The VP of Operations & Supply Chain is a key executive role responsible for leading the company's end-to-end supply chain and operational strategy. This position oversees supply chain, procurement, production, logistics, and delivery, ensuring efficiency, cost optimization, and high service levels. THIS ROLE REQUIRES RELOCATION TO MADISON, WISCONSIN.
Client Details
A leading producer of specialty and artisan cheeses in the United States. With a strong heritage of craftsmanship and innovation, the company combines traditional cheesemaking techniques with modern practices to deliver award-winning products across retail and foodservice channels. Operates multiple production facilities in Wisconsin and is committed to sustainability, local sourcing, and quality.
Description
- Supply Chain Leadership: Oversee and manage the end-to-end supply chain-from procurement through delivery-ensuring efficiency, effectiveness, and performance across all areas.
- Strategic Direction: Define and implement the Supply Chain & Operations vision and strategy in alignment with overall business objectives. Set organizational targets and drive execution to achieve results.
- Operational Excellence: Optimize supply chain operations to ensure timely product delivery, cost efficiency, and continuous improvement. Analyze data to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process enhancements.
- Financial Accountability: Hold overall responsibility for budgets and capital expenditures within Supply Chain and Operations. Prepare and support investment decisions.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Build and maintain strong relationships with internal teams, group functions, and external partners, including customers and suppliers.
- Talent Development: Own succession planning and talent management within the function. Foster a culture of engagement, training, and high performance.
- Executive Leadership: Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to organizational development and strategic initiatives. Maintain regular functional alignment with CSCO.
- Reporting & Governance: Provide periodic reporting to the Executive Leadership Team and ensure compliance with strategic initiatives and operational standards.
Profile
- University degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field; postgraduate/Master's in General Management, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management preferred. Formal management training is a plus.
- Several years in Supply Chain and Operations within the consumer goods industry (cheese industry experience preferred).
- Proven track record of operational P&L responsibility.
- International exposure and experience leading improvement and transformation initiatives.
- Strategic mindset with hands-on expertise in end-to-end supply chain (including S&OP, ESG, and operations).
- Strong decision-making ability, risk management, and adaptability in complex environments.
- Skilled in stakeholder management, collaboration, and talent development.
- Empathetic, culturally savvy leader with emotional resilience and a history of building high-performing teams.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complexity and drive engagement.
Job Offer
- Competitive annual salary.
- Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.
- Opportunity to work in a leadership role within the FMCG industry.
- Collaborative and professional work environment in Stoughton.
- Potential for career growth and advancement within the organization.
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