Supply Chain Director

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and execute a holistic supply chain strategy that supports company objectives.
• Lead cross-functional teams in procurement, logistics, production planning, and inventory management.
• Manage sourcing of raw materials and packaging, ensuring compliance with quality standards and cost-effectiveness.
• Maintain adherence to food safety regulations including FDA, USDA, HACCP, and GFSI.
• Optimize inventory to balance demand requirements while avoiding excess or shortages.
• Collaborate with departments such as production, quality assurance, research and development, and sales to ensure uninterrupted product delivery.
• Evaluate and deploy supply chain technologies and systems to improve process efficiency and traceability.
• Track and report key performance indicators to senior leadership.
• Oversee vendor partnerships and negotiate contracts to enhance cost savings and reliability.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to manage supply chain disruptions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a similar field; an MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in supply chain or operations management, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role within the food or beverage manufacturing sector.
• Proficient knowledge of ERP/MRP software such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Comprehensive understanding of regulatory requirements within the food industry.
• Strong track record in demand planning, procurement strategies, and logistics optimization.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership capabilities.
• Effective negotiation skills and communication proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certifications like APICS or CSCMP.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma practices.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish considered advantageous.