Position: Vice President of Supply Chain
Location: Great Falls, Montana
Compensation: $140,000-$180,000 + Significant Performance Bonus: Target 100%
About the Job:
Lakeside HR Group has been engaged to recruit for a Vice President of Supply Chain located in Great Falls, MT. If you thrive in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment, where strategic leadership, commodity risk management, and supplier relationships define success—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. We are redefining the industry, leading the way in sustainable, high-quality products, and supply chain solutions. With rapid growth and innovation at our core, we are looking for a visionary supply chain executive to take our operations to the next level.
Key Responsibilities:
We’re searching for an elite supply chain strategist to join our executive team as Vice President of Supply Chain. In this critical leadership role, you will own the end-to-end supply chain strategy—optimizing procurement, risk management, logistics, and supplier partnerships to drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term growth.
Your mission? Develop a world-class, resilient supply chain, with a focus on strategic sourcing, commodity trading, and supplier partnerships—ensuring seamless operations in an industry poised for explosive expansion.
Strategic Supply Chain Leadership
- Architect and execute a supply chain strategy that optimizes sourcing, logistics, and inventory management for scalability and profitability.
- Build a best-in-class supplier and grower network, ensuring sustainability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
- Lead cross-functional teams in procurement, logistics, and risk management, driving operational excellence and resilience.
- Develop and implement sophisticated risk mitigation strategies to protect against market volatility and global supply chain disruptions.
Building Strong Supplier & Grower Partnerships
- Cultivate high-trust, long-term relationships with farmers and growers, ensuring ethical sourcing, competitive pricing, and a reliable supply chain.
- Develop outreach programs that empower growers with knowledge, tools, and best practices for sustainable agriculture.
- Negotiate high-impact contracts and pricing agreements to maximize value and long-term supply stability.
- Collaborate with sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure supply chain alignment with business objectives.
Demand Planning & Operational Excellence
- Develop and oversee short-term and long-term operational plans that align supply chain capacity with business growth.
- Optimize resource allocation, production scheduling, and inventory management for maximum efficiency.
- Leverage data-driven forecasting and AI-powered supply chain analytics to enhance responsiveness and reduce costs.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a lean, high-performance supply chain.
Commodity Trading & Risk Management
- Lead commodity risk management strategies, leveraging contracts, hedging, and market intelligence to optimize cost efficiencies.
- Monitor global supply chain trends and economic shifts, developing contingency plans for supply chain resilience.
- Manage key trading partnerships and strategic procurement initiatives to stay ahead of industry shifts.
Innovation & Technology-Driven Supply Chain
- Implement cutting-edge supply chain technology solutions to streamline operations and improve real-time decision-making.
- Drive automation and AI-driven insights to enhance operational efficiency.
- Leverage big data, predictive analytics, and machine learning tools to create a future-proof supply chain model.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of supply chain leadership experience, ideally in agribusiness, food production, or commodity trading.
- An ability to travel significantly within the first year until a solid supply chain has been established. At that point travel will taper off.
- Proven expertise in commodity trading, supplier management, and financial performance optimization.
- Deep knowledge of commodity pricing, risk management, and supply & demand market trends.
- Strong leadership acumen, with the ability to develop, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams.
- Experience working in high-growth, high-velocity industries where adaptability and strategic vision are key.
- Proficiency in supply chain management tools, data analytics, and emerging AI-driven solutions.
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
Benefits:
- Competitive Salary
- Performance Bonus: Target 100%
- 401k Match for long-term financial growth
- Premium Health, Dental, and Vision Plans for you and your family
- Generous PTO—because balance is key
About Lakeside HR Group:
At Lakeside HR Group, we understand that finding the right job is essential for your career success. We are a boutique-style human resources consulting and recruiting firm dedicated to providing personalized, tailored solutions. When you partner with us, you are not just getting a recruiter; you are getting the entire Lakeside team working together to support your career goals.
Partner with us at Lakeside HR Group, where we are more than just a recruiting firm; we are your partners in achieving your career aspirations.
