Welch’s
Senior Manager of External Manufacturing
Waltham, Massachusetts, United States · Senior · Full-time
Sponsorship not specified$150k-$160kDetected 41 days ago
Project ManagementNegotiationSupply ChainLogisticsPerformance ManagementLeadershipCollaboration
About the role
- This role will be based out of our Waltham, MA headquarters, the hub of our family-farmer owned manufacturing company.
Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing co-manufacturing team while driving accountability and capability building
- Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage external manufacturing partners to build a resilient, scalable network
- Negotiate and manage strategic contracts to ensure optimal cost, quality, and service outcomes
- Partner cross-functionally to support successful commercialization and efficient scale-up of new products
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance cost efficiency, product quality, service levels, and speed to market
- Design and implement standardized processes for partner selection, onboarding, and performance management
- Establish KPIs and lead regular business reviews to monitor performance and drive accountability across partners
- Proactively identify risks and lead resolution of operational challenges to ensure supply continuity
- Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and cost optimization initiatives tied to co-manufacturing operations
- Lead cross-functional projects and communicate progress, insights, and risks to senior leadership
Requirements
- Strong interpersonal skills w/ ability to interact with all levels and functions of organizations on both an individual and team basis
- Knowledge and experience in all aspects of operations including manufacturing and/or engineering, logistics and quality
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business priorities into actionable operational plans
- Proven ability to negotiate effectively and influence outcomes across internal and external stakeholders
- Broad supply chain knowledge, including experience across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and logistics
- 7+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including manufacturing, engineering, project management, and supplier/contract negotiation
Nice to have
- Bachelor's degree required (Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field preferred)
- CPG Food & Beverage experience preferred
Skills
- Grow with Welch's!
- Where You'll Work
- Immerse yourself in a dynamic workplace where innovation thrives, and collaboration is key.
Compensation
- Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
Benefits
- Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Additional benefits available through Perks at Work
- Paid parental (and adoption) leave - Available after 12 months of employment
- Organization with a bold, clear purpose & vision for the future
- Compensation Package Consisting of Competitive Base Salary and Annual Incentive Plan (Bonus)
Company info
- Be a part of an inclusive workplace where you not only belong but also have the opportunity to be the best version of yourself
- Our company in-office schedule is designed to maximize collaboration & relationship building balanced with flexibility and well-being with 3 days in office and Thursdays/Friday being remote, flex days.
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