What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Director position at JAC Recruitment?
Position Summary
We are seeking a Director of Supply Chain to provide strategic leadership across our end-to-end network. In this role, you will drive supply chain planning, procurement, logistics, and commercialization processes to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and brand-aligned product flow. Rather than overseeing daily warehouse operations, you’ll focus on supplier and 3PL management, logistics strategy, import/export compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. This position is based in the Los Angeles area with periodic travel to key locations, including our Bakersfield plant.
Responsibilities
BASE SALARY USD120,000 - 160,000 (DOE)
LOCATION Los Angeles, CA
WORK STYLE Remote
Benefits
We are seeking a Director of Supply Chain to provide strategic leadership across our end-to-end network. In this role, you will drive supply chain planning, procurement, logistics, and commercialization processes to ensure reliable, cost-effective, and brand-aligned product flow. Rather than overseeing daily warehouse operations, you’ll focus on supplier and 3PL management, logistics strategy, import/export compliance, and cross-functional collaboration. This position is based in the Los Angeles area with periodic travel to key locations, including our Bakersfield plant.
Responsibilities
- Strategic Leadership – Define and execute long-term supply chain strategy aligned with corporate goals for growth, cost optimization, and sustainability.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, R&D, and Quality to ensure seamless commercialization and change control.
- Supplier & Logistics Management – Lead supplier and 3PL selection, negotiation, compliance, and oversee logistics including import/export and freight optimization.
- Inventory & Planning – Align supply plans with demand forecasts, monitor inventory levels, and coordinate production scheduling.
- S&OP Leadership – Drive the Sales & Operations Planning process, integrating forecasts, supply constraints, and financial targets.
- Commercialization & Change Control – Manage new product introductions, implement change control systems, and accelerate time-to-market for innovations.
- Continuous Improvement & Systems – Enhance ERP and analytics, utilize KPIs, and champion Lean/Six Sigma to improve efficiency and compliance.
- Leadership & Talent Development – Mentor and develop a high-performing team, foster a culture of accountability and innovation, and oversee succession planning.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (MBA preferred).
- APICS CPIM/CSCP and Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
- 10 years of supply chain experience in food, beverage, or CPG; 5 years in leadership roles.
- Proven success in ERP implementation and process transformation.
- Experience with S&OP, supplier management, and import/export logistics.
- Advanced ERP/MRP knowledge (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)
- Strong data analysis and visualization (Power BI, Tableau)
- Expertise in supply chain, S&OP, inventory optimization
- Excellent leadership and communication
- Ability to manage ambiguity and influence stakeholders
- Knowledge of food/beverage regulations (FDA, FSSC 22000, GMP)
BASE SALARY USD120,000 - 160,000 (DOE)
LOCATION Los Angeles, CA
WORK STYLE Remote
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacations
- Paid Holidays