[Hiring] EU Ingredient Planner @AG1

Role Description

We are looking for a detailed-oriented, highly analytical and skilled Ingredient Planner to provide temporary contract support to our Supply Chain Finance team. This is a 100% remote role based in Ireland and is a full-time contract role for up to 9 months.

This role plays a crucial part in planning to ensure the efficient levels and flow of ingredients and raw materials for the manufacturing process for all AG1 products. Responsibilities include:

• Forecasting ingredient needs
• Coordinating with suppliers and co-manufacturers
• Maintaining inventory levels in partnership with the planning team
• Ensuring production has the necessary resources to meet customer demand

This role works closely with planning, procurement, manufacturing, and external suppliers to optimize supply chain operations and avoid material shortages or excess inventory. Reporting to the Senior Director, Supply Chain Finance, this position will drive accountability with our co-manufacturers and suppliers to ensure optimal inventory levels throughout the supply chain.

The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills with a background in forecasting, supply chain planning, and cross-functional collaboration. As this position supports our fast-paced global supply chain initiatives, you must be solution-oriented, collaborative, and resourceful in shaping recommendations that will better position our ingredient supply and set our business up for success as we grow and scale.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in material planning, inventory management, or supply chain finance roles in a manufacturing or production environment
• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems (Netsuite experience is preferred, or SAP, Oracle, or other relevant software)
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for decision-making
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with procurement, manufacturing, and logistics teams
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, supply chain optimization, and inventory management best practices
• Attention to detail and accuracy in forecasting and planning
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
• Proactive and self-motivated with a focus on continuous improvement
• Comfortable working in a remote setting
• Knowledgeable in all things MS Office and Google Suite
• Experience with consumer products in e-commerce, direct-to-consumer and/or CPG a plus

Requirements

• Develop and maintain accurate ingredient forecasts based on production schedules across multiple co-manufacturers globally, purchase orders, and ingredient inventory on hand
• Create and manage Material Requirements Planning (MRP) reports to determine material needs and inventory requirements
• Plan for and manage material supply to meet production goals while minimizing stockouts and overstock situations
• Participate in the S&OP process by providing insights on ingredient inventory to support forecasted demand
• Monitor inventory levels at our co-manufacturers and identify gaps or risks to ensure adequate supply without excessive surplus
• Work with the co-manufacturers to ensure accurate inventory records
• Support ingredient replenishment and confirm safety stock levels as needed
• Collaborate with procurement and purchasing teams to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, evaluating lead times and ensuring quality standards are met
• Address any supply chain disruptions, delays, or issues to maintain smooth production
• Provide manufacturing teams with material availability updates and ensure ingredients are ready for use in production processes
• Work closely with production schedules to align material deliveries with production timelines
• Address material shortages or overages and resolve discrepancies in collaboration with internal teams
• Analyze ingredient usage, forecast accuracy, and lead times to improve planning accuracy
• Prepare reports and key performance indicators (KPIs) on ingredient availability, inventory levels, and supplier performance
• Identify process improvements and recommend solutions to enhance ingredient flow efficiency

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and performance-based incentive plans
• A 100% remote working environment (excluding Laboratory positions), which has been implemented from day one
• A strong company culture that is enforced through the hiring process to ensure values alignment and a highly collaborative team
• A mission-driven approach to everything that we do, with an overall goal to significantly improve our customers’ health and wellness
• A high-growth, dynamic environment with opportunities for your direct impact to be felt
• Paid holidays, company-wide reset and reflect days, and unlimited PTO (based on your country of residence)
• In-person team meetups for optimal collaboration, team building and accelerating productivity
• A work environment and culture that is based on high performance, productivity and continuous improvement
• The opportunity to work with passionate, high-growth, business-minded colleagues who bring their all to our mission each and every day
• Access to AG1 products and branded swag
• All other benefits and insurances as required by law, based on your specific country of residence