Supply Chain Manager

About The Role

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the supply chain function at the Seward, NE facility reporting directly to the Director of Supply Chain

• Lead a team in the execution of key supply chain functions for master planning, production scheduling, inventory management, procurement, and collaboration of customer order execution.
• This role is a hands-on leadership position responsible for shaping and managing the supply chain function within the freeze-dry pet food facility.
• Develop and maintain a master planning process that aligns production schedules with demand forecasts to optimize inventory levels and plant efficiency.
• Perform capacity planning analytics and drive action plans with the plant to resolve scheduling and production challenges.
• Oversee plant scheduling to ensure seamless execution of production plans while balancing demand and capacity constraints.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels of raw materials, work-in-progress, and finished goods, ensuring product availability while minimizing waste and carrying costs.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships for the procurement of ingredients and packaging materials, ensuring cost-effectiveness, adherence to quality and timely deliveries.
• Oversee master data management by ensuring the accurate setup and maintenance of materials, including finished goods, WIP, raw materials, and the associated planning data.
• Support Sales and customer engagement efforts via customer on-boarding, order execution, and forecast alignment processes.
• Work closely with Food Safety & Quality to maintain best practices for traceability, supplier on-boarding and compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
• Collaborate with Research & Innovation teams to ensure seamless transitions from product development to full-scale production and distribution.
• Drive process improvements and strategic initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
• Partner in the development of long-term supply chain strategies to support business growth, capacity planning, and scalability.
• Collaborate with the plant operations teams to align manufacturing execution and distribution with supply plans.
• Support new product introduction efforts by collaborating with Sales, R&D, and Operations to integrate new products into production and supply chain processes.
• Utilize ERP systems and supply chain analytics tools to drive data-driven decision-making and continuous process optimization.
• Foster a culture of cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and continuous improvement within the supply chain team.
  
  

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or logistics preferred.
• 8 years of supply chain experience in planning and distribution, including management responsibilities.
• Proven leadership skills with the ability to build and sustain a high-integrity, positive team culture.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, shippers, and customers.
• Supervisory experience with the ability to lead, develop, and motivate a team.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail for managing complex supply chain operations.
• Experience in Consumer-Packaged Goods (CPG) or Contract Manufacturing preferred – food or petfood experience is a plus.
• Food safety and raw material quality knowledge preferred.
• Continuous improvement experience with a track record of driving successful initiatives.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience with ERP systems (D365 or similar) in a manufacturing environment.
• APICS or CPIM certification preferred but not required.
  
  

Our Company

Petsource by Scoular™ is an indirect, wholly owned, independently operated subsidiary of Scoular. Petsource provides recipe development, raw meat processing, freeze-drying, and packaging solutions for pet food manufacturers. Petsource is among the first in the country to bring these steps together under one roof, positioning itself as a turnkey contract manufacturer and go-to source for high-protein, freeze-dried ingredients. With a $75 million expansion recently completed, we are growing our team of experts. Join a team dedicated to career advancement and a culture that makes you excited to come to work each day.

We are committed to building a culture of real inclusion for all employees. We support customers and communities around the globe and believe our workforce should reflect that diversity. Scoular Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) connect, support, and empower our people. Learn more about diversity and inclusion commitments here.

Our Benefits

• We offer competitive health plans that begin on the employee's first day -- there's no waiting period so you can be your best from the very beginning
• On top of your competitive base pay, you'll have an incentive opportunity, 401k safe harbor and additional company match
• Your hard work and dedication deserve a break. In addition to our 12 paid holidays, you'll receive vacation, sick and wellbeing time off
• We give you the opportunity to revolutionize your community. With 8 hours of paid volunteer time every year. We encourage team members to give back and make a social impact
• This position is eligible for annual incentive opportunities based on business and individual performance.