Director Of S&Op

Who are we?

Kodiak is one of the fastest growing food companies that is disrupting the industry with its better-for-you breakfast and snacking options. Our journey with food began by restoring the tradition of whole grain flapjacks and adding some protein to fuel folks' adventures. In the process, we discovered that foods made closer to nature are not only fueling but taste better. So, we set out to inspire wilder, wide-open lives by feeding epic days through real breakfasts. That's one of the reasons we're in the scenic Rocky Mountains of Park City, Utah: to live our purpose and be close to nature.

Our mission is to become the most loved, next generation food brand, and we're well on our way. We craft the best-selling whole grain flapjack mix in the nation along with toaster waffles, baking mixes, oatmeal, syrup, and snacking options at all major retailers. We're expanding rapidly as our business continues to grow year-after-year and need to build our team with people that share our passion for the outdoors, bring industry experience, thrive in an entrepreneurial culture, and want to make an impact in the food space. We believe that eating real, good-for-you food, being active outdoors, and preserving nature will restore balance generations before us worked so hard to forge. We embrace the spirit of the Kodiak – a pristine wilderness with a rich ecosystem – and we rely on that spirit of the Kodiak to inspire the work we do, the food we eat, and the way we play.

Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Job Location: Kodiak HQ: Park City, Utah (Hybrid in PC, UT)

What will this position do?

Reporting to the COO, the Dir. of S&OP is responsible for leading Kodiak's Sales and Operations process along with the development of efficient and cost-effective supply chain strategies that drive growth, profit, and service objectives.

Responsibilities include:

• Develop and lead a high-performing team of supply chain professionals across Demand Planning, Supply Planning, and Inventory
• Responsible for continuous improvement projects to improve people, processes, and tools for demand, supply, and inventory teams
• Lead a best-in-class S&OP process the enables an efficient and cost-effective supply chain including people, process, and systems
• Responsible for delivering supply chain P&L targets across our internal operations (Warehousing, Inventory, Disposals, etc.)
• Lead Supply Planning team to deliver against fulfillment goals, manage overall working capital spend on inventory, and regular communication of production forecasts to copackers
• Lead Inventory to drive greater accuracy in inventory reporting minimize shrinkage and disposal expense through robust slow-moving and obsolete reporting
• Lead and support Demand Planning to facilitate the monthly demand review to improve Kodiak forecast accuracy

What are we looking for?

Required:

• Must have experiences leading an S&OP Process
• Up to 15% Travel Required
• Demonstrated abilities in leadership, problem solving and collaboration
• Ability to stay cool and calm under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Strong business acumen and P&L awareness, with track record of business partnership with sales and general management functions. Strong influencing and overall collaboration skills, ability to represent the supply chain at customer forums
• Demonstrated team leadership capabilities
• Must have 5+ years people leadership experience within Supply Chain
• 10+ years demand/supply/capacity and inventory planning experience with exposure to contract manufacturing environments in the Consumer Products industry (food, non-durables etc.)
• Demonstrated process leadership capabilities

What else do I need to know?

This role is based in our headquarters near the ski slopes and mountain trails of Park City, Utah. We have a hybrid schedule. We offer competitive compensation and benefits that include: 

• A variety of other Kodiak-unique perks 
• A company fleet of snowboards and other equipment
• 401k match 
• Annual performance bonus 
• Early-out Fridays 
• Casual dress code 
• All-you-can-eat flapjacks 
• Health/vision/dental plans 
• Relocation assistance 
• Active lifestyle allowance 
• Therapy Benefit
• Parental leave 
• Flexible vacation 

Recognized by Inc and Utah as one of America's best places to work, we are known for our awesome work environment – a fun and authentic place where wins are celebrated, collaboration is king, work is balanced with life, and every individual makes a deep impact. We proactively search for ways to develop each individual along their career path here at Kodiak and beyond. We're inspired and committed to creating natural, authentic food with superior taste to fuel a healthy, active lifestyle. We feel encouraged by some of the trends in food today and believe that with a concerted effort we can make an enormous impact in building momentum for natural, better-for-you foods. We invite you to apply to join our team and leave your legacy on the future of food.

At Kodiak Cakes, we are committed to a truly inclusive culture that encourages, supports, and celebrates what makes each of us unique. We bring our full authentic selves to work and leverage our diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to drive value for the company and to live out its mission.