Buyer/Planner
Sundays for Dogs
Accounting & Finance
Cleveland, OH, USA
Posted on Mar 20, 2025
Sundays for Dogs is a venture backed direct-to-consumer brand with the goal to make life easier on the modern dog parent so that they may spend more quality time with their dog.
We enable dog parents to not have to choose between quality and convenience when seeking the world’s best dog food. We are a team dedicated to the mission and consider ourselves skydivers, not plane passengers. We decide fast, fail fast and learn fast.
Our operations team is seeking a Buyer/Planner. This is a newly created role and will be responsible for managing purchasing activities and inventory planning to ensure consistent material availability while optimizing costs and mitigating risks. This role works closely with procurement, operations, and logistics teams to support production schedules and business objectives.
This role will report to our Procurement Manager and must be based in Cleveland, Ohio.
Your Day-to-Day:
- Procurement & Supplier Management
- Source and purchase raw materials, packaging, and finished goods in alignment with company needs.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to improve cost efficiency and service levels.
- Monitor supplier performance, ensuring on-time deliveries and quality compliance.
- Identify and onboard alternative suppliers to reduce risk and increase competitive advantage.
- Planning & Inventory Management
- Develop and maintain procurement plans based on demand forecasts, sales trends, and production schedules.
- Optimize inventory levels to balance cost, storage constraints, and supply continuity.
- Track and report on key inventory KPIs, including stock turns, shortages, and excess inventory.
- Work cross-functionally with manufacturing partners and logistics teams to manage lead times and ensure on-time deliveries.
- Data Analysis & Continuous Improvement
- Use data-driven insights to improve purchasing strategies, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.
- Support cost-of-goods (COGS) reporting and variance analysis.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to identify process improvement opportunities in procurement and planning.
- Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, contracts, and supplier performance metrics.
We'd love to hear from you if you have:
- Experience: 3-5 years in procurement, supply planning, or related supply chain roles, preferably in food, CPG, or pet industry.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field preferred.
- Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and supply chain analytics.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Knowledge of procurement best practices and inventory planning methodologies.
Why Join Us?
- Unlimited PTO – we trust you to take the time you need.
- Equity program – a chance to own part of the company!
- 401k plan with employer match – invest in your future.
- Annual work-from-home stipend – set up your workspace for success.
- Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision plans – company covers 80%.
- Sundays for Dogs subscription for your pup! – because we care about your furry friends.
- Parental leave & PAWrental leave – support for growing families, both human and pet.
- Discounted pet insurance – keep your pets happy and healthy.