Farmer’s Fridge is on a mission to make it simple for everyone to eat well. We serve healthy, handcrafted meals and snacks from our growing network of 400+ software-enabled vending machines that we refer to as smart Fridges, and a new direct-to-consumer business. We are striving to change the food system from the ground up – one Fridge or delivery at a time. 

We are a team that cares -– about the business, the impact our product makes, and each other. We are data-driven, innovative, and quick to move on a good idea. We are looking for people who want to collaborate in an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture and have a passion to succeed.

As a Logistics Analyst You Will...

• Continuously plan and optimize fleet routes and usage in an extremely high growth environment to achieve service goals and cost targets
• Provides planning and execution support with key partner teams (Sales, Client Engagement & Demand Planning) for Fridge & wholesale stocking schedules.
• Investigate customer complaints and collaborate with client engagement team to provides solutions for missed drops.
• Collaborate with the distribution center teams to address any order issues occurring in the shipment process (routing issues, order changes).
• Develop and maintain logistics dashboards and scorecards in Tableau.
• Partner with pick pack team to optimize the loading and driver pick up schedules to reduce delivery costs.
• Oversee daily 3PL operations for first, middle & final mile deliveries for all channels. Develop metrics and track 3PL performance.

What kind of person are we looking for?  

• Thoughtful, analytical, and humble.  The chance to solve a new puzzle is what gets you out of bed in the morning.  You are as comfortable building spreadsheets and process flows as you are on a manufacturing floor helping manage critical growth projects with our production team. 
• You are efficiency minded, and get excited by the idea of creating order out of chaos.
• You are creative, flexible, and supremely detail-oriented without losing sight of the big picture or ultimate goal.  It would never occur to you to say, “that’s not my job”.
• Oh, and also, you love fresh food and are demonstrably passionate about our mission to improve people’s lives through 24/7 access to food you can trust!

In a typical week, you will…

• Own routing and driver schedules--create optimal distribution models and routes across various markets.

• Develop, measure, and benchmark crucial KPI's for driver team to increase visibility.

• Develop and maintain fulfillment team dashboards, scorecards, and generate weekly performance reviews in Tableau.

• Collaborate with other teams on special projects to decrease delivery costs.

• Oversee daily 3PL operations in new and existing markets.

• Establish cross docks, shipping and receiving procedures, and contingency plans.

• Collaborate to set up distribution models and delivery guardrails in new and existing markets.

Minimum Work and Education Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
• Working knowledge of logistics processes and systems, including rate and contract maintenance
• Good data analytics skills to present data in proficient and concise manner using Excel/Google Sheets
• Ability to develop and maintain fulfillment dashboards in Tableau in partnership with Data Analytics & Engineering team.
• Basic SQL query experience is necessary. Experience working with snowflake or similar databases is a plus.
• Application experience using Supply Chain Management through ERP and TMS.
• Broad organizational knowledge is recommended since this role regularly interacts with field and corporate functions
• Excellent customer service, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Strong verbal & written communication skills

Who You Are:

• Detail Oriented! You leave no stone unturned. You make sure all Excel formulas, KPIs, and reports are 100% accurate. A relentless attention to detail and accuracy is a must have for this role!
• A Problem Solver. You enjoy tackling obstacles. You have the ability to understand issues from multiple angles and uncover the best path forward
• A Communicator. You can convey ideas clearly and effectively; however, your secret power is listening and understanding
• Improvement Oriented. You have the proven ability to learn new skills quickly and an eye for optimization
• Self-Driven. You are a highly motivated self-starter who can think independently yet work as a team player in a cross-functional and highly collaborative environment.
• Egoless. You know that the best way to innovate is through teamwork. You are humble and eager to solve problems by learning from and collaborating with others.
• Fearless of Pressure. You work well under pressure and are focused on delivering timely results and hitting tight deadlines.
• Flexible and Available. You’re willing to work odd hours when needed. We are a 24-7 operation and developing/managing aspects of our system may sometimes mean working outside the typical 9-5.

Benefits at Farmer's Fridge:

• Happier Weekdays - Walking into the facility should fill you with joy, not dread. We're a fun and passionate group, and we don't take ourselves too seriously. Bring your unique self to work, dress comfortably, and always feel free to share your thoughts and opinions. We encourage curiosity and inquiry; there's no hierarchy here when we're all swapping ideas.  
• During your break - Never run on empty by enjoying daily Farmer’s Fridge meals, challenging a coworker to a game of ping pong, de-stressing by taking a spin on our Nascar arcade game, or spending your break on one of our comfy couches.
• Innovate & Elevate - We're all teachers and learners. You'll grow, and help grow the company through cross-functional collaboration, open access to leadership, and regular business updates. You have a direct impact on the company’s bottom line. You can also impact your bottom line participating in our 401(k) plan that includes a company match with immediate vesting, and you'll succeed alongside our business with our bonus and equity plans.

About Farmer’s Fridge

At Farmer’s Fridge, we’re committed to making wholesome, delicious food simply accessible, so people can live a little happier. We aim to remove the roadblocks to eating well on the go. That means sourcing top-notch ingredients, handcrafting meals in our kitchen, packing & delivering fresh to our network of Fridges and ensuring the best possible customer experience. Unpurchased items are regularly donated to local food depositories, providing responsibly sourced nutrition to community members in need. If you’re passionate about our mission to change the food system for the better, our team just may be the right fit for you.