Onsite 4 times per week (Friday WFH) near Lake Union, Seattle area.
MUST HAVE: Food & Beverage Industry Background, CPF preferance highly desired
We at United aim to provide our customers with easy access to a diverse range of authentically Italian products. The high quality and well-crafted olive oils we represent bring the taste of the Mediterranean and the character of Italy directly to you.
Since 1916 United Olive Oil Import Co. is a leading importer of award-winning olive oil from the richest soils and most authentic brands from all of Italy. We carry products of the highest quality - and distribute internationally, but what makes us unique is that we are a family! The Asaro family has been operating the farms on its estate for over a hundred years, and every brand and product United represents are fully farm to table and family grown. It is this authentic touch that we bring to all the olives we harvest, and this Italian care that we deliver directly to your home!
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced professional to join our team as a Director of Supply Chain. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in building and optimizing our Supply Chain processes, with a focus on S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) and demand management. As we transition to utilizing Oracle, we need a strategic thinker who can lead the development of a robust planning and shipping framework.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement a comprehensive Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
- Lead and optimize demand forecasting and management activities.
- Oversee logistics, transportation, and shipping operations to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain strategies with overall business goals.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes.
- Provide leadership and guidance in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree with 11+ years' experience in Supply Chain management
- 5+ years of people management experience
- Solid customer service and supply chain background, exceptional interpersonal skills, and adept at identifying customer trends and working across functional groups.
- Agility in taking initiative to solve issues, partner and build processes that simplify and build customer experiences.
- Proficient with ERP systems (QuickBooks and NetSuite) and Microsoft Office programs.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong collaboration skills with a high focus on teamwork and growth mindset.
- Deliver high quality work with integrity and exhibit a professional and positive attitude.
