Supply Planning Manager

COMPANY OVERVIEW:Icelandic Provisions is an early-stage growth company that provides essential nutrition rooted in the Nordic Food Philosophy. The flagship product, dairy Skyr, is the only authentic Icelandic Skyr brand in the United States that uses heirloom Skyr cultures and the original recipe that is beloved across Iceland. The Nordic way of life is not only deeply rooted in the quality of the Icelandic Provisions’ products but runs deep in the organizational culture through the WÁOO (pronounced WOW!) values. When we are attracting talent to join our growing organization, a natural question we ask is whether the candidate brings the “wáoo” factor? We describe is as: Welcoming, Ámbitious, Optimistic, and On with the butter! With a strong consumer and business base to build on, we are looking for product-obsessed, passionate individuals who are energized about rapid growth and achievement and want to be a part of the happy, healthy cultural movement that we are leading. We believe in putting best-in-class products in the market and take pride in what we are building, “making everything count” along the way. POSITION OVERVIEW:The Supply Planning Manager will lead supply and production planning for our plant-based product line, ensuring optimal product availability, efficient inventory levels, and alignment with our sustainability and service goals. This role bridges operations, procurement, and commercial teams to drive an agile, data-driven supply plan that supports innovation and growth. KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:Supply & Production PlanningDevelop and execute the master production schedule for the plant-based portfolio. Translate sales forecasts into feasible supply and capacity plans, balancing cost, lead times, MOQs, service, and inventory. Coordinate with procurement to ensure availability of key plant-based ingredients and packaging materials. Work closely with the copacker to ensure alignment of our production needs and cadence Inventory & Capacity Management Monitor inventory targets, shelf-life risks, and slow-moving SKUs; implement action plans to reduce write-offs. Partner with manufacturing and logistics teams to assess capacity constraints and recommend scenario-based solutions. Develop and report KPIs such as fill rate, days of inventory, forecast accuracy, and schedule adherence. Cross-Functional CollaborationAct as the key liaison between demand planning, procurement, co-packer, quality, product development, marketing, and the operations team. Support commercialization and new product launches through capacity and material readiness planning. Prepare and present slides for our monthly S&OP supply reviews to highlight risks, opportunities, and required trade-offs. Continuous Improvement Identify and implement process improvements and digital tools to enhance planning accuracy and efficiency. Drive sustainability initiatives within the supply plan — minimizing waste, optimizing plant utilization, and reducing transport emissions. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, or related field (MBA or APICS/IBF certification preferred). 5+ years of supply planning or production planning experience in food, beverage, or CPG; experience with perishable products strongly preferred. Proficiency in ERP systems, planning tools,(NetSuite, Modus or similar) and advanced Excel skills. Strong analytical and communication skills with a collaborative, problem-solving mindset. Experience in co-manufacturing environments and S&OP processes. ORGANIZATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:The ideal candidate for any role within Icelandic Provisions needs to align to the values by exemplifying WÁOO (pronounced WOW!) in the way that they lead. We will naturally be assessing for the “wáoo” factor (i.e., did they “wáoo” you and will they “wáoo” others?) Here’s how we describe it: Welcoming, Ámbitious, Optimistic, On with the butter!WELCOMING - Food is one of the greatest connectors we have as humans. In the English language the word “companion,” in Spanish the word “companero,” in Italian the word “compagno,” and in French the word “copain” all come from the Latin meaning “with whom one eats bread.” We love this because we are a provisions company, and we value and embrace how food brings us together. So, it’s only natural that we look for talent that is hospitable and welcoming, treating and accepting others in a way that is consistent with the culture at IP. AMBITIOUS - We have big dreams. We are eager, brave, passionate and love to punch above our weight. We compete in one of the most competitive categories in the consumer-packaged goods retail landscape and we are a small and mighty team. We are seeking individuals who are smart, entrepreneurial, and energized by charging toward a common goal to join our team. OPTIMISTIC - We are a glass half full company. Iceland is regarded as one of the happiest countries on earth despite being dark for much of the year.We are looking for individuals who are focused on the upside, shy away from negativity, and know how to persevere no matter what the circumstances are. ON WITH THE BUTTER! - Put simply we do not like to dilly-dally. We connect dots, move, and then move on. There is an Icelandic phrase that is used to encourage people to get on with it called “áfram með smjörið” which literally translates as “get on with the butter.”We are seeking individuals who know how to make informed decisions and then quickly action them. YOU’RE AN IDEAL CANDIDATE IF...You think working in a fast paced, ever changing, entrepreneurial environment is excitingYou believe there is always a better way. You ask lots of questions, actively seek the opinions of others and love working collaborativelyYou are a “Swiss Army Knife” of talents and are comfortable with the often fluid, changing environment of a startup and want to make a positive and lasting impact The unknown, the ill-defined or the uncharted motivates youYou are looking for a work environment without a lot of hierarchy, you like empowerment and have a “roll up your sleeves” mentalityYou have strong analytical skills balanced with a great sense of logic and pragmatism when it comes to problem solvingYou are self-aware, you pay attention to organizational dynamics, and you are comfortable pacing how you influence and drive organizational changeYou are both a doer and an optimistWHAT ICELANDIC PROVISIONS OFFER: Competitive base salary range: $80,000 - $100,000 annually, commensurate with experience Exciting work environment in a small team and a great deal of autonomy Flexibility to work remotely or in our New York City offices Competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision insurance and 401k matching Flexible paid time off allowing you to manage your time as it works for youDelicious Skyr available (for free) in the office