Director of Supply Chain
Job Description
Director of Supply Chain
Petaluma, CA | On-Site
Compensation: $168,000–$175,000 DOE
We are partnering with a leading food manufacturing company seeking a Director of Supply Chain to take full ownership of a complex, end-to-end operation. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing procurement, production planning, warehousing, logistics, and distribution, with a strong emphasis on S&OP, inventory optimization, compliance, and continuous improvement.
What you will be doing
As the Director of Supply Chain, you will own the full supply chain lifecycle and serve as a strategic partner to Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Finance. You will lead teams, drive data-based decision making, and ensure reliable, cost-effective delivery of perishable goods while maintaining the highest standards for food safety, compliance, and service.
Responsibilities
A women-powered workforce solutions and staffing company serving Northern California with offices in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Napa, Fairfield, Sacramento, Lodi, Hayward, Stockton, and Manteca. We offer local expertise and service and provide a wide range of positions and industries.
Petaluma, CA | On-Site
Compensation: $168,000–$175,000 DOE
We are partnering with a leading food manufacturing company seeking a Director of Supply Chain to take full ownership of a complex, end-to-end operation. This is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing procurement, production planning, warehousing, logistics, and distribution, with a strong emphasis on S&OP, inventory optimization, compliance, and continuous improvement.
What you will be doing
As the Director of Supply Chain, you will own the full supply chain lifecycle and serve as a strategic partner to Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Finance. You will lead teams, drive data-based decision making, and ensure reliable, cost-effective delivery of perishable goods while maintaining the highest standards for food safety, compliance, and service.
Responsibilities
- Lead and execute supply chain strategy across procurement, production planning, warehousing, logistics, and transportation
- Own S&OP and inventory planning processes to align demand, supply, and financial targets
- Drive KPI performance including OTIF, inventory turns, service levels, and total delivered cost
- Leverage ERP systems, including Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar, to improve visibility and decision making
- Ensure compliance with FDA, USDA, HACCP, OSHA, and DOT regulations
- Oversee vendor sourcing, contract negotiations, supplier performance, and risk mitigation strategies
- Manage budgets, forecasts, and cost-reduction initiatives
- Lead, mentor, and develop high-performing supply chain and logistics teams
- Serve as point of contact for audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field
- 8+ years of progressive supply chain, logistics, or operations experience, with 5+ years in leadership
- Food or dairy manufacturing experience strongly required, perishable goods supply chain experience is essential
- Proven ownership of full end-to-end supply chain including procurement, planning, warehousing, logistics, and transportation
- Demonstrated hands-on S&OP leadership including forecasting, demand planning, and inventory optimization
- Strong ERP experience required, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central preferred
- Working knowledge of TMS and WMS systems preferred
- Deep understanding of FDA, USDA, HACCP, OSHA, and DOT compliance requirements
- Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making skills
- Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop cross-functional teams
- Full-time, exempt, on-site role
- Regular presence required on the production floor and in warehouse environments
- Fast-paced, hands-on setting supporting a 24/7 operation
- Flexibility for early mornings, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
- Occasional travel, typically less than 20 percent
A women-powered workforce solutions and staffing company serving Northern California with offices in Santa Rosa, Petaluma, Napa, Fairfield, Sacramento, Lodi, Hayward, Stockton, and Manteca. We offer local expertise and service and provide a wide range of positions and industries.
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