Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with business goals.
- Lead and manage teams across procurement, logistics, production planning, and inventory control.
- Oversee sourcing of raw materials and packaging, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost efficiency.
- Ensure compliance with food safety standards (e.g., FDA, USDA, HACCP, GFSI).
- Optimize inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking or stockouts.
- Collaborate with production, quality assurance, R&D, and sales to ensure seamless product flow.
- Identify and implement supply chain technologies and systems for increased efficiency and traceability.
- Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports for executive leadership.
- Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts to drive cost savings and reliability.
- Develop risk management plans to address potential disruptions in the supply chain.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
- Minimum 10 years of experience in supply chain or operations management, with at least 5 in a leadership role within food or beverage manufacturing.
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
- Deep understanding of regulatory requirements in the food industry.
- Proven experience with demand planning, procurement strategies, and logistics optimization.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- APICS or CSCMP certification.
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodology.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
