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Why Work with Us? - Fossil Farms values integrity, hard-work, commitment and risk taking because we believe that is what it takes to create positive change in the world. We’re passionate about being the best in the industry and believe that every individual effort contributes to the team’s success. We’re a group of progressive food lovers, farmers, former chefs and restaurant people, sales professionals, designers, operational wizards, warehouse heroes and logistics experts.

What We Do - Fossil Farms specializes in providing the highest quality farm raised game and all natural meats in the country. Our craft takes hard work and a single focus to be the best at what we do. We are pioneers in healthy and sustainable alternatives to conventional red meat. We source, market and distribute farm raised wild game, game birds, exotic meats and all natural meats to home consumers, professional chefs and restaurateurs, foodservice operators and institutions.

Why We Do It - We’ve been challenging the status quo for over 23 years and are driven to operate efficiently, while doing what’s good for the planet, in order to make significant impact in our industry and create more access to sustainable and healthy alternatives to conventionally raised meat from factory farms. We’re on a mission to improve the conventional meat industry.

We are always seeking for the next rock stars to join out tribe. Listed below are the current positions available. Don't see something your interested in but, still want us to know about you?

Send your resume to michelel@fossilfarms.com.

Production & Inventory Control Manager

About Fossil Farms

Fossil Farms, headquartered in Boonton, New Jersey, are pioneers in the All Natural & Game Meat industry. We provide healthy alternatives to the commodity meat market by offering the finest quality farm raised game meats, fowl and all natural meats in the country. We source our proteins from through local farms, other farms throughout the United States, and worldwide.

We have been established for over a quarter century and are very driven to continue our growth and provide the food industry and families throughout the country the opportunity to provide themselves the finest products on the market.

Fossil Farms prides itself on fostering an exciting, team, and family like environment.

Job Summary

As the Production & Inventory Control Manager, you will be a key player in optimizing the organization's production process while maintaining adequate inventory levels and controls throughout the organization. With core skills in production, procurement, inventory management, and negotiation, you will be responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating pricing, and managing supplier relationships. Leveraging these core skills, you will contribute to the seamless flow of products, driving the organization's success in a competitive market.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Procurement

• Direct and provide guidance to the procurement team daily.
• Manage the production process from sourcing raw materials and working with processors to ensure production meets customer demand while maintaining appropriate inventory levels.
• Create and manage purchase orders based on inventory levels and forecasted demand, ensuring timely restocking without over-purchasing.
• Monitor delivery schedules of incoming product and expedite orders when necessary to meet deadlines.
• Identify areas to streamline the production and procurement areas through automation and innovation.

Inventory Control

• Maintain optimal inventory levels to support continuous production and minimize holding costs.
• Conduct regular cycle counts and investigate and resolve discrepancies.
• Key player in the Company’s physical inventory conducted twice per year.
• Use historical data and collaborate with sales teams to forecast needs based on upcoming requirements.
• Identify areas to strengthen controls and improve procedures to minimize spoilage, waste, and loss.

Required Qualifications

• 7 to 10 years of experience in purchasing, inventory management or supply chain roles, preferable in a food manufacturing environment.
• Experience with ERP systems.
• Proficient with Microsoft suite products, including advanced Excel and reporting skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with an attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business or a related field.
• Experience working in the meat industry.
• Experience working in a USDA facility.
• Familiarity with ERP system implementations or upgrades.

Key Competencies

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all tasks.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and implement effective solutions.
• Strategic thinking with a focus on cost efficiency and process improvement.
• Skilled in negotiating pricing to achieve best terms.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work with cross-functional teams.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vison
• Paid time off
• Paid company holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Employee discount