FULFILLMENT & INVENTORY MANAGER

ABOUT US

The MAKK Group is a luxury wine collective and creative incubator devoted to the pursuit of beauty and the deeper principles that link all forms of making.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Fulfillment & Inventory Manager provides strategic leadership for our entire logistics and inventory ecosystem, combining vision with execution to optimize systems, enhance efficiency, and ensure exceptional client experiences from production to delivery.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Leadership (20%)
•  Develop comprehensive logistics and inventory strategies aligned with growth objectives
•  Establish KPIs for logistics efficiency, inventory accuracy, and cost management
•  Partner with leadership on integrated planning and process improvement initiatives

Logistics Coordination (30%)
•  Serve as primary liaison between Antica Terra, Yes Society, and external shipping partners
•  Manage all order fulfillment, both in-person and via ecommerce
•  Optimize case good movements to reduce freight costs
•  Negotiate transportation contracts for optimal service and cost
•  Ensure compliance with shipping regulations
•  Manage order exceptions including weather holds, international orders, and reships

Inventory Management (30%)
•  Oversee inventory movements across all facilities
•  Implement robust PO receiving with 3-way matching procedures.
•  Conduct weekly negative inventory audits with root cause analysis
•  Maintain optimal inventory levels across all sites.
•  Lead month-end reconciliation within one week of close
•  Develop cycle counting systems and generate actionable inventory reports

Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Collaboration (20%)
•  Partner with Finance on documentation, reconciliation, and alignment of records
•  Collaborate with Sales, Production, and DTC teams on inventory planning
•  Maintain regular communication with Department Heads
•  Support member wine pick-ups and superior client experiences

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

Required
•  5+ years in inventory management/logistics with 3+ years in leadership
•  Expertise in inventory control systems and Microsoft Office Suite
•  Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
•  Ability to lift 40 lbs. and work in a fast-paced environment
•  Must be at least 21 years of age

Preferred
•  Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or related field
•  Wine industry experience
•  ERP systems knowledge (NetSuite a plus)
•  Understanding of alcohol distribution regulations
•  Forklift certification or ability to obtain

WHAT WE OFFER

•  Opportunity to lead inventory and logistics operations for a premium winery collective
•  Collaborative team dedicated to excellence, innovation, and integrity
•  Professional growth in a dynamic and challenging environment
•  Competitive compensation commensurate with experience

DEI STATEMENT

The Company is committed to creating a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 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. The Company is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

All qualified candidates who share our commitment to excellence and attention to detail are encouraged to apply.