Vice President Supply Chain

Lakeside HR Group has been engaged to recruit for a Vice President of Supply Chain located in Great Falls, MT. If you thrive in a high-stakes, fast-moving environment, where strategic leadership, commodity risk management, and supplier relationships define success—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact. We are redefining the industry, leading the way in sustainable, high-quality products, and supply chain solutions. With rapid growth and innovation at our core, we are looking for a visionary supply chain executive to take our operations to the next level.

The Opportunity

We’re searching for an elite supply chain strategist to join our executive team as Vice President of Supply Chain. In this critical leadership role, you will own the end-to-end supply chain strategy—optimizing procurement, risk management, logistics, and supplier partnerships to drive efficiency, profitability, and long-term growth.

Your mission? Develop a world-class, resilient supply chain, with a focus on strategic sourcing, commodity trading, and supplier partnerships—ensuring seamless operations in an industry poised for explosive expansion.

What You’ll Own & Drive

Strategic Supply Chain Leadership

• Architect and execute a supply chain strategy that optimizes sourcing, logistics, and inventory management for scalability and profitability.
• Build a best-in-class supplier and grower network, ensuring sustainability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead cross-functional teams in procurement, logistics, and risk management, driving operational excellence and resilience.
• Develop and implement sophisticated risk mitigation strategies to protect against market volatility and global supply chain disruptions.

Building Strong Supplier & Grower Partnerships

• ​Cultivate high-trust, long-term relationships with farmers and growers, ensuring ethical sourcing, competitive pricing, and a reliable supply chain.
• Develop outreach programs that empower growers with knowledge, tools, and best practices for sustainable agriculture.
• Negotiate high-impact contracts and pricing agreements to maximize value and long-term supply stability.
• Collaborate with sales, finance, and operations teams to ensure supply chain alignment with business objectives.

Demand Planning & Operational Excellence

• Develop and oversee short-term and long-term operational plans that align supply chain capacity with business growth.
• Optimize resource allocation, production scheduling, and inventory management for maximum efficiency.
• Leverage data-driven forecasting and AI-powered supply chain analytics to enhance responsiveness and reduce costs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to ensure a lean, high-performance supply chain.

Commodity Trading & Risk Management

• Lead commodity risk management strategies, leveraging contracts, hedging, and market intelligence to optimize cost efficiencies.
• Monitor global supply chain trends and economic shifts, developing contingency plans for supply chain resilience.
• Manage key trading partnerships and strategic procurement initiatives to stay ahead of industry shifts.

Innovation & Technology-Driven Supply Chain

• Implement cutting-edge supply chain technology solutions to streamline operations and improve real-time decision-making.
• Drive automation and AI-driven insights to enhance operational efficiency.
• Leverage big data, predictive analytics, and machine learning tools to create a future-proof supply chain model.

What You Bring to the Table

• 10 years of supply chain leadership experience, ideally in agribusiness, food production, or commodity trading.
• An ability to travel significantly within the first year until a solid supply chain has been established. At that point travel will taper off.
• Proven expertise in commodity trading, supplier management, and financial performance optimization.
• Deep knowledge of commodity pricing, risk management, and supply & demand market trends.
• Strong leadership acumen, with the ability to develop, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams.
• Experience working in high-growth, high-velocity industries where adaptability and strategic vision are key.
• Proficiency in supply chain management tools, data analytics, and emerging AI-driven solutions.
• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.

Compensation & Perks

• Competitive Salary: $140,000 - $180,000
• Performance Bonus: Target 100%
• 401K Mach for long-term financial growth
• Premium Health, Dental, and Vision Plans for you and your family
• Generous PTO—because balance is key

Why Join Us?

• Industry Disruptor – Join a company revolutionizing sustainable supply chain practices.
• Leadership That Empowers – Work alongside visionary executives who value innovation, agility, and execution.
• High-Impact Role – Your leadership will shape the future of our global supply chain.
• Unmatched Growth Potential – Be part of a high-growth, high-reward environment with room to scale your career.