Supply Chain Project Specialist

Role Overview

• Manage execution of supply chain projects from kickoff through delivery, ensuring on-time and on-spec completion.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams across Sourcing, Quality, Logistics, R&D, and external vendors.
• Track project milestones, dependencies, and risks; escalate blockers to the Director for resolution.
• Maintain project documentation, status reports, and regular stakeholder communication.
• Run project status meetings, action-item tracking, and post-mortems.
• Use ERP and project tracking tools to maintain accurate, real-time project visibility.
• Support day-to-day execution of supply chain operations across Asia, North America, and other international regions.
• Coordinate between U.S. operations and Asia supply chain teams to ensure timely communication and issue resolution.
• Track and report against sourcing and inventory plans established by the Director.
• Provide real-time issue identification and escalation to supply chain leadership.
• Support supplier coordination and purchase order management for raw materials and packaging.
• Assist with vendor communication, PO tracking, and delivery confirmation.
• Maintain supplier records, performance metrics, and documentation.
• Support negotiation activities led by the Director by preparing supporting data and analysis.
• Work with R&D, Quality, Finance, and Operations teams to support product development, manufacturing, and logistics needs.
• Identify operational bottlenecks and escalate to the Director for resolution.
• Support process improvement initiatives directed by Supply Chain leadership.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field; or 3+ years of direct experience in Supply Chain.
• 2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Experience managing or coordinating multi-stakeholder projects (PMP, Agile, or equivalent methodology a plus).
• Exposure to U.S. and/or Asia supply chain operations.
• Hands-on knowledge of syrup and puree development and mass production manufacturing, including bag-in-box packaging — preferred.
• Familiarity with ingredient application in beverage dispensing systems — preferred.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple time zones.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and project tracking tools (Asana, Smartsheet, Monday, or similar).
• Excellent communication skills in English; bilingual in Mandarin preferred but not required.

Tech Stack

• ERP
• PMP

Benefits

• Fully company-paid Medical and 99% company-paid Dental and Vision Insurance
• 15 days Paid Time Off, 7 sick days, 14 holidays, Wellness Benefits, Cell Phone and Internet reimbursement, 401K