Hearthside Food Solutions

Director Supply Chain Services- Supply Chain Services

Hearthside Food Solutions • $160K — $240K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) is a plus.
  • Minimum of 10 years multi-functional supply chain experience (Planning/Logistics).
  • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes including procurement, inventory management, and logistics.
  • Expertise in technology solutions related to supply chain management.
  • Excellent project management skills with experience in leading large, cross-functional teams.
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with senior leaders and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee the end-to-end supply chain management of a designated platform, from design to optimization.
  • Own the enterprise translation of supply chain strategies to the designated platform.
  • Ensure application of standard work for scheduling, supply planning, and inventory control.
  • Support the S&OP process including Inventory and Platform Reviews.
  • Work closely with business leaders and teams to identify process improvement opportunities.
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supply chain performance.
  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors to ensure timely delivery of services.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental coverage.
  • 401k plan with company contributions.
  • Wellness benefits starting on the first day of employment.
  • Discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

The Director Supply Chain Services will oversee the end-to-end supply chain management of a designated business unit platforms supporting metric delivery thru SME defined systems and tools. This individual will be responsible highlighting and driving value creation & gap closing opportunities. This role will champion technology, optimization, and performance improvement initiative to ensure continuous improvement of the supply chain to meet organizational objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Platform Strategy & Leadership:
  • Oversee the end-to-end supply chain management of a designated platform, from initial design and implementation to optimization and maintenance.
  • Own the enterprise translation of enterprise supply chain strategies to a designated platform
  • Ensure application of standard work for scheduling, supply planning, inventory, materials requirements planning, service, inventory control, rate management, and run rules.
  • Participate in customer reviews and hyper care processes as appropriate.
  • Steward critical Supply Chain components of the P&L


Cross-Functional Collaboration:
  • Support the S&OP process including Inventory, Materials Management, Supply, & Platform Reviews
  • Work closely with business leaders, IT, operations, logistics, procurement, and finance teams to identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction.
  • Foster relationships with internal stakeholders to understand supply chain needs and translate them into solutions


Technology & System Integration:
  • Ensure seamless data exchange and integration between different systems & functions (e.g., SAP, BY, Finance, Sales, etc).
  • Evaluate emerging technologies and make recommendations for improvements or upgrades to the platform.


Process Optimization:
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives & HIPS projects to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the supply chain performance
  • Inform the organization through metrics & reporting, identifying issues and work to resolve cross-functionally based on value creation opportunity.
  • Support delivery of organizational KPIs: service, write-offs, days on hand, and plan stability.


Team Leadership & Development:
  • Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team of platform professionals.
  • Support local Supply Chain teams in terms of on-boarding, training, & coaching.
  • Champion process and tool improvement initiatives related to S&OP and Supply Chain.


Vendor & Stakeholder Management:
  • Manage relationships with third-party vendors, ensuring timely delivery of services, software updates, and troubleshooting support and cost recovery process
  • Provide guidance on supply chain terms of contracts and manage vendor performance to ensure maximum value.


Risk & Compliance Management:
  • Ensure the supply chain platform adheres to regulatory standards and company policies, including data security and privacy regulations.
  • Identify and mitigate risks associated with operations, including system downtime, integration failures, and data inaccuracies.


Qualifications
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field. Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., APICS, Six Sigma) is a plus.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years multi-functional supply chain experience (Planning/ Logistics)
  • Skills:
    • Travel requirement: Willingness to travel 30-50%.
    • Strong understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes (e.g., procurement, inventory management, distribution, logistics, service, scheduling and supply planning).
    • Expertise in technology solutions related to supply chain management.
    • Excellent project management skills with experience in leading large, cross-functional teams.
    • Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
    • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills for collaborating with senior leaders, stakeholders, and teams.
    • Strategic thinker with a focus on delivering results.
    • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and constantly evolving environment.
    • Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and guide teams.
    • Proactive problem-solving mindset.

      The pay range for this full-time, salaried position is $160,266-$240,266 /year. Individual base pay depends on work location and additional factors such as experience, job-related skills, and relevant education or training. The position is eligible for a discretionary annual incentive based on company and individual performance. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, 401k and wellness benefits beginning on the first day of employment.


The information provided in this document provides an overview of the most common duties, qualifications, and demands of the position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive summary of the role, and the duties, qualifications, and demands of the position are subject to change without notice. The expectations provided here may also be modified if an employee with a disability could effectively meet the expectations for the role with reasonable accommodation.

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About Hearthside Food Solutions

Hearthside Food Solutions is a leading contract manufacturer of baked goods, bars, snacks, and other food products. The company provides a range of services, including product development, packaging, and distribution, and serves customers in the retail, foodservice, and industrial markets. Hearthside Food Solutions operates more than 40 facilities across North America and Europe and has a reputation for delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. The company was founded in 2009 and is headquartered in Downers Grove, Illinois.
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2009

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