Supply Chain & Operations Coordinator

Summary

**About the Company:** Built on a dream and distilled in Austin, Texas, Tito's Handmade Vodka has been bringing people (and dogs) together for almost three decades. Tito's Handmade Vodka has gained a reputation for its high\-quality vodka, charitable contributions, and its goal to make people happy while making the world a better place.  **About the Role:** The Supply Chain \& Operations Coordinator will be a key leader responsible for the end\-to\-end management of LALO Tequila's supply chain, from raw material procurement and production planning to distributor inventory management and new product innovation. This role requires a highly analytical, detail\-oriented, and proactive individual capable of navigating complex logistics, managing vendor relationships, and driving critical business decisions related to forecasting and production prioritization. **Key Responsibilities:** Demand \& Inventory Planning * Own and manage the annual depletion forecasting process, including a significant reforecast in Q2 and oversight of monthly Sales reforecasts during the second half of the year * Translate total monthly Sales depletion numbers into specific SKU\-level forecasts to inform distributor orders and internal production plans * Ensure accurate and timely entry of updated sales forecasts into all relevant operational models (e.g., production model, inventory planning model) * Maintain optimal distributor inventory levels by issuing monthly Recommended Order Quantities (ROQs), ensuring distributors maintain a target of 60 Days on Hand (DOH) for each SKU. Production \& Logistics Management * Develop, update, and communicate the detailed monthly production plan to the distillery, specifying quantities and required SKUs * Act as the primary decision\-maker for production prioritization during emergency situations or capacity constraints, communicating trade\-offs and ensuring missed production is rescheduled and accounted for * Manage communication with third\-party logistics (3PL) partners regarding scheduling and execution of product pickups and shipments * Serve as the escalation contact for any logistics or customs issues, proactively securing delivery appointments, expediting customs paperwork, and resolving transport bottlenecks Procurement \& Vendor Management * Manage the full Procure\-to\-Pay cycle: place Purchase Orders (POs), ensure timely vendor payment, and monitor on\-time delivery * Lead contract and pricing negotiations with existing and prospective vendors to secure optimal terms and cost efficiencies * Manage vendor quality issues and lead strategic initiatives to diversify the supply base (e.g., derisking foreign\-source dependencies) Innovation \& New Product Introduction (NPI) * Lead the end\-to\-end operational execution of new product launches * Coordinate with raw material vendors on the development, sampling, and approval of new components * Collaborate with regulatory and legal teams to obtain necessary approvals * Work with the Sales team to ensure proper state\-level listing/registration required for legal sale and distribution. **Requirements** * Professional working proficiency in both English and Spanish is required to perform essential job duties, including effective communication with Spanish\-speaking clients and stakeholders * Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, or a related field * 3\+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Planning, ideally within the beverage, CPG, or spirits industry * Demonstrated proficiency in forecasting techniques and managing complex inventory planning models * Exceptional analytical skills and attention to detail * Proven ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts * Strong problem\-solving and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders (internal and external) simultaneously. * Ability to travel internationally, as required, to support business operations and stakeholder engagement **Benefits** * Competitive Base \+ Bonus Plan * Medical, Dental \& Vision Insurance * Company Paid Life \& Disability Insurance * Voluntary Insurance Plans * 401k plan with company match, profit sharing * Vacation, Sick, Flex Time * Paid Parental Leave * Adoption Assistance Program * Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account * Health Savings Account * Lifestyle Spending Account * Financial Wellness Benefit * Employee Assistance Program **Equal Opportunity Employer** **Fifth Generation Distilled Spirits, Inc.** **\*This organization participates in E\-Verify\***