Senior Packaging Analyst at Misfits Market, Inc. in Northlake, IL

About Misfits Market:

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states at up to 30 percent off traditional grocery store prices. In 2022, Misfits Market acquired sustainable e-grocer Imperfect Foods and now leverages its in-house transportation network to deliver directly to consumers with one of the most carbon-efficient grocery delivery models on the market. By tackling inefficiencies in the food system, our passionate and motivated team of problem solvers helps save an average of 500,000 pounds of food per week from waste or lesser outcomes, with an all-time savings of 190+ million pounds of food.

As Misfits we support our customers and mission by embracing our core values of

Prioritizing our Customers

Doing more with less

Thinking Differently

Respecting one another

Moving deliberately and quickly

Taking initiative and delivering

Overview We are seeking a Senior Packaging Analyst to own packaging procurement, buying, and performance across multiple fulfillment centers. This role will be responsible for full category ownership, including supplier management, cost optimization, inventory management, and packaging testing to ensure quality and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the category owner for packaging, accountable for cost, service levels, quality, and continuous improvement
• Own end-to-end packaging procurement and purchasing, including PO creation, adjustments, and supplier communication aligned to SKU-specific lead times and forecasts
• Lead supplier management and negotiations, driving cost savings while maintaining performance and reliability
• Own packaging master data, reporting, and KPIs (cost per box, usage variance, supplier performance, WOH)
• Manage and optimize the packaging allocation system to ensure accurate material usage across all box types
• Partner closely with Inventory and Production teams across the network to improve inventory accuracy, investigate and resolve variances, and mitigate risks.
• Support new product development and packaging innovation, including thermal, drop, and production testing
• Drive continuous improvement by enhancing processes, systems, and tools to scale packaging operations efficiently

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred)
• 5-7+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations
• Experience with packaging, cold chain, or perishable supply chains preferred
• Strong analytical skills
• Proven ability to manage suppliers, negotiate costs, and own a category or program end-to-end
• Experience building or improving SOPs, systems, or operational processes
• Experience Project managing

Details of Position & Benefits:

• Salary range: $90,000 - $95,000
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Annual Misfits grocery box credit of $1200 paid in weekly installments
• Life insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Paid holidays
• Paid sick days
• Commuter benefits

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