Director of Supply Chain

Job Title: Senior Director, Supply ChainLocation: Sterling, VA (On‐site)Employment Type: Full‐Time, ExemptIndustry: Manufacturing / Food ProcessingPosition SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Director of Supply Chain to lead and optimize end‐to‐end supply chain operations within a meat manufacturing environment. This role will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight of procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and distribution to drive efficiency, cost reduction, compliance, and continuous improvement.IMPORTANT: Food manufacturing experience is a MUST, and candidates with meat manufacturing background will only be considered. Only 100% authentic profiles with verifiable meat processing experience should be submitted.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deploy long‐term supply chain strategies aligned with business goals.Lead and optimize core supply chain functions including transportation, warehousing, and inventory control.Collaborate with manufacturing, operations, and sales to align production schedules with demand forecasts.Coordinate cross‐functional communication across departments to ensure execution excellence.Oversee sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, and indirect goods, ensuring quality, cost, and delivery performance.Monitor logistics and supply chain performance metrics; diagnose issues and implement corrective actions.Ensure strict compliance with applicable industry regulations and food safety standards.Build and maintain robust supplier relationships to support operational objectives.Drive continuous improvement initiatives focusing on cost efficiency, material planning, and supply chain integration.Provide leadership, mentorship, and strategic direction to supply chain teams.Partner with finance, quality assurance, and operations teams to optimize performance and cost outcomes.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.Minimum 7 years’ experience in supply chain/logistics management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.Food manufacturing experience is required — with SPECIFIC EXPERIENCE in MEAT MANUFACTURING.Demonstrated experience with supply chain planning, procurement, and logistics in a processing/manufacturing environment.Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, ERP systems, regulatory compliance, and quality standards relevant to food processing.Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.Strong analytical, problem‐solving, and decision‐making capabilities.Proven ability to implement strategy and achieve operational improvements.Preferred QualificationsExperience with meat processing supply chain systems, forecasting, and raw material procurement.ERP experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JD Edwards).History of managing supply chain in high‐volume food production environments.Candidate RequirementsOnly candidates with verifiable meat manufacturing experience will be considered.Authentic profiles with detailed background and meat processing work history required.Processing Fee and Match Making Fee will be charged.

Salary : $110,000 - $120,000