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Supply Chain & Fulfillment Analyst at KANZEN MEAL, (U.S.A.), Inc. Supply Chain & Fulfillment Analyst at KANZEN MEAL, (U.S.A.), Inc. in Lawndale, California Posted in 1 day ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

About Kanzen Meal Kanzen Meal is a fast-growing consumer packaged goods (CPG) company focused on delivering complete, nutritionally optimized meal solutions. We operate as a big company with a startup mindset-lean, fast-moving, and impact-driven-while partnering with best-in-class co-manufacturers to scale production. As we grow, we are building the operational foundation required to support national expansion, new product innovation, and long-term profitability. Role Overview The Supply Chain & Fulfillment Analyst supports the execution of Kanzen Meal's supply chain operations in a fast paced, rapidly scaling environment. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, this role is responsible for managing and supporting demand & supply planning, reporting KPIs and other analytics, coordinating warehouses, inventories, fulfillment, and logistics activities while helping build repeatable processes suitable for a scaling CPG business. This role works closely with internal teams-including Sales, R D, and Finance-as well as external supply chain partners. The Supply Chain & Fulfillment Analyst will support new product launches and operational improvements and contribute to the company's transition towards a new ERP system. Key ResponsibilitiesOrder Fulfillment

• Manage end-to-end outbound order fulfillment to B2B customers (no DTC)
• Own and resolve exceptions and issues throughout the process
• Process PO EDIs via SPS
• Prepare and organize all necessary documents
• Manage operational relationship with 3PLs
• Manage finished goods inventory lots/shelf life/turns
• Detail and record all data points into ERP and ensure data hygiene Freight & Logistics
• Oversee all freight shipments
• Manage operational relationships with brokers/carriers
• Manage, analyze, and drive lower freight costs by lane
• Search, assess, and onboard new 3PLS, brokers/carriers Purchasing Support
• Manage select purchasing coordination with suppliers, carriers, and 3PLs
• Manage PO lifecycle - creation, internal approvals, execution, receipt, invoicing approval, documentation
• Manage raw material and packaging inventory as needed
• Review and organize COAs and any food safety and QC documentation Demand & Supply Planning
• Work with Sales Planning to continuously improve sales forecasting process and accuracy
• Assist with demand and supply forecasting for production and purchasing planning
• Provide rolling forecasts to key suppliers and ensure their available inventories for our planned needs
• Assist with creating and managing purchasing POs and internal approvals, and their completion Analytics
• Update EOM inventory and purchasing schedule reports for Finance
• Maintain Sales and KPI dashboards
• Create other analyses or reports as needed R D Support
• Assist in sourcing projects/tasks as requested Projects
• Assist or take on new projects or responsibilities as assigned
• Assist in project, timeline, and data management in Asana
• Wear multiple hats, learn new skills, and take on new responsibilities, as assigned

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• 4-5 years of experience in operations, supply chain, or logistics
• Superb proficiency in Excel
• Good proficiency in ERP
• Familiarity with Asana, Monday, Odoo, or similar
• Very good understanding of the MANUAL B2B order fulfillment process
• Very strong attention to detail and detail-oriented thinking
• Very strong organizational and business communication skills
• Very strong adherence to company rules, protocols, and norms Preferred, not required:
• CPG, food, or beverage experience
• ERP implementation/migration experience
• Project management experience
• Experience supporting new product launches Salary Base salary: $72k~$90k