Vice President of Supply Chain

COMPANY

Welcome to EMPWR Nutrition, we aspire to become the global leader in development & co-manufacturing of bars in the healthy snacking segment.

Our company was founded in 2020 and has experienced remarkable growth ever since. We produce some of the most iconic and leading brands, setting the standard for taste and texture in the market. We offer a wide range of possibilities within the protein bar segment, that are not only nutritious but also delicious. We’re active in The Netherlands, Croatia, USA, Canada and Belgium, with 1300 passionate employees.

In 2020, we started our operations in Croatia. In 2022, we expanded our operations to North America by acquiring the McMinnville, OR facility. In both plants we’ve invested massively in the production equipment over the last years. In 2023, we expanded our operations to the Netherlands by acquiring the Leerdam facility.

This year we’re expanding even more and transform our operations into state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities. With joined forces, we continue to grow.

CHALLENGE

As Vice President of Supply Chain, you will oversee and lead the strategic direction of the entire supply chain operation, ensuring seamless integration of resources, goods, and information to meet production demands and organizational objectives. This role requires a dynamic leader who can shape and evolve both the team and processes to drive efficiency, effectiveness, and continuous improvement across all supply chain functions. You will be responsible for optimizing procurement, production, inventory control, distribution, and transportation, fostering cross-functional collaboration to align with organizational goals and performance KPIs.

In this position, you will implement strategies to streamline operations, proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks, and lead the team through the complexities of today’s evolving supply chain landscape. You will also oversee contract negotiations for volume and pricing with suppliers to ensure a continuous supply of raw materials, while maintaining rigorous oversight of supplier performance, quality control, and service delivery standards. Your leadership will be pivotal in achieving operational excellence, cost efficiency, and long-term supply chain success.

• Lead and oversee all aspects of supply chain operations including food safety, procurement, inventory management, production planning, and warehouse operations.
• Collaborate with production planners, procurement, and inventory teams to maintain focus on the production schedule and minimize downtime due to material shortages.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify and maintain resources necessary for establishing and sustaining an effective supply chain.
• Establish performance metrics to measure, evaluate, and compare factors impacting supply chain performance and drive improvements.
• Manage detailed inventories of materials and supplies at company sites and external locations, ensuring optimal levels to support production.
• Analyze current inventory and procedures and recommend improvements to increase supply chain efficiency and profitability.
• Develop and implement policies to improve supply chain efficiency while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.
• Identify and optimize transportation routes with a focus on consolidating warehousing and distribution for cost-efficiency.
• Assess material-handling equipment and staffing needs, making recommendations for improvements in the loading, unloading, movement, and storage of materials.
• Negotiate contract pricing for raw materials and delivery schedules with suppliers, vendors, and shipping companies.
• Advise the R&D team on the availability and cost of supplies and materials, contributing to new product developments and launches.
• Coordinate engineering changes, product line extensions, and pilot product launches, ensuring smooth transitions in material and production flow.
• Monitor and assess supplier performance to ensure quality and delivery standards are met and identify new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
• Drive operational success by ensuring the supply chain operates efficiently, safely, and reliably, aligning with organizational goals.

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5-7 years of experience as a supervisor, manager, or similar relevant position required
• ERP/MRP experience required, SAP preferred
• Food Safety – Notify management of any Food Safety issue.
• Food Safety – Aware of empowerment to act to resolve Food Safety issues within the scope of work.
• Food Safety – Conform to all Good Manufacturing Practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and maintain positive working relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, customers and employees.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

We offer you:

• Continuous Learning and Development: Benefit from our training programs designed to help you grow your skills and advance in your career.
• Health and Wellness: Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) starting on your first day of employment.
• Paid Time Off: Enjoy 3-weeks paid time off (PTO) and 7 paid holidays, so you can rest and recharge, spend time with family, or pursue personal interests.
• Retirement Plans: Plan for the future with our 401(k) retirement plan options, including an automatic 3% company contribution to help you save for retirement.
• Work-Life Balance: We understand the importance of balance. Our fixed work schedules make it so you know your time off, allowing you to plan fun activities.
• Modern, Safe Work Environment: Work in a facility that is modern, clean, with comfortable temperature and adheres to the highest standards of safety and quality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $200,000.00 - $235,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• management: 5 years (Required)
• SAP: 5 years (Preferred)
• Food manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• McMinnville, OR 97128 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $200,000 - $235,000