Director of Supply Chain Poultry (Philadelphia)

A well-established, growing company in the poultry and food production industry is seeking a Director of Supply Chain to lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations. This role requires hands-on leadership in a fast-paced, cold chain manufacturing environment, overseeing transportation, warehousing, purchasing, planning, and customer fulfillment across multiple sites. What Youll Do Lead and mentor a supply chain team of 4050 employees (6 direct reports) across multiple production and distribution sites. Oversee cold storage logistics, raw material and finished goods inventory, warehouse operations, and all transportationincluding protein movement, live haul coordination, and temperature-sensitive delivery. Own vendor negotiations and supplier performanceespecially for protein, feed, packaging, and cold storage services. Align daily operations with cross-functional leaders in production, QA, finance, sales, and customer service. Ensure regulatory compliance (USDA, FSMA, DOT) and build a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous improvement. Leverage systems and KPIs to drive cost savings, efficiency, and reliability across the entire supply chain. What Were Looking For 10+ years of supply chain leadership in food manufacturing; strong preference for poultry, meat, or protein production experience. Background in managing cold chain operations and perishable inventory across multiple locations. Experience working closely with processing teams, growers, or live operations is a plus. Bachelor's degree required; Master's in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business preferred. Strong leadership, cross-departmental collaboration, and vendor management capabilities. Track record of improving processes, reducing costs, and enhancing customer fulfillment in a fast-moving food environment. Why Join Us? This is a rare opportunity to lead the full supply chain at a respected name in the poultry industry. Youll work alongside a seasoned leadership team, own a mission-critical function, and directly impact growth, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. If youve got the experience and want to drive real results, we want to hear from you.

Created: 2025-09-22