Senior Advisor - Specialty Fats SC
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Senior Advisor in Specialty Fats to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of specialty fats, supply chain management, and the ability to drive strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency, quality, and sustainability.
Key Responsibilities:
- Strategic Planning: Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies for specialty fats, aligning with business goals and market demands.
- Supply Chain Optimization: Identify and execute opportunities for improving supply chain processes, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality.
- Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring the procurement of high-quality specialty fats and raw materials.
- Quality Assurance: Oversee quality control processes to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Sustainability Initiatives: Lead sustainability efforts within the supply chain, focusing on reducing environmental impact and promoting ethical sourcing practices.
- Risk Management: Identify potential risks within the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with R&D, production, marketing, and sales teams to ensure seamless integration of supply chain activities.
- Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics to monitor supply chain performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
- Leadership: Mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Food Science, or a related field. A Master's degree is preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in supply chain management, with a focus on specialty fats or related industries.
- Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies.
- Proven track record of successfully managing end-to-end supply chain operations.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong leadership and team management abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools.
- Commitment to sustainability and ethical sourcing practices.
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