Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing
Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., Lakeville, MA, United States
Associate Manager, Contract Manufacturing
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.
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.
What We Are Looking For
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 w/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
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 services1:1 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
Who We Are
You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what's better – canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike–we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:
G Rower Mindset – We embrace our grower‑owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower‑owners.
Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower‑owners, customers, consumers and each other.
Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.
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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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.
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.
What We Are Looking For
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 w/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
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 services1:1 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
Who We Are
You might have our iconic cranberry juice in your fridge or have gotten into heated holiday debate about what's better – canned or fresh cranberry sauce. But did you know that the hardworking people growing the superfruit in our products are 700 family farmers that own our cooperative? They entrust us with what is most precious to them to create new and innovative products that will delight consumers and grow this beloved brand today and into the future. Team members, farmers, consumers and communities alike–we value what makes us unique and strive to connect our farms to families for a better life by living our values:
G Rower Mindset – We embrace our grower‑owners innovative spirit and heritage through confidence, learning and focus on the future.
Sustainable Results – Guided by purpose, we are focused on delivering results for our grower‑owners.
Integrity Above All – We are ethical, doing the right thing for our grower‑owners, customers, consumers and each other.
Inclusive Teamwork – We build diverse and inclusive teams that strengthen our cooperative.
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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