Director, Supply Chain

Briess Industries Inc

JOB SUMMARY:

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain within a food ingredients manufacturing organization. This role oversees demand and production planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics to ensure reliable supply, cost efficiency, and compliance with food safety standards. The Director drives strategic initiatives, improves service levels, and aligns supply chain operations with overall business objectives.

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with company growth, cost, and service objectives
Lead supply chain transformation initiatives, including process optimization, digital tools, and network design
Establish and monitor KPIs to drive performance and continuous improvement
Partner with executive leadership on strategic planning and business decisions

Demand Planning Leadership

Oversee demand planning and forecasting processes to ensure accuracy and alignment with market demand
Balance demand, supply, and capacity to meet customer service and financial targets
Drive improvements in forecast accuracy and responsiveness

Procurement & Supplier Strategy

Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials and packaging
Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and performance management
Mitigate supply risks and manage commodity pricing volatility
Ensure supplier compliance with food safety and regulatory requirements

Manufacturing & Inventory Management

Align production planning with demand and inventory strategy
Oversee inventory control for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
Optimize inventory levels and safety stock
Reduce waste, obsolescence, and stockouts-particularly in shelf-life-sensitive ingredients and finished goods.

Logistics

Manage warehousing and transportation networks
Optimize freight costs, routes, and carrier performance
Ensure on-time, in-full (OTIF) delivery to customers
Evaluate and improve third-party logistics (3PL) partnerships as needed

Food Safety & Regulatory Compliance

Ensure supply chain operations meet all applicable food safety standards, including:
- GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
- HACCP and FSMA requirements
- Traceability and lot control compliance
Maintain audit readiness and oversee supply chain-related documentation
Collaborate with Quality to ensure supplier and material compliance

Data, Systems & Process Excellence

Oversee Supply Chain ERP and planning systems
Ensure data integrity across supply chain functions (lead times, BOMs, inventory parameters)
Leverage analytics to drive decision-making and performance improvements
Lead continuous improvement initiatives

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with Operations, Quality, Sales, Finance, and R&D teams
Support new product development and commercialization efforts
Communicate supply chain risks and mitigation strategies
Align supply chain decisions with financial goals and customer expectations

Leadership & Talent Development

Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing supply chain team
Build organizational capability in planning, procurement, and logistics
Establish clear performance expectations and accountability
Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and safety

Other

Adhere to all government and company safety, sanitation and GMP policies and regulations. Adhere to Food Safety, Quality and SQF Codes.
Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required
MBA or advanced degree preferred
10-15+ years of progressive supply chain experience in manufacturing
5+ years in a senior leadership role managing multiple supply chain functions
Experience in food, beverage, or ingredient manufacturing strongly preferred
Expertise with ERP/MRP systems
Strong analytical and financial acumen
Experience with demand planning and forecasting tools
Knowledge of supply chain optimization and modeling tools
Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes
Familiarity with global sourcing, logistics, and trade compliance
Change management and continuous improvement mindset
Executive communication and stakeholder influence

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