Women of the Vine & Spirits
Director Supply Planning and Purchasing
Women of the Vine & Spirits, Napa, California, United States, 94559
Director Supply Planning and Purchasing
Position Purpose The Director of Supply Planning and Purchasing is responsible for the functions required to execute bottling operations to meet materials and cased goods inventory targets while supporting efficient operations, cost optimization and life cycle management. Leads, directs and manages the mid‑term planning, inventory management, purchasing, and scheduling teams supporting cased goods production, pack ware assembly, contract packaging, direct finished goods import and make‑to‑order operations. Responsible for managing all aspects of life cycle management of cased goods and direct materials from master data management, SAP process execution, innovation, launch support and obsolescence.
Company Delicato Family Vineyards
Location: Napa, CA, Manteca, CA
Functional Responsibility
Oversees, directs, and manages departmental activities and team performance
Drives and models company culture and holds self, peers, and direct reports accountable for demonstrating a constructive company culture through influential, personal behavior and actions
Develops and implements clearly defined operational and individual goals to develop employees, achieve productivity levels, and to attain the company's strategic plan
Researches best practices, stays abreast of industry trends, and maintains awareness of regulatory changes to ensure compliance and continually improve operations
Executes departmental financial objectives by preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action
Achieves departmental results to ensure the effective delivery of the strategic plan
Develops staffing needs; attracts, motivates, and retains a workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve goals and objectives
Promotes and ensures a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
Leads the way and prepares departmental staff for success in a continually changing environment
Fosters a work environment that encourages creative thinking, promotes flexibility, and drives innovation
Addresses employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner; notifies HR Business Partner and keeps immediate manager informed as appropriate
Ensures compliance and consistent application of company policies, initiatives, and decisions
Coaches, guides, and develops direct reports; fully engages in the GPS (Performance Management) process; provides high‑quality feedback, and ensures proper GPS documentation of employee performance, recognition, and deficiencies
Essential Duties
Ensures accurate and timely execution of end to end planning activity, processes and metric analysis from dMRP/scheduling to materials planning to purchasing
Assesses current SAP scheduling tools and processes and implementation of new ERP systems and standard solutions to drive efficiency across planning and purchasing
Responsible for the coordination of all stakeholders (operations, winemaking, cellar and suppliers) while liaising with demand planning, new product development and customer service to meet inventory and service level targets
Leads strategic capacity planning process and forecast for operations, warehouse and materials planning to inform budgeting, LE and supplier forecast. Analyzes plans for risks and impact on supply chain and resources
Oversees creation and maintenance of master data in SAP, including life cycle. Develop team and processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy
Ensures on time availability and replenishment of materials, glass and purchased cased goods through planning and scheduling strategies. Takes appropriate action to prevent supply disruptions. Understands and utilizes appropriate actions to minimize cost associated with purchasing, transportation and inventory
Responsible for inventory strategy by maximizing inventory turns, while minimizing inventory valuation and obsolescence. Manages materials and cased goods from introduction through end of life with the product life cycle to reduce carrying costs. Positively impacts cash flow and cost of goods by maintaining a high level of inventory accuracy, working closely with Distribution and Customer Service
Provides leadership for material cost standard development and IPV/PPV monthly variance tracking along with insights on supplier price changes which impact current and future COGs
Responsible for developing and implementing metrics and dashboard(s) to measure performance of production planning and purchasing processes. Facilitates the Delicato supply chain health "SSI" company metric process
Leads appropriate improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve service, and enhance asset utilization/efficiency. Designs and implements supply chain processes that support business initiatives for changing market conditions and new business opportunities
Supports Procurement, Quality, Lean, PMO and Operations team projects and initiatives
Builds strong relationships with other functional leaders to collaborate and implement solutions to company issues
Manages cost center budgeting, forecasting and spending while identifying opportunities for savings
Directs the Supply Planning and Purchasing team including driving a constructive culture and coaching for positive performance and professional development
Other duties may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
Experience: 10+ years experience in planning and purchasing
Leadership: Team leadership with demonstrated progressive responsibility
Experience with Lean, continuous improve or other operational excellence methodology a plus
Certificates and Licenses
APICS, CPSM or other a plus
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Experience working with ERP system a must, SAP and S4/Hana preferred
Expert Excel and Microsoft Suite. AI a plus
Self‑motivated with high energy for process improvement
Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Must have good communication skills - influential and highly collaborative. Must be able to implement processes and decisions while maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers
Possess demonstrated strength of character and ability to excel in a challenging and changing environment during periods of rapid growth
Working Conditions
General office
Occasional travel
Required to operate a motor vehicle for Company business on an infrequent or unexpected basis
Work Standards
Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
Follows all Company policies and procedures
Additional Comments Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
California Pay Transparency Disclaimer This is a Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $139,182.96 to $217,706.16. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Equal Opportunity Employer Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services
Nearest Major Market Napa
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Position Purpose The Director of Supply Planning and Purchasing is responsible for the functions required to execute bottling operations to meet materials and cased goods inventory targets while supporting efficient operations, cost optimization and life cycle management. Leads, directs and manages the mid‑term planning, inventory management, purchasing, and scheduling teams supporting cased goods production, pack ware assembly, contract packaging, direct finished goods import and make‑to‑order operations. Responsible for managing all aspects of life cycle management of cased goods and direct materials from master data management, SAP process execution, innovation, launch support and obsolescence.
Company Delicato Family Vineyards
Location: Napa, CA, Manteca, CA
Functional Responsibility
Oversees, directs, and manages departmental activities and team performance
Drives and models company culture and holds self, peers, and direct reports accountable for demonstrating a constructive company culture through influential, personal behavior and actions
Develops and implements clearly defined operational and individual goals to develop employees, achieve productivity levels, and to attain the company's strategic plan
Researches best practices, stays abreast of industry trends, and maintains awareness of regulatory changes to ensure compliance and continually improve operations
Executes departmental financial objectives by preparing budgets, scheduling expenditures, analyzing variances, and initiating corrective action
Achieves departmental results to ensure the effective delivery of the strategic plan
Develops staffing needs; attracts, motivates, and retains a workforce with the appropriate knowledge, skills, and abilities to achieve goals and objectives
Promotes and ensures a safe and healthy work environment for all employees
Leads the way and prepares departmental staff for success in a continually changing environment
Fosters a work environment that encourages creative thinking, promotes flexibility, and drives innovation
Addresses employee issues, concerns, and complaints in an objective and confidential manner; notifies HR Business Partner and keeps immediate manager informed as appropriate
Ensures compliance and consistent application of company policies, initiatives, and decisions
Coaches, guides, and develops direct reports; fully engages in the GPS (Performance Management) process; provides high‑quality feedback, and ensures proper GPS documentation of employee performance, recognition, and deficiencies
Essential Duties
Ensures accurate and timely execution of end to end planning activity, processes and metric analysis from dMRP/scheduling to materials planning to purchasing
Assesses current SAP scheduling tools and processes and implementation of new ERP systems and standard solutions to drive efficiency across planning and purchasing
Responsible for the coordination of all stakeholders (operations, winemaking, cellar and suppliers) while liaising with demand planning, new product development and customer service to meet inventory and service level targets
Leads strategic capacity planning process and forecast for operations, warehouse and materials planning to inform budgeting, LE and supplier forecast. Analyzes plans for risks and impact on supply chain and resources
Oversees creation and maintenance of master data in SAP, including life cycle. Develop team and processes to ensure data integrity and accuracy
Ensures on time availability and replenishment of materials, glass and purchased cased goods through planning and scheduling strategies. Takes appropriate action to prevent supply disruptions. Understands and utilizes appropriate actions to minimize cost associated with purchasing, transportation and inventory
Responsible for inventory strategy by maximizing inventory turns, while minimizing inventory valuation and obsolescence. Manages materials and cased goods from introduction through end of life with the product life cycle to reduce carrying costs. Positively impacts cash flow and cost of goods by maintaining a high level of inventory accuracy, working closely with Distribution and Customer Service
Provides leadership for material cost standard development and IPV/PPV monthly variance tracking along with insights on supplier price changes which impact current and future COGs
Responsible for developing and implementing metrics and dashboard(s) to measure performance of production planning and purchasing processes. Facilitates the Delicato supply chain health "SSI" company metric process
Leads appropriate improvement initiatives to reduce cost, improve service, and enhance asset utilization/efficiency. Designs and implements supply chain processes that support business initiatives for changing market conditions and new business opportunities
Supports Procurement, Quality, Lean, PMO and Operations team projects and initiatives
Builds strong relationships with other functional leaders to collaborate and implement solutions to company issues
Manages cost center budgeting, forecasting and spending while identifying opportunities for savings
Directs the Supply Planning and Purchasing team including driving a constructive culture and coaching for positive performance and professional development
Other duties may be assigned
Minimum Requirements
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
Experience: 10+ years experience in planning and purchasing
Leadership: Team leadership with demonstrated progressive responsibility
Experience with Lean, continuous improve or other operational excellence methodology a plus
Certificates and Licenses
APICS, CPSM or other a plus
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Experience working with ERP system a must, SAP and S4/Hana preferred
Expert Excel and Microsoft Suite. AI a plus
Self‑motivated with high energy for process improvement
Possess excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills
Must have good communication skills - influential and highly collaborative. Must be able to implement processes and decisions while maintaining relationships with customers and suppliers
Possess demonstrated strength of character and ability to excel in a challenging and changing environment during periods of rapid growth
Working Conditions
General office
Occasional travel
Required to operate a motor vehicle for Company business on an infrequent or unexpected basis
Work Standards
Acts in a manner reflective of the Company culture of High Moral Standards, Innovation and Continuous Evolution, Trust in Team, Continuous Improvement, and Sustainable Relationships
Communicates, interacts, and works effectively with others; receptive to feedback and coaching; voices concerns in a constructive manner
Demonstrates commitment to safety first; communicates safety concerns; promotes a safe work environment based on established safety standards and training
Follows all Company policies and procedures
Additional Comments Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
California Pay Transparency Disclaimer This is a Exempt position. The pay range for this position is $139,182.96 to $217,706.16. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role. Actual placement within range will be contingent upon a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, education, experience, internal equity and alignment with market data.
Benefits Delicato Family Wines offers its employees a generous and comprehensive benefits package. The core health insurance components include medical, dental and vision, where Delicato covers nearly the entire cost for employees and a large percentage for dependents. Additional health benefits include life, disability and flexible spending accounts. Other benefits include 401(k) with generous company match, discretionary profit sharing, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, wine & merchandise discounts, tuition reimbursement, gym discounts & many more.
NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES Please note that we do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Services Agreement, we will not consider, or agree to, payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event that a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, we explicitly reserve the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.
Equal Opportunity Employer Delicato Family Wines is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Seniority level Director
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Food and Beverage Services
Nearest Major Market Napa
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