VP, Supply Chain & Integrated Business Planning

Position: VP, Supply Chain & Integrated Business Planning
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: CSCO
Salary Type: Exempt
Location: Irwindale, CA
Compensation:
The base salary for this position ranges from $180,000 up to $250,000 annually. Actual pay is based on several factors, including relevant skills, experience, and job-related expertise. Depending on the position, target bonuses and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits

Make a greater impact at Bonduelle Americas!
Bonduelle Americas is a certified B Corp inviting people to embrace a flexitarian lifestyle with an expanding portfolio of plant-rich products available in and beyond the produce aisle. We operate four facilities and employ nearly 3,000 Associates in the US.

Bonduelle Americas is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Groupe Bonduelle (BON.PA), an established global brand with more than 170 years of family heritage bringing the joy of plants to tables around the world. Globally, our ready-to-eat plant-rich food products are grown on 173,000 acres by our grower partners and marketed in nearly 100 countries. Our mission is to inspire the transition toward a plant-rich diet to contribute to people's well-being and planet health.

Join us at Bonduelle Americas for an opportunity to advance your career in a culture that places people first. As a valued member of our company, you will work in a mission-driven environment aimed at preserving the planet’s resources while providing healthy plant-based products to millions of consumers around the world.

Position Summary:
The Vice President, Supply Chain & Integrated Business Planning will play a critical role in shaping and executing the strategic vision for Bonduelle Fresh Americas’ supply chain. This leader will provide cutting-edge functional expertise to meet customer service expectations while driving business growth, profitability, and efficient working capital management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and lead the development of a comprehensive business planning process that integrates manufacturing, supply, commercial forecasts, and demand planning.
• Maximize order-fill rates and sales opportunities to support rapid growth while optimizing inventory and working capital efficiency.
• Align diverse stakeholder perspectives and multiple data sources to create a unified executive view for strategic decision-making.
• Select and implement a business planning tool/system and define the structure and approach for S&OP processes.
• Oversee the collection and analysis of sell-through data, building a platform for collaborative planning with channel partners and suppliers.
• Drive internal alignment by securing input and buy-in from key stakeholders, including customers, to enhance overall business performance.
• Act as an integral leader in executing the company’s strategic direction, driving synergies across the value chain “from farm to customer” to maximize shareholder value.
• Collaborate closely with senior leaders across Sales & Marketing, Manufacturing & Engineering, and Finance, ensuring alignment and a true seat at the table in decision making.
• During the first year, the VP, Integrated Business Planning will be expected to accomplish the following:
• Establish a strong presence in the company as an enterprise leader and a strong contributor on the executive leadership team.
• Develop and communicate a clear vision for the improvement and enhancement of the Supply Chain function and be on the track of executing and implementing that vision.
• Create a culture of collaboration across all functions driving efficiencies and productivity across the spectrum of corporate functions breaking down silos.
• Develop and implement a strong planning capability. Help shift the culture from “volume driven to profit driven”.
• Specific targets include but are not limited to - Significantly reducing waste; improve and enhance customer service; improve cost per case metrics; improve transportation and freight costs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate will be a seasoned and passionate executive with 12 years of professional experience and a proven track record of implementing innovative and integrated strategic supply chain solutions in a global organization with diverse customer and product channels. Experience in fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG)—particularly perishables—is a plus.
• An undergraduate degree is required ideally in a technical field (e.g. supply chain, operations, engineering); an MBA or advanced degree is preferred.
• Hands-on expertise in S&OP, including successful implementation and/or transformation at a business of scale.
• Experience with supply chain planning tools, including demand planning, supply planning, supply chain scenario planning, and S&OP management.
• Strong leadership skills with a positive, collaborative, and affable management style.
• Proven change management expertise, with the ability to influence and drive transformation.
• International experience in supply chain operations.
• A compelling mix of analytical acumen, commercial savvy, and cross-functional engagement skills.

Leadership & Cultural Fit:

• Upon joining, the Vice President, Integrated Business Planning will step into a capable but evolving team of supply chain executives. Success in this role will require:
• Establishing immediate and effective relationships through strong communication, idea-sharing, and teamwork.
• Acting as the key interface between the supply chain function and senior leadership, building partnerships across the organization.
• A track record of operational excellence at companies recognized as best-in-class in manufacturing and supply chain management.
• A hands-on, low-ego, energetic, and results-driven leadership style.
• The ability to lead large-scale change management initiatives and influence broad organizational improvements.
• A customer-focused approach to operations management that fosters growth, innovation, and cross-functional collaboration.
• A self-starter mentality, with strong decision-making skills, people management experience, and expertise in supply chain systems and planning.
• Thrives on measurable impact, takes pride in driving results, and is motivated by making a tangible difference in a company’s bottom line.