Position type/ Location: Permanent/ Baltimore, MD

Department: Operations

Reports To: Operations Manager

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Supervisor: No

Job Function: Essential On-Site

 

Overview 

The Production Manager/Specialist is responsible for supply chain and logistics by ensuring there are cost-effective purchases for all MESS goods and services. This position will work collaboratively with MESS operations staff  in the purchasing process from selecting suppliers to ensuring there is stock optimization, as well as provide guidance on sourcing and procurement processes. 

Key Role Responsibilities 

Inventory Management Reporting; run and share reports to identify low/high product inventory

Manage all shop management and fulfillment activities; wholesale, pop-ups, “shefrom” and collaborations

Process vendor invoices for payment

Sourcing and engagement of reliable wholesale suppliers and vendors 

Liaison between Third Party Fulfillment (3PL) and MESS (product transfers and inventory adjustments)

Management of international production work (order status, inventory reconciliation, invoice management and communications

Responds to ongoing internal and external correspondence

Execute all product ordering

Assist with maintaining and organized on and off-site products for sale

Support MESS productions team with product forecasting modeling

Support any ad hoc projects/tasks that pop-up sporadically

Reviews and manages assigned business email account(s)

 

Key MESS Responsibilities 

In addition to role responsibilities, each staff member of Mess in a Bottle has the following responsibilities as a part of their employment:

• Models and reinforces MESS core values of Integrity, Collaboration and Caring, Excellence, Accountability and Respect

• Actively participates in performance improvement activities and actively participates in activities that support the company's mission 
• Performs other duties on an as-needed basis
• Protects company data and property by confidentiality by maintaining compliance with applicable laws 

 

Knowledge, Experience and Skills 

Formal Education and Training 

• High School Diploma or GED, Bachelor’s Degree preferred
• Valid Driver’s License and a personal vehicle

Experience

• 1-2 years of supply chain experience
• Experience using supply chain software and tools

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Experience in computer technology especially, email, appointment scheduling software and Microsoft Office
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent organization and time-management skills
• Able to follow instructions clearly and accurately within a timely fashion
• Proactive and enthusiast about delivering positive results
• Able to correspond with clients and customers in a professional manner

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

 

Activity			Some		Freq		Work Position %
Lift		0-50 lbs.	X				Sitting	50 %
Carry		0-50 lbs.	X				Walking	45 %
Push		0-50 lbs.	X				Standing	5 %
Pull		0-50 lbs.	X
Stoop, Kneel			X
Crawl					X
Climb					X
Balance					X
Physical Requirements				Hazards
Mark with an X if this is a physical requirement for this job.				Mark with an X if this is a potential hazard for this job.
	Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)					Use of Latex Gloves
	Perform shift work					Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents
	Maneuver weight of equipment					Exposure to moving mechanical parts
X	Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder					Exposure to dust/fumes
	Reach above shoulder					Exposure to potential electrical shock
X	Repetitive arm/hand movements					Exposure to high pitched noises
X	Finger Dexterity					Exposure to high pitched noises
	Color Vision
	Acuity – far
X	Acuity – near
	Depth perception
	On Call

 

MESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

 

 

Send resume to hr@messinabottle.com