Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Lakeville, MA, United States
Ocean Spray is hiring for a(n) Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing! We’re a team of farmers, thinkers, creators, and doers. Whatever your title, whatever your role — it always comes back to this: we’re a farmer‑owned co‑op where everyone rolls up their sleeves to get the job done. Three maverick farmers started it all — and we’ve been making our own way ever since.
Position Location
We’re all about flexibility. This will be a remote role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA. We are open to remote candidates.
The Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing will oversee Ocean Spray’s co‑manufacturing relationships, serving as the primary point of contact to support and drive efficiency on base business, as well as innovation. In this role you will collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure that co‑manufactured products are delivered on time, in full, on budget, and meeting quality requirements.
A Day in the Life
Support innovation process and new item commercialization, from co‑man sourcing and qualification to launch and ongoing production
Negotiate costs for products with existing and new co‑man partners; participate in the AOP process to ensure accurate planning
Lead business and score card reviews with co‑man partners, covering fulfillment, cost, quality, and other relevant metrics
Identify and execute cost savings opportunities within the co‑manufacturing space, including RFPs, process/material changes, and cost negotiations
Work cross‑functionally with planning, marketing, sales, FSQA, R&D, finance, etc., acting as liaison with external manufacturing partners to deliver against business needs
This role requires up to 30% of domestic travel. International travel may be possible based on business needs.
Required
Working knowledge of MS Office (specifically Excel)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with cross‑functional and external partners
Experience in CPG manufacturing with knowledge of manufacturing processes
Preferred
Experience in CPG food and beverage
Contract negotiation
Project management
Physical Requirements
Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Requires the ability to drive in a car for long distances or extended periods of time.
Requires the ability to travel by plane on a frequent basis.
Education
Bachelor’s or University Degree (Required)
Work Experience
At least 3 Years of Experience
Annual Salary
$78,600 - $108,130
The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being.
Benefits
Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Telehealth services
1:1 health coaching
Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end
Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
Flexible scheduling options
Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for your first year of employment)
Holiday pay for 12 holidays
Career development and growth opportunities
Tuition/Education assistance programs
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Scholarship programs for children of employees
Parental leave
Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc.
Adoption assistance
Bereavement leave
Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
Up to $300 massage reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Employee discounts
Charitable giving
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Position Location
We’re all about flexibility. This will be a remote role based out of our corporate headquarters in Lakeville, MA. We are open to remote candidates.
The Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing will oversee Ocean Spray’s co‑manufacturing relationships, serving as the primary point of contact to support and drive efficiency on base business, as well as innovation. In this role you will collaborate cross‑functionally to ensure that co‑manufactured products are delivered on time, in full, on budget, and meeting quality requirements.
A Day in the Life
Support innovation process and new item commercialization, from co‑man sourcing and qualification to launch and ongoing production
Negotiate costs for products with existing and new co‑man partners; participate in the AOP process to ensure accurate planning
Lead business and score card reviews with co‑man partners, covering fulfillment, cost, quality, and other relevant metrics
Identify and execute cost savings opportunities within the co‑manufacturing space, including RFPs, process/material changes, and cost negotiations
Work cross‑functionally with planning, marketing, sales, FSQA, R&D, finance, etc., acting as liaison with external manufacturing partners to deliver against business needs
This role requires up to 30% of domestic travel. International travel may be possible based on business needs.
Required
Working knowledge of MS Office (specifically Excel)
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work with cross‑functional and external partners
Experience in CPG manufacturing with knowledge of manufacturing processes
Preferred
Experience in CPG food and beverage
Contract negotiation
Project management
Physical Requirements
Requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.
Requires the ability to drive in a car for long distances or extended periods of time.
Requires the ability to travel by plane on a frequent basis.
Education
Bachelor’s or University Degree (Required)
Work Experience
At least 3 Years of Experience
Annual Salary
$78,600 - $108,130
The base salary range information above serves as a guideline of the position’s typical hiring range. We value and appreciate what makes you unique and will consider a variety of factors when determining an offer. These factors include, but are not limited to, your skills and experience, external and internal benchmarks, as well as overall company considerations. Certain positions may be eligible for short‑term and long‑term incentive rewards. We also offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well‑being.
Benefits
Complete insurance package on Day‑1 that includes a plethora of health and wellness programs
Health, Dental and Vision insurance
Health savings account
Flexible spending account
Life and accident insurance
Employee assistance program
Telehealth services
1:1 health coaching
Supportive benefits for all the stages of your life
401(k) with up to 6% Company matching; additional potential discretionary match at year‑end
Short‑Term Incentive/Performance bonuses
Flexible scheduling options
Vacation pay, up to three weeks of time (pro‑rated for your first year of employment)
Holiday pay for 12 holidays
Career development and growth opportunities
Tuition/Education assistance programs
Access to LinkedIn Learning
Scholarship programs for children of employees
Parental leave
Bright Horizons Family Solutions – Back‑up care, tutoring, etc.
Adoption assistance
Bereavement leave
Up to $300 fitness reimbursement
Up to $300 massage reimbursement
Employee appreciation events
Employee discounts
Charitable giving
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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