Sweetcow
Operations Systems & Planning Lead
Longmont, Colorado
Sponsorship not specified$55k-$75kDetected 12 days ago
Data AnalysisAccountingForecastingExcelSupply ChainLogisticsInventory ManagementLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingAdaptabilityFood Safety
About the role
- This role ensures that purchasing, production, and inventory decisions are informed by accurate, timely, and actionable data.
- The role blends analytical thinking with operational execution-owning data integrity while actively supporting purchasing, planning, and factory operations.
- Ensure accuracy and integrity of all inventory data through regular audits, reconciliation, and variance analysis.
Responsibilities
- Collect, organize, and maintain production, inventory, and purchasing data across all factory operations.
- Build, maintain, and continuously improve proprietary data tools and systems (primarily in Google Sheets / Excel / R365).
- Support daily, weekly, and long-term production planning through data analysis and forecasting.
- Develop and maintain purchasing forecasts aligned with production demand and inventory targets.
- Create and manage internal purchase orders for shop and factory needs.
- Maintain clean, structured, and accessible datasets for cross-functional use.
- Support implementation and adherence to factory systems, standards, and procedures.
- Support Budget / P&L / Accounting for the factory.
- Our hiring process is designed to be smooth, transparent, and efficient-so you know what to expect every step of the way.
Requirements
- 2+ years in data analysis, operations, inventory management, or similar role.
- Advanced proficiency in Google Sheets and/or Microsoft Excel (required).
- Digitally fluent with the ability to learn new tools and troubleshoot issues independently.
- Ability to run and oversee daily production, ensuring adherence to recipes, yields, quality standards, and schedules.
- Ability to assess production needs in real time and adjust priorities, staffing, and workflows to meet demand.
- Working knowledge of inventory flow, including identifying shortages, making real-time purchasing or transfer decisions, and preventing production disruption.
- Clear understanding of food safety standards and the ability to ensure compliance with all required procedures and regulations.
- Ability to quickly identify issues (equipment, staffing, product, or logistics), make sound decisions, and escalate when appropriate.
- Certification will require demonstrated proficiency in all competency areas listed above, including successfully leading supervised production shifts and handling real-time operational decision-making.
Nice to have
- degree in Business, Supply Chain, Data Analytics, or related field preferred.
- Strong understanding of inventory flow, purchasing, or production environments preferred.
- Experience with Restaurant365 or similar systems preferred but not required.
- High school diploma or GED required
Compensation
- $55,000-75,000/year
Benefits
- Health insurance benefits (50% employer paid)
- Company Wellness Contribution of $1,200 annually ($100 monthly)
- Dental Plan (Employee Paid)
- Vision Plan (Employee Paid)
- Three Weeks Paid Vacation (tenure-based increases) + Additional Paid Sick Leave
Company info
- community, kindness, contribution, and growth.
- At Sweet Cow, we are committed to making the best-tasting ice cream, served by the friendliest scoopers, in the cleanest shop on the planet.
- Focus on Customers and Community
- OUR HIRING PROCESS We're excited you're interested in being part of Sweet Cow!
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