview:

ProHealth LLC is a grower, packer, and shipper of Russet and Specialty potatoes committed to delivering high-quality, nutritious, and sustainably sourced products to our customers. Our team is dedicated to innovation, excellence, and fostering a collaborative and dynamic work environment.

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Packaging Manager (PM) to oversee and manage our packaging inventory operations. The PM will be responsible for ensuring the availability and quality of packaging materials, optimizing inventory levels, and implementing efficient inventory management practices to support our production and distribution goals. The PM is responsible for cross-departmental coordination to manage the full lifecycle of packaging development, including innovation, redesign, line extensions, and maintenance. This role is based in McKinney, TX and will travel to facilities in CO and TX quarterly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement inventory management strategies for packaging materials, ensuring alignment with production schedules and demand forecasts.
• Analyze, monitor and maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
• Collaborate with procurement, production, and supply chain teams to coordinate the timely procurement and delivery of packaging materials.
• Conduct regular inventory audits and analyses to identify trends, discrepancies, and opportunities for improvement.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems and processes to ensure accurate tracking and reporting of packaging materials.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and ensuring the timely resolution of any issues.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in inventory management practices, leveraging data and technology to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Analyze and interpret sales trends, develop insights from customer data and initiate cross-departmental adjustment of forecasts.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field plus 4 years of experience or 8 years of experience in packaging/inventory management, preferably in the fresh food industry.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management principles and practices, including demand forecasting, replenishment, and stock control.
• Proficient in using inventory management software and ERP systems, experience with Famous preferred.

Ideal Skills & Attributes:

The ideal candidate should possess strong project management skills, a customer service mindset and proactive in problem-solving. The candidate should be assertive, flexible, collaborative and a self-aware team player. The candidate should also be able to operate with high integrity and productivity under pressure. They should have excellent communication skills and be able to inspire action in others. The candidate should also be self-motivated, disciplined, adaptable to change, able to prioritize and complete tasks with a sense of urgency, while maintaining a strong sense of business integrity in a fast-paced environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• A supportive and collaborative work culture.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A chance to be part of a company that values sustainability and quality in food production.

*Travel Requirements: up to 10%.