Overview
Director, Supply Chain Strategy role at fairlife, LLC . The Director, Supply Chain Strategy will be a key leader within the supply chain transformation team, driving the long-term strategic planning and optimization of the supply chain network. This role is responsible for developing and executing strategies to shape the future of the supply chain, ensuring it is resilient, scalable, and aligned with the company's vision and objectives. The director will focus on designing an agile, efficient, and sustainable supply chain network that supports both current and future business needs taking IP, innovation and international expansion into consideration.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design and implementation of a long-term, global supply chain network strategy that balances cost, speed, flexibility, and risk management
- Build a resilient network capable of adapting to changes in market conditions, customer demands, and geopolitical factors
- Work closely with the executive leadership team, finance, demand, procurement, logistics, and operations to ensure alignment of the supply chain strategy with overall corporate objectives
- Provide insights and recommendations to guide key decisions on capacity expansion, capital investments, and geographic market expansions
- Focus on optimizing the location of new manufacturing plants to meet business growth and consumer demands
- Use data analytics to run scenario analyses and "what-if" models that inform future supply chain decisions
- Support development of a robust Intellectual Property (IP) strategy that enhances the company's competitive edge, supports innovation, and drives value creation through strategic supply chain decisions
- Support international expansion, providing subject matter expertise on our supply chain and processes, ensuring protection of our IP
- Partner with R&D and brand teams to support supply chain strategy of new production innovations and entrance into adjacent categories
- Lead and support other supply chain strategy projects as needed
Qualifications
8+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain with a focus on strategic network planning, operations and logisticsAt least 3 years of leadership experience in designing and implementing global supply chain networksProven expertise in network optimization, including site selection, transportation strategy, and capacity planningStrong analytical skills with experience using network modeling tools, ERP systems, and data analytics platformsExperience in scenario planning, risk management, and identifying long-term supply chain vulnerabilitiesExceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skillsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA or equivalent preferred)Ability to thrive in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environmentLocation : Chicago, IL
Reports to : VP, Supply Chain Transformation & Strategy
Travel : ~20% - 30%
Employment type : Exempt, Full-time
Base pay range : $155,000—$175,000 USD
EEO : fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
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