Who You Are:
You are a strategic, hands-on planning leader with deep experience in demand, supply, and materials planning within a fast-growth CPG environment. You have built or scaled a planning organization before and are equally comfortable developing long-term planning strategies and rolling up your sleeves to solve daily operational challenges. You bring strong analytical capability, financial acumen, and process excellence, paired with the agility and resourcefulness required in a small, rapidly evolving business. Known as a collaborative cross-functional partner, an effective communicator, and a proactive problem solver who thrives in ambiguity and leads teams through growth, change, and increasing complexity. Above all, you are a builder: of systems, processes, talent, and the future-state planning capability of the organization.
The Task At Hand:
The Director of Planning leads all demand, supply, and materials planning for a fast-growing company, building the processes, systems, and team capabilities required to support scale and operational excellence. This role owns the end-to-end planning cycle, integrating forecasts, production plans, material readiness, contracts, and supplier-managed inventory programs to ensure service, cost, and inventory targets are met. The Director drives cross-functional alignments across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Procurement, R&D, and Finance while overseeing a dynamic co-manufacturing and supplier network. In addition to managing daily execution, this leader builds scalable tools and processes, develops talent, leads risk and scenario planning, and shapes the long-range capacity and network strategy needed to support innovation and sustained growth.
In This Role You Will:
Leadership & Organizational Development Build, develop, and inspire a high-performing, end-to-end planning organization across Demand, Supply, and Materials Planning, setting clear expectations, cultivating accountability, and fostering a culture of continuous improvementProvide strategic direction, coaching, and structured career development to planners and planning leaders, ensuring the team has the skills, tools, and support needed to scale with the businessEstablish the planning organization’s operating model-defining roles, responsibilities, workflows, governance, and cross-functional interfaces to ensure seamless executionChampion change management related to system upgrades, process maturation, network expansion, and the planning discipline expected of a newly public companyCreate a culture of analytical excellence, proactive problem-solving, and cross-functional partnership, enabling the team to influence decisions across Commercial, Operations, Finance, Procurement, and Executive LeadershipDrive talent capability building in forecasting, scenario planning, analytics, communication, and integrated planning processes to support both short-term performance and long-term organizational growthIntegrated Planning and Systems (S&OP/IBP) Support an S&OP/IBP process that improves cross-functional alignment and drives clearer decision-making in a rapidly changing environmentConnect demand and supply plans to provide predictable, reliable signals for operations and commercial teamsLead the rollout and evolution of planning tools and systems, balancing the need for better analytics with the realities of a small, fast-moving teamDemand Planning Build scalable forecasting capabilities—including statistical tools, AI/ML, and structured cross-functional inputs—to enhance demand signal reliability across channels and customersDrive continuous improvement in forecast accuracy through disciplined review cycles, root-cause analysis, and effective collaboration with Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Commercial partnersOwn the demand planning pillar of the S&OP/IBP process, ensuring transparency, actionable scenarios, and clear recommendations for executive decision-makingSupply Planning Execute a scalable supply plan that balances service, cost, inventory, and capacity across a fast-growing, multi-node co-manufacturing networkImplement robust capacity planning, scenario modeling, and constraint-based planning tools to guide short-, mid-, and long-range decisionsPartner with Operations, Procurement, and Commercialization to anticipate constraints, mitigate supply risks, and ensure production plans are fully aligned with demand priorities, innovation timelines, and network capabilitiesCommunicate supply risks, trade-offs, and service implications clearly and proactively to leadership and cross-functional stakeholdersLead continuous improvement efforts to enhance responsiveness, reduce lead times, and improve throughput across the supply networkCollaborate with external network partners, including co-mans, logistics providers, and suppliers, to support reliability improvements, capacity expansion, and long-range network planningMaterials Planning Oversee material contracts and coverage, ensuring adequate supply levels and strong alignment with Procurement on new contracts, and supplier performanceManage VMI (Vendor Managed Inventory) suppliers, ensuring replenishment of reliability, inventory accuracy, and adherence to service and quality standardsEstablish scalable processes that provide end-to-end visibility across raw materials, packaging, components, and all supplier-managed inventory programsLead material risk management by proactively identifying shortages, supplier constraints, lead-time shifts, and cost exposures, while developing mitigation plans and communication protocolsPartner closely with Procurement and R&D to support commercialization timelines, supplier readiness, and material availability for new product launches and innovation projectsEnsure material availability and readiness to support ongoing production plans and service-level commitments across the networkOwn safety stock strategy, inventory optimization, and slow-moving/obsolescence management in a cost-conscious environment
In This Role, You’ll Bring with You:
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, including years in leadership roles and direct oversight of demand planning. Proven ability to operate in a small or mid-sized, fast-growth environment, ideally within a company transitioning to or operating under public-company standards. Strong expertise in S&OP/IBP, forecasting methodologies, capacity planning, and inventory optimization. Experience managing co-manufacturers, third-party suppliers, and multi-node supply networks. Demonstrated success building or scaling planning organizations, including establishing standards, structure, and integrated planning processes. Track record of owning end-to-end planning processes with measurable outcomes such as improved forecast accuracy, inventory health, service levels, or cost optimization. Ability to lead systems strategy, optimization, and integration to support scalability, automation, and improved decision-making. Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into clear insights and recommendations for leaders at all levels. Excellent communication and cross-functional influencing skills; able to drive alignment among Operations, Sales, Finance, Procurement, and Executive Leadership. High attention to detail with a commitment to data integrity, accuracy, and planning discipline. Skilled problem solver with experience in root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and ambiguity management. Proficient with Microsoft Suite, collaboration tools such as Slack, and modern planning platforms. Up to 10% of travel required for team-on-sites, supplier visits, and company-wide gatherings. Passion for purpose-driven work, especially improving childhood nutrition and contributing to a healthier planet. Demonstrated ability to thrive in ambiguity, make high-judgment decisions, and adapt in a dynamic, high-growth environment. Must reside in the United States; visa sponsorship not available.
Compensation:
Full-Time, Salaried, Exempt The anticipated salary range for this position is $150,000.00 to $200,000.00. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a few factors, including skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation, such as bonuses, stipends, equity, and role-specific perks.
Additional:
Remote-first work environment Annual Bonus 401(k) program + 4% company match after three months New Hire Remote Life Stipend + annual Nourish and Nurture Allowance Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries and Employee Discounts New Parents: Up to 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave, Baby Steps Back To Work, 3 months’ supply of Once Upon a Farm products, and breast milk shipping service and support for those who travel after birth for the duration of your breastfeeding journey Unlimited Paid Time Off Paid Volunteer Time Paid Time Off to fulfill civic responsibilities, including jury duty and voting in local, state, and national elections Medical Insurance for the employee is covered at 100% on select plans, with additional plan options at a reduced cost to the employee Vision and Dental Insurance are covered at 100% for the employee and dependents Life insurance Flexible spending account and Health Savings Accounts for applicable plans Employee assistance program (EAP) All other benefits, leaves, and insurance as required by law, based on your specific residence
Who We Are
Our Purpose: Drive systemic improvement in childhood nutrition for a healthier, happier, and more equitable world.
Our Business: At Once Upon a Farm, farm-fresh taste grows here. We're on a greater mission in providing organic, crave-worthy snacks and meals for children of all ages. Our recipes are crafted with only the best organic ingredients – whole fruits and veggies, cold-pressed (our pouches), or freshly frozen (our meals) to perfection– to support your growing kids at every stage. Each of our organic, non-GMO, non-dairy recipes contains no added sugar and are free from artificial flavors, colors, and preservatives – just simple, real, nutritious snacks your entire family will love.
We support and champion farmers who supply the highest-quality organic ingredients for our foods. We help parents keep their promise to provide the best nourishment for their children’s bodies and souls. We treat our consumers, customers, suppliers, investors, and all our valued employees with the same high level of dignity and respect that we expect from others. We will always fight for and support efforts to drive positive social change and food justice for the benefit of parents, kids, and families. Lastly, we foster an entrepreneurial and collaborative culture that values humility, honesty, passion, positive social impact, and fun.
Our Team: We’re all fully remote, which makes us a highly collaborative, dynamic, and supportive bunch. We share a singular mission to make the world a better place through the highest quality, most delicious, nourishing, and nutritious products made accessible to every home, from our farms to your fridge. And while we’re invested in our product, we’re equally invested in one another's success.
Once Upon a Farm is a purpose-driven brand made up of an inclusive group of individuals with diverse backgrounds, passions, and beliefs. We hire self-motivated, independent thinkers and those who are genuinely passionate about improving childhood nutrition for a healthier and happier planet. Bring your whole self to your work at Once Upon a Farm, a proud equal-opportunity employer. In your application, please feel free to note which pronouns you use.
In an effort to help us remove unconscious bias from our resume review process, we ask that you please remove all identifying information from your resume (like profile photos) before you upload it. Once Upon a Farm is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where a diverse group of people can and want to do their best work, and that starts with our hiring practices.
Once Upon a Farm, PBC, provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in all company facilities without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, cast, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including, but not limited to, cancer-related or HIV/AIDS-related), genetic information, or sexual orientation in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
This job description is a summary of duties; it is by no means an all-inclusive list but is merely a broad guide of expected duties.
You must reside in the United States to be considered for this position.
