Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations

Vice President of Supply Chain & Operations

About the Company

An established food manufacturer looking to lead supply chain and operations strategy.

Industry
Food Production

Type
Privately Held

About the Role

The Company is seeking a Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations to take on a pivotal role in leading the organization's end-to-end supply chain and operational strategy. The successful candidate will be a strategic and hands-on leader, with the ability to make decisions that directly impact the business's growth, performance, and future. This executive will be responsible for shaping the supply chain strategy across manufacturing, planning, warehousing, distribution, and logistics, and will have a key influence on capacity, continuous improvement, and operational performance. The role also involves leading a high-performing team, driving improvements in various operational metrics, and ensuring that the supply chain strategy aligns with the broader business priorities. Applicants for the Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations position at the company should have a minimum of 10 years' experience in food manufacturing, with a proven track record of progressive leadership in supply chain, manufacturing, or operations. Strong knowledge of supply planning, inventory, warehousing, distribution, and logistics is essential, as is a background in driving operational improvements, cost optimization, and service performance. The role requires a leader with strong financial, analytical, and cross-functional capabilities, and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. The ideal candidate will be adept at building and developing teams, and will champion a culture of continuous improvement within the organization.

Functions

• Operations