Calyx Containers, LLC
Overview
Material and Inventory Planner
Supply Chain Organization, SLC (on-site)
The Material and Inventory Planner will support the growing Calyx Operations ecosystem through the effective management of supply chain activities including inventory management, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, and other duties as assigned ensuring service, cost, and cash targets are achieved. The Material and Inventory Planner should be an analytically and results oriented individual with demonstrable experience in product manufacturing, operations, and supply chain. This leader will have defined initiatives and shown success through data-backed execution. This role reports to the Director of Supply Chain and is on-site at our high-tech facility in West Valley City.
Responsibilities
Own the monthly S&OP meeting. Gather demand inputs (sales pipeline, promotions, run-rates), prepare the supply plan, and drive cross-functional consensus.
Translate the demand plan into MPS/MRP signals for both internal materials/chemicals and externally produced products.
Build and maintain item planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, MOQ, lead time, yield).
Set and manage inventory targets by SKU/customer, balancing service levels and working capital.
Monitor slow-moving/obsolete risk; recommend disposition and root-cause corrective actions.
Track and report inventory turns, days on hand, and service-level attainment.
Run VMI for assigned accounts: forecast at SKU/site, publish reorder proposals, and execute replenishment within agreed min/max and kanban rules.
Maintain customer scorecards (fill rate, OTIF, forecast accuracy) and lead weekly customer touchpoints.
Maintain clean master data; build dashboards for plan vs. actuals.
Use ERP/MRP (NetSuite experience preferred) and spreadsheets.
What success looks like
Service: OTIF target with backorders minimized
Forecast Accuracy: target at family/level (MAPE/Bias)
Inventory: turns and days on hand on target; excess/obsolete trending down
Inventory Accuracy: 98% across raw materials, finished goods and consignment inventory
Process: S&OP calendar hit every month with clear decisions and actions
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; MBA a plus
Analytical mindset with strong statistical and problem-solving skills. Lean Six Sigma certification a plus
A career path from operations or supply chain management is ideal
Supply chain / sourcing including logistics experience; warehousing/distribution experience is a plus
Product manufacturing experience required; packaging experience a plus
Strong vendor management experience
ERP experience required; NetSuite experience preferred
Strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to develop effective internal and external relationships with vendors
More about us Our team is composed of bright, hardworking, creative, and highly motivated individuals looking to make an impact on the world. We seek like-minded colleagues who share our values and want to apply their experience, energy, and enthusiasm to help grow and scale a dynamic business in a rapidly expanding industry. The Calyx Containers culture fosters personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. We operate at a fast pace, demand high personal standards, and offer everyone the opportunity to contribute, skill-build, and develop their talents.
Benefits and perks offered to full time employees include: Flexible Paid Time Off; comprehensive benefits including Medical (with company-funded HRA), Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Headspace Care Mental Health support; 401(k); opportunity to make an immediate impact; monthly team meetings and frequent social events.
Ideal candidate An ideal Calyx candidate looks like: experience in the cannabis and/or packaging industry, thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles ambiguity with a positive attitude, rolls up their sleeves to help their team.
How success is measured First 30 days spent getting to know the company and our team. Ability to make an immediate impact as we are growing quickly. Living our core values: X-treme Ownership; Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry; Sustainability Is Multi-Dimensional; We Are Square: Quality Does Not Cut Corners; Customer Is The Only Boss; Earn Success Every Day; The Biggest Failure Is The Failure To Ask For Help; Better Together: Cultivate An Inclusive Environment.
Calyx Containers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@calyxcontainers.com. (Please note that applications should not be emailed to this address).
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The Material and Inventory Planner will support the growing Calyx Operations ecosystem through the effective management of supply chain activities including inventory management, Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs, and other duties as assigned ensuring service, cost, and cash targets are achieved. The Material and Inventory Planner should be an analytically and results oriented individual with demonstrable experience in product manufacturing, operations, and supply chain. This leader will have defined initiatives and shown success through data-backed execution. This role reports to the Director of Supply Chain and is on-site at our high-tech facility in West Valley City.
Responsibilities
Own the monthly S&OP meeting. Gather demand inputs (sales pipeline, promotions, run-rates), prepare the supply plan, and drive cross-functional consensus.
Translate the demand plan into MPS/MRP signals for both internal materials/chemicals and externally produced products.
Build and maintain item planning parameters (safety stock, reorder points, MOQ, lead time, yield).
Set and manage inventory targets by SKU/customer, balancing service levels and working capital.
Monitor slow-moving/obsolete risk; recommend disposition and root-cause corrective actions.
Track and report inventory turns, days on hand, and service-level attainment.
Run VMI for assigned accounts: forecast at SKU/site, publish reorder proposals, and execute replenishment within agreed min/max and kanban rules.
Maintain customer scorecards (fill rate, OTIF, forecast accuracy) and lead weekly customer touchpoints.
Maintain clean master data; build dashboards for plan vs. actuals.
Use ERP/MRP (NetSuite experience preferred) and spreadsheets.
What success looks like
Service: OTIF target with backorders minimized
Forecast Accuracy: target at family/level (MAPE/Bias)
Inventory: turns and days on hand on target; excess/obsolete trending down
Inventory Accuracy: 98% across raw materials, finished goods and consignment inventory
Process: S&OP calendar hit every month with clear decisions and actions
Requirements
Degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; MBA a plus
Analytical mindset with strong statistical and problem-solving skills. Lean Six Sigma certification a plus
A career path from operations or supply chain management is ideal
Supply chain / sourcing including logistics experience; warehousing/distribution experience is a plus
Product manufacturing experience required; packaging experience a plus
Strong vendor management experience
ERP experience required; NetSuite experience preferred
Strong verbal and written communications skills with ability to develop effective internal and external relationships with vendors
More about us Our team is composed of bright, hardworking, creative, and highly motivated individuals looking to make an impact on the world. We seek like-minded colleagues who share our values and want to apply their experience, energy, and enthusiasm to help grow and scale a dynamic business in a rapidly expanding industry. The Calyx Containers culture fosters personal and professional growth in a challenging and rewarding environment. We operate at a fast pace, demand high personal standards, and offer everyone the opportunity to contribute, skill-build, and develop their talents.
Benefits and perks offered to full time employees include: Flexible Paid Time Off; comprehensive benefits including Medical (with company-funded HRA), Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Headspace Care Mental Health support; 401(k); opportunity to make an immediate impact; monthly team meetings and frequent social events.
Ideal candidate An ideal Calyx candidate looks like: experience in the cannabis and/or packaging industry, thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles ambiguity with a positive attitude, rolls up their sleeves to help their team.
How success is measured First 30 days spent getting to know the company and our team. Ability to make an immediate impact as we are growing quickly. Living our core values: X-treme Ownership; Be Quick, But Don’t Hurry; Sustainability Is Multi-Dimensional; We Are Square: Quality Does Not Cut Corners; Customer Is The Only Boss; Earn Success Every Day; The Biggest Failure Is The Failure To Ask For Help; Better Together: Cultivate An Inclusive Environment.
Calyx Containers is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Diversity drives innovation; inclusion drives success. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact hr@calyxcontainers.com. (Please note that applications should not be emailed to this address).
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