Sr. Network Optimization Manager

ABOUT OLIPOP

At OLIPOP, we’re on a mission to positively impact consumer health at scale. And we’re doing it through something simple: soda. But not just any soda, a new kind of soda: one that’s delicious, refreshing, and actually good for you.

This mission is deeply personal for our CEO, Co-Founder, and Formulator, Ben Goodwin. Like many of us, Ben grew up consuming the Standard American Diet: lots of soda and processed foods that prioritized convenience over nutrition. But at 14, he took his health into his own hands. After making significant changes to his nutrition and exercise, he lost 50 pounds and saw a transformation in his energy, mood, and emotional clarity.

Those changes sparked a deep curiosity about the connection between nutrition and health. Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to make consumer health accessible to everyone.

The mission was clear. The vehicle? Less so. After exploring the possibilities, Ben landed on an unexpected yet familiar choice: soda. It was something he loved as a kid, and he knew millions shared that same nostalgia. But this wouldn’t be just any soda. With most Americans falling short on daily fiber, Ben set out to create a version with more fiber and less sugar, one that was perfectly balanced. The result? A deliciously refreshing soda with 6 to 9 grams of fiber and 2 to 5 grams of sugar, delivering science-backed benefits without sacrificing the classic taste people crave.

In 2018, the first OLIPOP cans hit the shelves, bringing Ben’s vision to life with a functional soda that anyone could enjoy. And by reimagining soda, we’re also reshaping culture. That means creating products that support health for all and building a business grounded in humanistic values: empathy, integrity, and a belief in better for everyone. From the ingredients we source to the culture we foster, we’re committed to proving that business (and beverage!) can be a force for good, and that soda has the power to bring people together.

So join us, and let’s write a new American soda story together. One we can all feel good about. One OLIPOP at a time.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The primary purpose of this role is to help lead the RFP and implementation of Demand Planning software and serve as the liaison between internal and external stakeholders during implementation. This role will also lead short and long-term supply chain network planning efforts to recognize and recommend opportunities to achieve efficient inventory flow, capacity for new/incremental manufacturing sources and decrease distribution incremental costs. Even though the current scope is US, there may be global network opportunities in the future.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

• Own and drive the end-to-end implementation of demand planning software from kickoff through go-live and post-implementation support
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams (Demand Planning, IT, FP&A, Commercial Planning) and software vendor
• Work with stakeholders to gather business requirements and ensure the system is configured to meet planning needs and business goals
• Lead testing and data validation to ensure the platform functions accurately and reliably
• Create framework for supply chain network optimization and build models to identify network and capacity optimization opportunities in OLIPOP’s supply chain
• Select, evaluate, and implement the tools necessary to build a scalable end-to-end supply chain network optimization model for OLIPOP
• Maintain the network optimization model to help identify supply chain efficiencies and the best total delivered cost to the customer
• Develop and implement long-term supply chain optimization strategies and networks that address capacity issues, production location decisions and cost.
• Set strategies to ensure network capacity meets current and future network requirements
• Align processes within S&OP to stay aligned with all long-term capital and supply planning opportunities for strategic investment, including global opportunities
• Collaborate with functions within the organization to identify and implement strategies that streamline the supply chain
• Monitor key performance indicators, analyzes cost-to-serve performance data, and coordinates cross-functional work teams to increase effectiveness of network initiatives
• Supports the development, execution, and implementation of more complex projects and process improvements across Supply Chain, driving continuous improvement
• Work closely with the Planning team on further enhancements to automation of reporting within various platforms (Data Rails/Power Bi/Cloud Analytics)

Requirements:

• A minimum of 10-10 years’ experience in a network optimization role.
• Solid understanding of supply chain principles with an emphasis on demand planning, supply planning, manufacturing optimization, transportation optimization, inventory management, and warehouse/space capacity planning.
• Comfortable collecting, combining, and cleansing large sets of data from multiple data sources.
• Experience with working with demand planning and network optimization models.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop creative, data-informed solutions.
• Proven project management skills with a track record of delivering complex initiatives on time and within scope.
• Skilled at balancing competing demands while maintaining focus, efficiency, and attention to detail in a rapidly evolving environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, exercise sound judgment, and drive decisions independently.

REPORTS TO:

Sr. Director Planning

COMPENSATION:

$125,000-$135,000 base salary + bonus

HOW WE WORK

We may be fully remote, but we’re anything but disconnected. OLIPOP has grown from a few passionate people around a table to a nationwide team, and we’ve done it without losing our collaborative spirit or sense of purpose.

Connection here is intentional. From cross-functional projects and IRL offsites to thoughtful Slack threads and spontaneous gifs, we make the effort to stay close, even across time zones. Sure, we move quickly, but we lead with trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to doing work that matters.

We value thoughtful debate. We give feedback with care and receive it with curiosity, knowing that real growth, both personal and collective, comes from listening as much as leading. Because at OLIPOP, it’s not just about getting things done. It’s about growing together, staying true to what matters, and building something with lasting impact.

 

WHAT WE VALUE

At OLIPOP, our values aren’t just posters on a wall. They shape how we show up: for each other, for our customers, and for the mission we’re chasing together. 

• Mission Connectivity: Everything we do ladders up to our shared goal: supporting human health. Whether launching a new flavor or conducting clinical research, the mission stays front and center.
• Indomitable Spirit: When things get messy, we get inventive. We stay curious, adapt quickly, and find the path forward, most likely with a dedicated Slack thread and a beautifully overbuilt deck.
• Lead at Every Level: Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about ownership. We speak up, follow through, and lift each other up. If you’ve got ideas and initiative, you’ve got influence.
• Courageous Humility: We’re confident in what we bring and curious about what we don’t know (yet). We give feedback with care, take it with grace, and know that real growth takes both.

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Success at OLIPOP doesn’t come from checking boxes; it comes from living our values, staying curious, and finding energy in both the pace and the purpose. We’re building something big, and we’re looking for people who: 

• Think big, move fast, and take thoughtful risks
• Thrive in a high-performance, feedback-rich environment
• Value real human connection and honest collaboration
• Are fired up by building something new, and making it better every day

Startup life at OLIPOP is equally fun and fast-paced. If you’re energized by a dynamic environment, eager to grow, and excited to help shape something meaningful from the inside out, OLIPOP is a one-of-a-kind ride.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  Olipop does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination under Federal law. For more information, please see EEO is the Law.