JOB DESCRIPTION



Key Responsibilities:



Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
• Collaborate with executive leadership to align supply chain initiatives with the company's growth and expansion plans.

• Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, logistics, and distribution.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources and optimize inventory levels to meet customer demand.
• Manage material flow processes to ensure timely and cost-effective movement of materials through the supply chain.

• Manage the supply chain aspects of contract manufacturing services, ensuring seamless integration with proprietary product manufacturing.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their requirements and align contract manufacturing processes with their expectations.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable and high-quality supply of raw materials and packaging.
• Negotiate contracts and terms to achieve cost-effectiveness and supply chain resilience.
• Oversee the procurement function, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of raw materials and packaging.

• Collaborate with Quality Assurance/Control teams to maintain and improve product quality standards.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards for both proprietary products and contract manufacturing.

• Lead the demand planning and forecasting processes to align production with customer demand.
• Drive the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process to enhance coordination between sales, production, and inventory management.

• Oversee production scheduling to ensure timely manufacturing of products.
• Coordinate with production teams to optimize schedules based on demand forecasts and inventory levels.

• Implement strategies to optimize inventory levels, minimize excess stock, and reduce stockouts.
• Utilize inventory management systems to track and manage inventory across the supply chain.

• Identify opportunities for process improvement within the supply chain.
• Implement innovative solutions to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall supply chain performance.

• Thrive in a dynamic environment with the ability to manage and adapt to changing priorities.
• Demonstrate flexibility and problem-solving skills in ambiguous situations.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience (8+ years) in supply chain management, with a focus on the food industry.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and lead cross-functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth knowledge of contract manufacturing processes and proprietary product manufacturing.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements in the food industry.
• Experience leading the Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) process.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills.
• Proven experience in production scheduling and demand planning.
• Proficient in inventory management systems and practices.
• Experience in managing procurement functions for raw materials and packaging.
• Ability to work well in an environment of ambiguity and change.