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Director, IT (Tewksbury, MA)

Co-Manufacturing Manager

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Director, IT (Tewksbury, MA)

We are seeking a special candidate with an excellent blend of business acumen, technology vision, leadership skills and IT functional expertise. Reporting to the VP, Finance and IT, key responsibilities include:
   

• Lead initiatives to strengthen access to and reporting of a variety of revenue, financial and operation metrics in support of business growth
• Work closely with the departments to plan enhancements to ERP system and align implementation with the functions of each business area
• Establish, plan, prioritize and administer the overall technology policies and goals for the information technology department
• Develop annual and long term information technology business plans to support the business strategies
• Direct IT operations including infrastructure support and technical support for a geographically diverse user community and customer base, network and systems support, and key corporate initiatives to improve productivity and streamline operations
• Provide and foster a team of world-class customer service to its end-users and vendors
• Responsible for the direction and deliverables of an IT team consisting of systems administrator, applications developers, and helpdesk support; actively manage a high caliber technology team, provide leadership, coaching and direction
• Manage the relationships with outside vendors who are key partners in the areas of hardware, software, voice/data networks and consulting services
• Provide projected budgets for software, equipment and capital expenditure

• Bachelor's degree in IT or related discipline, with a minimum of 7+ years experience leading technology teams.
• Experience within a software development environment and languages such as Perl, Java, or C++ is highly desirable
• Strong business process orientation, conceptual vision and the intellectual ability to think strategically about the technology requirements of the business three to five years out.
• Strong systems and computer skills including experience with IFS or similar ERP systems experience is desired.
• Strong leadership abilities; fair in his/her dealings with people; energetic, approachable, friendly and fun. The mental toughness to handle challenging opportunities and make difficult decisions.
• Strong negotiation and influencing skills to operate in an environment with significant cross functional collaboration. A "do what it takes" attitude who is not afraid to roll up his/her sleeves and get work done without a large staff.
• Functional knowledge of Windows server, desktop and MS Exchange environments
• Business objects equivalent business intelligence experience highly desirable
• Excellent communication skills (written, verbal, and listening)
• Analytical problem solving skills, with a common sense and practical solutions orientation
• High energy level to thrive in a fast paced environment

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as medical, dental, life, short and long term disability, 401(k) plan with a company match, and generous paid time off plans. To apply for this position submit your resume by email to mailto:jobs@wellnesspetfood.com. Please include "Director, IT" in the subject line of your email. Local candidates only.

Co-Manufacturing Manager

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Co-Manufacturing Manager to join our R&D/Manufacturing team in Tewksbury, MA as we take the company to the next level of growth. In this position, you will report to the Vice President of R&D and be responsible for managing the manufacturing processes at each of our co-manufacturing partners' facilities. Responsibilities include:

• Partner and advise co-manufacturing partners on cost, volume, yield or quality improvements
• Track and analyze the cost of products manufactured including volume and yield analysis
• Select and source vendors for raw ingredients based on quality, availability and pricing
• Develop long term raw material souring strategies and partners. Develop innovative strategies to remove costs from raw materials by expanding sourcing opportunities.
• Determine supplier capabilities and fit to meet company's product, packaging, quality and cost requirements
• Resolve supplier related issues around cost and quality
• Act as an advisor with co-manufacturing partners on technical or manufacturing solutions to ensure adherence to company's manufacturing standards
• Lead cross-functional teams to search for, visit and qualify new co-manufacturing partners
• Liaison with cross-functional teams during new product development processes
• Develop projected products costs for annual corporate budgeting purposes and manage to budget

• BS degree in a Food Science, Food Technology or a similar scientific discipline. 5-7 years of food manufacturing experience
• Excellent leadership skills with strong business acumen
• Strong written, verbal and written communication skills, able to converse with multiple levels internally and externally
• Strong analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Capable working in a very fast paced and dynamic environment
• Self starter capable of working through defined projects with a "take charge" attitude
• Looking for a work place that offers growth and opportunity
• Approximately 25% travel

We offer a competitive compensation package as well as medical, dental, life, short and long term disability, 401(k) plan with a company match, and generous paid time off plans. To apply for this position submit your resume by email to jobs@wellnesspetfood.com. Please include "Co-Manufacturing Manager" in the subject line of your email. Local candidates only; no phone calls or third parties please.