What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Operations Director position at T. Marzetti Company?
Company Overview
T. Marzetti Company is a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice markets. Our company operates with a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead our supply chain operations at the Horse Cave facility. The successful candidate will oversee the end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, production planning, inbound receiving, warehouse operations, and finished goods delivery to customers. This role is critical to ensuring customer service, quality, and cost-effectiveness in our flagship operation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a direct team of 12 to 18 supply chain professionals by providing guidance, training, and support to enhance team performance and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Maintain the highest level of safety and ensure compliance to all OSHA and company standards through regular audits and training programs.
- Ensure inventory accuracy and accountability by implementing best-in-class standards for inventory management, including cycle counting and physical inventories.
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives, including cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
- Manage the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, packaging, and services, building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality, cost-effective materials.
- Oversee the production planning process to optimize service, drive operational efficiencies, and maximize finished goods inventory turns.
- Conduct analysis of aging material inventory across materials and packaging, identifying obsolete, slow-moving, and excess stock, and implementing strategic plans to address these issues.
- Evaluate stocking levels for materials and packaging, implementing and managing stocking strategies to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Participate in new product launches and product discontinuations, directing plants on setting up master data and removal of discontinued resources.
- Plan and receive shipments of inbound raw materials and packaging, scheduling and receiving finished goods from other Marzetti plants.
- Oversee the warehouse operation through a high-performing team that works safely, drives productivity, inventory accuracy, and service.
- Plan transportation with carriers to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers in the most cost-effective manner.
- Participate in the development of the Financial Annual Operating Plan, tracking key performance indicators and managing processes to address deviations from target.
- Optimize supply chain processes through Marzetti Operational Excellence and workflows for efficiency and cost savings.
- Lead initiatives to streamline supply chain processes and enhance efficiency, providing guidance and training to team members as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations management, business administration, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in supply chain management, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role. Experience should be in areas such as procurement, planning, logistics, production operations, and warehouse management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large teams and develop direct reports, with a focus on building trust, driving results, and ensuring accountability.
- Technical proficiency in supply chain software (SAP preferred) and ERP systems, with familiarity with data analytics and visualization techniques.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with a high level of expertise with Excel.
T. Marzetti Company is a leading manufacturer and marketer of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice markets. Our company operates with a strong commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead our supply chain operations at the Horse Cave facility. The successful candidate will oversee the end-to-end supply chain processes, including procurement, production planning, inbound receiving, warehouse operations, and finished goods delivery to customers. This role is critical to ensuring customer service, quality, and cost-effectiveness in our flagship operation.
Responsibilities
- Lead and develop a direct team of 12 to 18 supply chain professionals by providing guidance, training, and support to enhance team performance and foster a collaborative work environment.
- Maintain the highest level of safety and ensure compliance to all OSHA and company standards through regular audits and training programs.
- Ensure inventory accuracy and accountability by implementing best-in-class standards for inventory management, including cycle counting and physical inventories.
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives, including cost reduction initiatives and process improvements.
- Manage the sourcing and procurement of raw materials, packaging, and services, building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers to ensure a reliable supply of high-quality, cost-effective materials.
- Oversee the production planning process to optimize service, drive operational efficiencies, and maximize finished goods inventory turns.
- Conduct analysis of aging material inventory across materials and packaging, identifying obsolete, slow-moving, and excess stock, and implementing strategic plans to address these issues.
- Evaluate stocking levels for materials and packaging, implementing and managing stocking strategies to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Participate in new product launches and product discontinuations, directing plants on setting up master data and removal of discontinued resources.
- Plan and receive shipments of inbound raw materials and packaging, scheduling and receiving finished goods from other Marzetti plants.
- Oversee the warehouse operation through a high-performing team that works safely, drives productivity, inventory accuracy, and service.
- Plan transportation with carriers to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers in the most cost-effective manner.
- Participate in the development of the Financial Annual Operating Plan, tracking key performance indicators and managing processes to address deviations from target.
- Optimize supply chain processes through Marzetti Operational Excellence and workflows for efficiency and cost savings.
- Lead initiatives to streamline supply chain processes and enhance efficiency, providing guidance and training to team members as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, operations management, business administration, or a related field (MBA preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years' experience in supply chain management, with a minimum of 5 years in a leadership role. Experience should be in areas such as procurement, planning, logistics, production operations, and warehouse management.
- Demonstrated ability to manage large teams and develop direct reports, with a focus on building trust, driving results, and ensuring accountability.
- Technical proficiency in supply chain software (SAP preferred) and ERP systems, with familiarity with data analytics and visualization techniques.
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications, with a high level of expertise with Excel.
