Utz Brands, Inc. · 2 hours ago
Supply Chain Optimization Manager
Hanover, PA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelUtz Brands, Inc. is on a mission to excite and delight consumers with crave-worthy snacks. They are seeking a bold and analytical Supply Chain Optimization Manager to improve performance across the end-to-end supply chain, focusing on warehousing, distribution, and cost-to-serve optimization.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingSnack Food
Responsibilities
Lead and fully own optimization initiatives across warehousing, distribution, inventory, transportation, planning, and manufacturing
Analyze operational data to identify inefficiencies, quantify opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations
Build advanced models using Excel and Power BI to support decision-making, scenario planning, KPI tracking, and cost analyses
Improve warehousing performance through cost-per-case reduction, inventory accuracy improvements, labor productivity enhancements, and service-level optimization
Conduct deep dives into network layouts, material flows, slotting, cube utilization, and throughput constraints
Develop business cases for automation, operational changes, and strategic investments (e.g., conveyors, shuttle systems, robotics, WMS/WES enhancements)
Lead cross-functional project teams, influencing stakeholders across Sales, Marketing, Demand Planning, Supply Planning, Procurement, Manufacturing, Warehousing, Transportation, Customer Logistics, and Finance
Train and coach functional owners on improved processes, ensuring long-term sustainability before transitioning to new initiatives
Map end-to-end business processes, identify systemic issues, and implement standardized workflows across sites
Support major initiatives including building layouts, facility expansions, automation roadmaps, strategic partnerships, and network redesign
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated analytical, business process and problem-solving experience with the ability to assess complex systems and identify root causes and high-impact opportunities
Prior experience engaging cross-functional teams designed to identify analytical and savings efficiencies and design solutions
A relationship builder with the ability to lead without immediate oversight
Self-starter who thrives working independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic, deadline-oriented environment, and who can be comfortable with ambiguity, broad scope and dynamic priorities
Creative and innovative thinker with proven ability to drive results who can move from concept to implementation with discipline, clarity, and accountability
Acts as a business owner, continually seeking margin improvement and operational efficiencies
Proven organizational and priority setting skills
Proficient in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
Preferred
Master's degree
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision plans
Employer-matched 401(k)
Profit sharing, bonus plan, employee stock purchase plans
Company
Utz Brands, Inc.
Utz Brands, Inc.
Founded in 1921
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$28M2022-05-09Post Ipo Equity· $28M
2020-08-31IPO
Leadership Team
Cary Devore
Head of M&A and Capital Markets
Dylan Lissette
Chairperson
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