Demand Planning and Logistics Manager

Etz Hayim owns and operates the brands Cycling Frog and Lazarus Naturals, as well as a sprawling operation that spans from farming over 300 acres of hemp, extraction, chemical processing, packaging and warehousing to support both brands and private label customers.

Lazarus Naturals was founded in 2016 to provide safe and accessible CBD products for everyone who would benefit from them, regardless of their financial situation and ability to pay, which is why we provide a 60% Assistance Program to veterans and people with disabilities or low-incomes. In order to maintain an affordable price point and our commitment to accessibility for all, we have built a vertically integrated business model, which allows us to walk our talk of developing quality, affordable products - from product inception, development, seed, farming, extraction, finished production formulation and packaging, and distribution.

Cycling Frog is normalizing the consumption of casual use THC products. We are on a mission to make THC convenient, affordable, and fun by making a sessionable THC beverage the same price as a beer or soda. We want to change the way THC is consumed and viewed by our society by focusing on lower potency, ready to drink beverages that can easily fit into anyone’s lifestyle. Under the Federal Farm Bill it is legal to sell these low potency THC products across all 50 states via the internet, and anywhere you can grab a beer.

This role will be based in Portland

Reports To: Director of Supply Chain

Summary

We are hiring a Logistics & Supply Chain Operations Manager to lead freight execution, transportation strategy, demand planning, and inventory coordination across our operations. This is a hybrid role for someone who can analyze complex supply chain data and trends while also jumping in to tactically execute freight bookings, mitigate risks, and support accurate inventory availability. You’ll ensure products move efficiently across multiple channels and that inventory is aligned to demand with maximum service and minimal waste.

Freight & Logistics

• Lead logistics operations across LTL, FTL, parcel, international freight, and 3PL networks, ensuring on-time delivery and SLA adherence
• Manage carrier sourcing, negotiation, onboarding, and scorecard performance; regularly renegotiate contracts to optimize cost and service
• Execute freight bookings and coordinate shipment tracking across wholesale, ecommerce, and distributor channels
• Oversee WMS, TMS, and ERP shipping integrations to ensure seamless routing, tracking, and freight auditing
• Develop and enforce freight compliance standards (labeling, routing, documentation, international/export regs)
• Implement freight optimization strategies (consolidation, mode shifts, zone skipping, rate shopping)
• Monitor and mitigate transportation risks (weather, labor issues, carrier constraints) to ensure service continuity
• Oversee 3PL partnerships for performance, KPI compliance, and continuous improvement
• Align warehouse and dock schedules to maximize shipping and receiving efficiency
• Implement freight audit and payment processes to ensure billing accuracy and recover overcharges
• Manage key vendor relationships for shipping materials and logistics technologies
• Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, FMCSA, and international shipping laws
  
  

Demand Planning, Inventory Optimization & SIOP

• Partner with Sales, Ecommerce, and Operations to develop accurate short- and long-term demand forecasts across product lines, channels, and regions
• Lead the SIOP process to align sales forecasts, inventory availability, and operational capacity across multiple distribution centers (DCs)
• Monitor and manage inventory positioning across DCs, ensuring optimal stock levels relative to regional demand, order velocity, and cost-to-serve
• Analyze regional demand trends and fulfillment data to optimize where inventory is held and determine the most cost-effective path to customer delivery
• Support scenario planning and forecast modeling for new products, promotions, and seasonal surges
• Evaluate the total landed cost of fulfillment options, including shipping, handling, and inventory holding, to guide smart replenishment, fulfillment, and inventory disposition decisions
• Collaborate with Procurement and Production to ensure raw materials and finished goods availability aligns with dynamic customer and channel needs
  Design and maintain dashboards and reporting tools to track forecast accuracy, service levels, regional stock health, and demand variability
  
  

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and transportation analytics to drive continuous improvement in logistics and inventory operations
• Provide executive-level reporting on key metrics: freight spend, OTIF, cost per shipment, inventory turns, forecast accuracy
• Drive improvements in lead times, damage claims, carrier performance, and fulfillment accuracy

• 5+ years’ experience in logistics, supply chain, or operations management in high-volume, multi-modal environments
• Proven experience with demand planning, inventory optimization, or S&OP processes
• Strong background in carrier negotiations, freight cost management, and logistics execution
• Proficiency in WMS, TMS, ERP systems; real-time freight tracking and freight audit tools preferred
• Advanced Excel skills (modeling, dashboards, cost analysis); macro/VBA experience a plus
• Excellent project management and cross-functional communication skills
• Strong understanding of DOT, OSHA, customs, and international logistics regulations
• Comfortable managing both tactical execution and long-term strategic planning
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations, or related field (or equivalent practical experience)

• Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance)
• Employee discount program
• Fully stocked kitchen
• 401(k) plan
• FSA & commuter benefits

Interested parties are encouraged to include a cover letter detailing why you think you could be a great fit, along with an updated resume. Thanks, and we look forward to hearing from you.

Veterans strongly encouraged to apply.

Lazarus Naturals is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please reach out to [email protected]