Supply Chain Engineer

ABOUT THE ROLE

Areté is seeking a technically skilled Supply Chain Engineer to sit at the intersection of software development and supply chain expertise — driving the design, development, and continuous improvement of our demand and supply planning platform. This role blends deep technical capability with hands-on supply chain domain knowledge, working closely with product, development, and client-facing teams to translate complex planning challenges into scalable software solutions.

Our clients are global food & beverage and CPG companies relying on Areté’s software to power their planning operations across 45+ countries. The Supply Chain Engineer will play a critical role in shaping the intelligence behind those systems — from algorithm design and database architecture to feature development and technical problem-solving. If you are energized by building elegant solutions to hard supply chain problems and want your work to have direct, visible impact at world-class brands, this role was built for you.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Software & Algorithm Development

§ Design, develop, and enhance core supply chain algorithms including demand forecasting models, replenishment logic, and inventory optimization engines

§ Translate supply chain business requirements into well-architected software specifications and functional designs

§ Build and maintain data pipelines, database schemas, and backend components supporting Areté’s planning platform

§ Conduct quantitative analysis and model validation to ensure algorithmic accuracy and performance across diverse client datasets

§ Collaborate with the development team to implement new modules, enhancements, and platform capabilities aligned with the product roadmap

§ Analyze software capabilities versus competitor offerings to identify gaps and inform engineering priorities

Data, SQL & Database Management

§ Write and optimize complex SQL queries, stored procedures, and views to support application logic, reporting, and data validation

§ Design and maintain relational database structures that support high-performance supply chain planning workloads

§ Troubleshoot data integrity issues, query performance bottlenecks, and integration anomalies across client environments

§ Develop and document data models, transformation logic, and ETL processes for client data onboarding and ongoing synchronization

§ Partner with development and implementation teams to ensure database designs scale reliably across diverse client configurations

Supply Chain Domain Application

§ Apply deep knowledge of supply chain concepts — demand planning, inventory management, S&OP, replenishment, and statistical forecasting — to guide engineering decisions

§ Partner with implementation and customer success teams to diagnose complex planning issues and develop technical solutions

§ Support client onboarding and go-live activities from an engineering and data perspective, including data validation, configuration review, and integration troubleshooting

§ Define and document planning logic, configuration parameters, and algorithmic behavior to enable effective client deployment and internal knowledge sharing

Product & Cross-Functional Collaboration

§ Work closely with the product team to shape the technical roadmap, define requirements, and prioritize development efforts based on client impact and strategic value

§ Serve as a technical resource during pre-sales and implementation scoping to assess feasibility and estimate engineering effort

§ Travel on-site to work alongside Implementation teams at client locations during key project phases, providing hands-on technical support and ensuring successful deployments

§ Present complex quantitative and technical concepts clearly to both internal teams and client stakeholders

§ Contribute to quality assurance, testing, and release management activities across the software development lifecycle

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

§ 3+ years of experience in a software engineering, technical product, or supply chain systems role

§ Strong SQL proficiency — writing, optimizing, and debugging complex queries, stored procedures, and joins in a production environment

§ Hands-on experience with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, Oracle) including schema design and performance tuning

§ Programming experience in Python or a similar language; ability to write, review, and contribute to production code

§ Solid foundation in supply chain concepts including demand planning, inventory optimization, forecasting methodologies, and replenishment logic

§ Demonstrated ability to develop software specifications and translate business requirements into technical designs

§ Experience with data analysis, statistical modeling, or quantitative methods applied to business problems

§ Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of delivering solutions in complex, ambiguous environments

§ Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to present technical concepts to non-technical audiences

Preferred

§ Experience with ERP or supply chain planning software environments (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder, o9)

§ Knowledge of machine learning or advanced statistical forecasting techniques

§ Background in software product management or technical product ownership

§ Experience in food & beverage, CPG, or manufacturing industries

§ Familiarity with agile development methodologies and software lifecycle management

§ Exposure to cloud platforms, APIs, or enterprise data integration patterns

ABOUT ARETÉ

Founded in 1984, Areté, Inc. is a growing software and consulting firm headquartered in Pennington, NJ, delivering best-in-class demand and supply planning solutions to clients in 45+ countries across 6 continents. Our client base includes some of the world’s most recognized food and beverage brands. We are a client-centered, solutions-focused company committed to excellence — and we’re looking for people who share that drive.

This role requires some travel, as the Supply Chain Engineer will work alongside our Implementation teams on-site with clients during key project phases. We offer a salary range of $75,000–$95,000 based on experience, comprehensive health and dental plans, a 401(k) plan, and a dynamic, collaborative work environment close to both New York City and Philadelphia. Areté, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Preferred)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Pennington, NJ 08534