Commissary Inventory Analyst & Material Planner

Joining King’s Hawaiian makes you part of our `ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Our `ohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you’re excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

SUMMARY
Working under general supervision, the Commissary Inventory Analyst & Material Planner will oversee the forecasting, procurement, and monitoring of raw materials and packaging to support continuous production in a high-volume food manufacturing environment. Success in this role requires precise demand planning, timely purchasing, and active collaboration with production, quality assurance, and vendor partners. The position plays a vital role in ensuring materials are available on time, meet GMP/SQF quality standards, and are stored properly to minimize waste and optimize efficiency. Employees in this position may interact with their leader daily to receive guidance and feedback. Most non-routine activities may require their leader’s advance approval, but routine decisions within the general scope of the role may be made independently.

-Essential Job Duties And Responsibilities

• Model company values of excellence, dignity, clear communication, curiosity, collaboration, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence in all actions and decisions.
• Collaborate with commissary leadership and KH Innovation to forecast ingredient and packaging needs, including seasonal and holiday demand, and source new raw materials as needed.
• Partner with QA and Accounting to set up new vendors and materials in the Flexibake ERP system, maintain vendor pricing and CRM data, and ensure documentation meets GMP/SQF requirements.
• Attend production planning meetings to align purchasing schedules with production changes; track inventory daily and report shortages, overages, or best-by date concerns to prevent waste.
• Oversee inventory counts (onsite and offsite), reconcile variances, and ensure compliance with FIFO rotation and storage standards.
• Place and confirm purchase orders using order guides, ERP, and vendor systems; manage JIT ordering to minimize floor inventory while ensuring uninterrupted supply.
• Order and track miscellaneous operational supplies; submit accurate purchasing and receiving documentation to QA and Accounts Payable.
• Maintain raw material traceability forms, resolve material quality issues in coordination with QA and Baking Science, return defective materials to vendors, and document supplier performance.
• Coordinate closely with Receiving to ensure material readiness for production; serve as backup to Receiving when needed.
• Maintain organized, clean, and pest-free storage areas; conduct daily floor checks to verify available space and adjust orders accordingly.
• Comply with King’s Hawaiian safety policies, promote a safety-first culture, and identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and waste minimization.
• Provide guidance, training, and operational support to the Commissary Inventory & Receiving Team.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of this role.

BASIC AND PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited 4-year college or equivalent relevant experience required; degree in supply chain, business administration, or food science preferred.
• At least 3 years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, or materials planning in a food manufacturing environment required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Manufacturing only)

• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. occasionally.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform warehouse walkthroughs for extended periods.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (JOB SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE)

• Proficient ability to use ERP systems (Flexibake preferred) for purchasing, inventory tracking, and vendor management.
• Proficient understanding of GMP and SQF compliance requirements related to material handling, storage, and traceability.
• Working knowledge of production planning principles, supply chain forecasting, and JIT inventory practices.
• Proficient ability to analyze inventory trends and prepare accurate procurement reports.
• Working understanding of vendor negotiation and performance management techniques.
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate King’s values of excellence, dignity, saying it like it is in a way it can be heard; and curiosity, collaboration, critical thinking, and emotional intelligence.
• Compensation $33- $45.67 DOE

King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.