Materials CoordinatorLakeside Foods is seeking a Materials Coordinator to support daily replenishment, inventory management, and order coordination for assigned materials and accounts. This role works cross-functionally to ensure efficient material flow across labeling and packaging facilities while supporting forecast accuracy, artwork approvals, and inventory risk management.What You'll GetCompetitive pay based on experienceAffordable, market-leading medical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement plan with company matchPaid vacation and personal timePaid training and professional development opportunitiesA collaborative corporate office environmentLong-term growth opportunities with a stable, family-owned companyWhat You'll DoMonitor systems and reports to ensure packaging inventory levels support production schedulesIdentify and resolve daily material shortages in coordination with internal customersRequest and reconcile physical inventories at labeling and packaging facilities as neededServe as the primary internal and external contact for assigned accounts on all packaging-related mattersCoordinate inter-plant inventory transfers, provide inventory balances, and manage design transitionsMaintain packaging version control and oversee inventory transitions to limit company liabilityVerify accuracy of product, planning, and material data in applicable systems and communicate required updates to Data GovernanceNotify Data Governance of changes to suppliers, pricing, or lead timesCreate and manage purchase orders, utilizing system planning recommendationsFollow up on open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; expedite as necessaryManage purchase order accuracy including quantities, pricing, and resolution of vendor or receiving issuesResolve invoice discrepanciesReview and approve new or revised customer packaging artwork, collaborating with Quality and maintaining appropriate documentationPartner with Sales and Forecasting to support forecast accuracy and resolve planning issuesCollaborate with Operations, Quality, and suppliers to address packaging size or quality concernsDetermine and manage disposition of obsolete, rejected, or aged packagingConduct safety stock analysis and recommend adjustmentsParticipate in special projects and perform other duties as assignedWhat You'll BringEducation & Experience: Associate degree in Supply Chain Management, Materials Management certificate, or related field preferred. Three or more years of experience in inventory management, procurement, or supply chain functions. Equivalent combination of education and experience considered.Skills & Abilities: Strong ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment. Independent work style with minimal supervision. Solid problem-solving and decision-making skills.
Experience with Microsoft Office, Adobe, email and electronic file management.
Experience with SAP S/4HANA preferred. Ability to apply regulatory and compliance requirements within the Label Approval process. Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills for interaction with customers, design agencies, and internal partners. Strong analytical skills with the ability to review inventory, demand, and planning data for accuracy. Ability to think independently and complete general assignments with sound judgment.Why Lakeside FoodsFounded in 1887, Lakeside Foods is a family-owned company with a long history of quality, integrity, and operational excellence. We invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow while making a meaningful impact across the organization. Lakeside Foods and our family of companies welcomes people of all backgrounds and the varied ideas they bring to the workplace. Being an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer is part of our heritage and culture. We recruit, hire and promote employees based on qualifications and merit, without regard to race, religion, age, gender, disability, marital or veteran status. Lakeside Foods participates in E-Verify.
Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.