Supply Chain Assistant - Newton Baby

At Newton Baby, we're on a mission to help families rest easier - literally. Reporting to the Supply Chain Manager, the Supply Chain Assistant supports purchasing, planning, sourcing, and inbound logistics for a U.S.-based mattress manufacturing operation, helping ensure packaging materials and other supplies are available when needed while maintaining accurate purchasing, shipment, receipt, and landed-cost information.

Responsibilities

Purchase, plan, and source domestic packaging products to support U.S.-based mattress manufacturing operations; Coordinate with suppliers to obtain pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery schedules; Perform domestic in-factory components trials related to packaging changes; Place and manage purchase orders, ensuring materials are ordered accurately and on time; Order non-inventory items required to support manufacturing and business operations; Track inbound shipments from suppliers through delivery and receipt; Monitor receipts and reconcile deliveries against purchase orders and supplier documentation; Track and maintain accurate landed costs for inbound materials, including applicable freight and other associated costs; Communicate with suppliers and internal teams regarding order status, delivery schedules, shortages, discrepancies, and delays; Maintain accurate purchasing, shipment, receipt, and cost records; Identify potential supply issues and proactively coordinate solutions to minimize disruptions to manufacturing; Travel on-site to our manufacturing partner in Greenbrier, TN

Requirements

2+ years experience in purchasing, supply chain, procurement, logistics, or manufacturing; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail; Ability to manage multiple purchase orders, suppliers, and delivery timelines simultaneously; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Excellent communication and follow-up skills; Proficiency with Microsoft Office and purchasing, inventory, or ERP systems; Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment; Able and willing to work in-office 3 days a week in Clarksville, TN; Able and willing to travel to manufacturing partner in Greenbrier, TN up to 10%

Nice to have

Bachelors Degree; Experience with Netsuite

Benefits

Competitive Salary; Health, Vision & Dental Insurance; HSA company contributions; 401K with company match component; Take what you need Paid Time Off; Wellness benefits; A FREE MATTRESS plus an awesome Friends and Family discount; Discretionary bonuses or commission payments