Head of Supply Chain easyplant

Meet easyplant

As part of our mission to make home design effortless and enjoyable weve realized that keeping plants alive can be quite challenging for many people. Consequently we invested two years in developing a selfwatering system that ensures plants remain healthy and vibrant.

The adoption rates of the product in the market are phenomenal and we are accelerating our activities. This is increasing our need for a topnotch Supply Chain Specialist who will manage the easyplant procurement process and negotiate and manage the relationship with some of our most strategic suppliers.

This is an amazing opportunity to join the core team of a new promising startup that operates under the umbrella of Mixtiles one of the fastestgrowing brands in the D2C home decor industry.

What Youre Applying For:

As the Head of Supply Chain at easyplant you will play a pivotal role in our companys rapid growth and success.
Our supply chain spans 5 fulfillment centers in the US and we are planning to expand to more geographies next year. We manage over 200 SKUs and work with more than 20 global suppliers shipping over 1 million selfwatering plants annually.
In this role you will lead material and inventory planning logistics and shipments cost allocation and foster strong relationships with suppliers to guarantee timely deliveries. You will also be responsible for managing and scaling a team of 2 within the supply chain department with plans to expand as the company grows.

In this role youll be responsible for:

Material and Inventory Planning:

• Develop and execute comprehensive material and inventory planning strategies across our 5 fulfillment centers.
• Collaborate closely with our Data Finance and Production teams to forecast demand accurately and optimize inventory levels to meet customer requirements while minimizing excess costs.
• Implement inventory control measures to ensure inventory accuracy and availability.

Logistics and Shipments:

• Oversee all aspects of logistics and shipments including freight and transportation warehousing and distribution.
• Continuously evaluate and optimize transportation routes modes and warehousing solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

Cost Allocation and Data Management:

• Take ownership of cost allocation processes ensuring accurate tracking and reporting of supply chainrelated expenses.
• Analyze costrelated data to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.

Supplier Management and Sourcing:

• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with over 20 global suppliers to secure favorable terms pricing and lead times.
• Source and qualify new suppliers for existing or new materials to support product development and company growth.
• Negotiate for competitive prices while ensuring great quality and adherence to delivery schedules.
• Conduct regular performance reviews and audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and quality standards.

ERP System Implementation:

• Lead the implementation of an ERP system to enhance the management of our supply chain and planning processes.
• Ensure smooth integration of the ERP system with existing systems and processes driving efficiency and effectiveness throughout the supply chain.

What Were Looking For:

• Minimum of 6 years of experience in supply chain management with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Extensive knowledge of supply chain principles inventory management techniques and logistics operations.
• Experience in working with ERP systems with a preference for experience in the characterization and rampup of such systems.
• Advantage to B2C massmarket supply chain experience.
• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to interpret and leverage data to drive informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external partners.
• Proven track record of delivering results in a fastpaced and dynamic environment.