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About the company:
Plenty is a new kind of farm for a new kind of world. We’re on a mission to bring healthy food to the world while protecting the environment. Our pesticide-free, non-GMO leafy greens taste fresh-picked from the garden because they were. We grow and deliver locally, cutting transportation miles and reducing emissions. Plenty’s indoor farms mean fresh produce is always in season.
We are a team of growers, plant scientists, engineers, artists, foodies and plant romantics working to improve the lives of plants, people, and the planet. We currently operate in South San Francisco, CA, and Laramie, WY. Our new Compton, CA site set to open in 2021 will be the world’s first, high-capacity indoor vertical farm.
Plenty believes food justice is social justice. Equal access to healthy, nutritious food is fundamental to a quality life. We build farms in communities that need better access to food and jobs. Plenty provides living-wage, year-round jobs along with flavorful, nutrient-rich food to the communities we serve. We use automation and robotics so machines do the backbreaking labor while people perform new kinds of skilled agricultural, science and high-tech jobs.
Now is the time to help Plenty achieve its mission to feed the world healthy food in a sustainable way. We are a start-up with expanding career growth opportunities.
We are actively seeking those who embody our core values: find a way, down to earth, & grow together. These values guide how we work together as teammates, approach innovation and engage with customers. Does this sound like you? Join the mission as we improve human and planetary health by increasing access to craveable fruits and vegetables.
We are a team of growers, plant scientists, engineers, artists, foodies and plant romantics working to improve the lives of plants, people, and the planet. We currently operate in South San Francisco, CA, and Laramie, WY. Our new Compton, CA site set to open in 2021 will be the world’s first, high-capacity indoor vertical farm.
Plenty believes food justice is social justice. Equal access to healthy, nutritious food is fundamental to a quality life. We build farms in communities that need better access to food and jobs. Plenty provides living-wage, year-round jobs along with flavorful, nutrient-rich food to the communities we serve. We use automation and robotics so machines do the backbreaking labor while people perform new kinds of skilled agricultural, science and high-tech jobs.
Now is the time to help Plenty achieve its mission to feed the world healthy food in a sustainable way. We are a start-up with expanding career growth opportunities.
We are actively seeking those who embody our core values: find a way, down to earth, & grow together. These values guide how we work together as teammates, approach innovation and engage with customers. Does this sound like you? Join the mission as we improve human and planetary health by increasing access to craveable fruits and vegetables.
About Plenty
Plenty is on a mission to make fresh, pesticide-free fruits and vegetables more accessible to everyone. Our cutting-edge indoor, vertical farms produce extraordinary yields using a fraction of the land and water outdoor farms need. Nutrient-rich, mouth-watering and locally grown, our crops help people, communities and our planet to be healthier and more resilient.
The people and teams who make up Plenty are at the core of how we do this. We are a collaborative and innovative bunch. We are passionate about our contributions to Plenty, the communities around us and our planet, but never take ourselves too seriously. We’re down to Earth, we grow together, and we always find a way. Most importantly, we are growing for a better tomorrow, today.
Plenty is looking for a Farm Direct Materials & Logistics Manager to join our Farm Operations team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end supply chain processes that support the Compton Farm Operations. This includes overseeing buying processes, procurement, the bill of materials, receiving supplies, improving existing supply chain operations, reducing costs, driving demand planning, and overseeing logistics for our indoor vertical farm facility in Compton, CA. Additionally, this role will ensure suppliers are held accountable to quality, surety of supply, and cost as well as building relationships and strategic partnerships with key suppliers. This is a highly visible key role within our organization, and you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on our production operations.
- Be part of a Winning Team: In this role you will be part of the Farm Operations Team driving Operational Excellence through collaboration and teamwork
- Procurement and Supplier Management: Develop and execute procurement strategies to source high-quality materials and supplies at competitive prices. Manage relationships with suppliers, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance
- Receiving Supplies: Oversee the receiving process, ensuring that materials are received, inspected, and stored appropriately. Implement efficient inventory management practices to minimize wastage and optimize resource utilization
- Existing Supply Chain Improvement: Continuously evaluate the existing supply chain processes and identify opportunities for optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency improvements
- Cost Reduction: Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies to reduce the overall cost of materials and supplies without compromising quality or reliability
- Demand Planning: Develop MRP demand planning strategies, monitor market trends, and work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the right amount of materials is available to meet production schedules
- Collaboration: Collaborate with various teams, including production, quality control, and logistics, to ensure smooth operations and alignment with business objectives
- Compliance: Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, industry standards, and company policies in the supply chain operations
- Performance Metrics: Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of supply chain operations and provide regular reports to the executive team
- Shipping: Oversee the scheduling of pickups and deliveries with our customers, book carriers, and manage claims
- Bill of Materials Management: Create and maintain accurate bill of materials (BOM) for all our vertical farming facilities, ensuring that materials and components are available when needed and align with production requirements
- Travel up to 25% of the time
- Others duties as assigned
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; or equivalent years of relevant experience
- 5+ years of experience in buying, vendor management, logistics, and supply chain management, with a proven track record in procurement, MRP, and cost reduction
- Warehouse and Logistics Experience
- Excellent knowledge of BOM management, materials planning, and inventory control
- Proficiency in supply chain software, ERP systems, and data analytics tools
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and leadership skills
- Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a strategic mindset
- Excellent commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility
Full-Time; Onsite
What we can offer
- Compensation: we’ll pay you a competitive salary on a biweekly basis, give you a stake in the company via equity and contribute toward your 401K
- Health & well-being: we’ll invest in your physical and mental well-being with comprehensive medical, dental, & vision benefits, and an Employee Assistance Program to help with mental health, financial & legal matters
- Food: in-office lunches, snacks and access to our leafy greens & new produce in development -- are you up for a side gig as a taste tester?
- Grow together: learning & development opportunities including unlimited access to our Upstart University platform, LinkedIn Learning, lunch & learns, training certifications, and more
- Equipment: we’ll provide you with the equipment you need to be successful, including $75/month toward your home internet and phone bills and $250 every 2 years to upgrade your phone
- Paid time off: we know you’ll do your best if you’re taking time to recharge, so we don’t cap the amount of days you can take off per year in addition to the paid holidays we observe
- Parental leave: 12 weeks off for all new parents - fully paid so you can focus your energy on your newest addition
Food & Safety Requirements
- Comply with all Plant, State and Federal OSHA, EPA, FDA, HACCP, and SQF regulations
- All applicants must be 18 years or older to apply
- Comply with GMP/GAPS in the Facility
- Conduct monitoring activities to assure finished product comply with food safety and quality specifications
- Assist in the maintenance of Food Safety and Quality system
Plenty’s target compensation range for this role is $106,400 - $117,000 for this location. Actual compensation is commensurate with experience and alignment with role requirements.
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