Supply Chain Manager

Overview

Job Summary:

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing the warehouse and material flow operations that support manufacturing, ensuring the continuous availability of production materials including corrugate, film, chemicals, and other indirect supplies. This role manages inventory control, warehouse operations, emergency procurement activities, and production scheduling support to maintain uninterrupted manufacturing operations. The Supply Chain Manager partners closely with Production, Planning, Purchasing, Quality, and Operations teams to balance inventory investment, service levels, and operational efficiency.

 

Warehouse & Materials Management

• Lead all supply warehouse operations including receiving, storage, inventory control, replenishment, and material delivery to production.
• Ensure uninterrupted availability of production materials, packaging materials, chemicals, and consumables.
• Establish and maintain warehouse processes that support safety, inventory accuracy, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor inventory levels and material consumption trends to prevent shortages and excess inventory.
• Oversee cycle counting programs and inventory reconciliations.
• Manage material handling equipment, storage locations, and warehouse space utilization.
• Develop and maintain material flow systems that support production requirements.
• Coordinates with corporate purchasing to manage critical and emergency procurement activities to prevent production downtime as needed.

Production Scheduling Support

• Assist in developing and maintaining production schedules based on customer demand, material availability, labor capacity, and machine constraints.
• Coordinate closely with Production, Planning, and Customer Service teams to prioritize manufacturing orders.
• Monitor schedule adherence and identify risks related to inventory shortages, equipment downtime, or supplier delays.
• Support daily production meetings and provide recommendations on material allocation and scheduling priorities.
• Analyze production requirements and proactively address potential supply chain disruptions.
• Facilitate communication between warehouse, purchasing, and manufacturing teams to ensure alignment with production objectives.

Inventory Control & Planning

• Maintain optimal inventory levels while balancing service requirements and working capital objectives.
• Review inventory reports, forecasts, and usage trends to identify risks and opportunities.
• Oversee inventory accuracy initiatives and investigate inventory variances.
• Collaborate with planning and procurement teams to improve inventory performance and material availability.
• Support annual physical inventories and audit requirements.

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead warehouse personnel and inventory control staff.
• Establish performance expectations and accountability measures.
• Conduct employee coaching, performance evaluations, and development planning.
• Foster a culture of safety, continuous improvement, teamwork, and operational excellence.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements.

Safety, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure safe handling and storage of chemicals and regulated materials.
• Maintain compliance with OSHA, environmental, and company safety standards.
• Lead warehouse and supply chain improvement initiatives utilizing Lean and 5S principles.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve inventory turns, and enhance service levels.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for warehouse and supply chain performance.

NOTE: this description is not intended to be all inclusive. An employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization; these duties are considered marginal.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications (Required):

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain, materials management, warehouse operations, purchasing, or manufacturing support.
• Minimum 3 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Experience managing production inventories including corrugate, film, chemicals, packaging materials, and MRO supplies.
• Experience supporting manufacturing production schedules.
• Strong understanding of inventory management and warehouse operations.
• Experience with ERP systems (Infor M3 preferred)
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory analysis.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and decision-making skills.
• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be able to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in packaging, converting, paper, consumer goods, food manufacturing, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD certification.
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma experience.
• Knowledge of transportation, logistics, and supplier management practices.
• Experience managing hazardous materials and chemical inventories.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk or sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can contact Human Resources at the location(s) where you are applying. We participate in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.

Summary

America's Heartland Packing is set to open its doors in early 2025. The 775,000 sq. ft. greenfield project will include a harvest floor, carcass chillers, fabrication area, rendering, further processing area, storage coolers, freezers, and loading docks.

 

What we offer:

• Competitive total compensation package for you and your family.
• Excellent benefit plan.  Benefits include: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Accounts, Voluntary Benefits, PTO, 401k, Long & Short Term Disability, Discount Meat Purchase Program, and more!