At Bel, we are not just a company-we are a company on a Mission, built on 160 years of bold innovation, family values, and a commitment to social purpose. With beloved brands like Babybel, GoGo squeeZ, The Laughing Cow, and Boursin, our snacking solutions bring more than joy; they want to serve as a force for good. Our U.S. Mission? To help close the critical 80% nutrition gap by making it easier for Americans to eat more fruits, veggies, and dairy as part of their daily lives.

The company has headquarters in Chicago and New York City and operates 4 manufacturing plants in Little Chute, WI; Brookings, SD; Traverse City, MI; and Nampa, ID.#IWorkForAllForGood

The Supply Chain Manager is a critical role responsible for overseeing and optimizingproduction planning master data, inventory management, third-party freight management, performance reporting, and process improvements for the overall supply plans of the manufacturing plant. This position ensures compliance with all legal and customer requirements while driving operational excellence.

Reports to: Factory Director
Number of direct reports: 7

Job Responsibilities & Tasks:

• BudgetManagement

• Oversee all supply chain activities to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness,timelyand complete deliveries, safety, sanitation, employee relations, visual controls, and performance assessment against a defined budget.

• Establish and manage supply chain budgets, setting goals and KPIs that align with companyobjectivesto drive departmental performance.

• Maintain departmental expenses within the defined budget for outbound freight, inbound freight, warehousing, trucking, and external warehouses.

• Ensure adherence to company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA regulations, safety, and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost.

• Review and approve freight and fleet invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and cost-efficiency.

• Proactively pursue any necessary improvement projectsidentified.

• Lead continuous process improvement initiatives for supply chain and supply planning, driving operational excellence and efficiency.

• Warehouse/Logistics

• Supervise alllogisticsactivities, including supply chain management (receiving, ordering, and storage), production scheduling, reception and storage of finished goods, and the preparation, shipping, and distribution of finished goods to customers.

• Supervise distribution and shipping functions, ensuring efficient collaboration between shipping and freight carriers fortimelytruck arrivals, preparation, and departures.

• Manage the supply chain team, including both salaried and hourly employees.

• Ensure compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as outlined in company policies, following all safety rules and procedures to work safely and ensure the safety of others.

• Adhere to all environmental protocols relevant to the job to prevent pollution of air, land, or water.

• Maintain high sanitation standards by following all procedures and work instructions to ensure a clean and safe working environment.

• Inventory

• Collaborate with the Production Scheduling Coordinator and Supply Scheduler to set inventory goals for finished goods and supplies necessary for manufacturing.

• Oversee andoptimizethe usage of inventory to ensure efficient operations.

• Proactively monitor inventory alerts on a daily basis and address exceptions promptly.

• Oversee the management of supplies and finished goods inventories tomaintainoptimalstock levels.

• Identifyand communicate supply chain opportunities/issues/recommendations for resolutions.

• Continuouslymonitorsupply chain performance and recommend actionable plans to ensure production stability, achieve inventory targets, andmaintainhigh levelsof customer service.

All other dutiesassigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

Abachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Management, Logistics, Production Management, or a related field is highly preferred. A combination of relevant experience and education will also be considered.

Experience:

• Requiredminimum of5 years ofsupply chainorlogistics.

• Foodindustryhighlypreferred.

Preferred Skills:

• Proficiencyin Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems isrequired.

• Experience with Lean methodologies is a plus.

• Strong project management skillspreferred, with a proventrack recordof successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.

• Proven experience working with cross-functional teamsisrequired.

• Proficientin Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint isrequired. Familiarity with integrated systems, particularly SAP, is preferred.

• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans for supply chain operations, including production planning, inventory management, andlogistics. Proficient in forecasting demand and aligning supply chain activities to meet businessobjectivesand customer requirements.

• Proficient in analyzing complex data sets toidentifytrends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic decision-making.

Physical & Travel Requirements

• Must be able work in normal office conditions for a minimum of 8 hours per day

• Must be able to travel via airplane within the U.S.and internationallyintermittently

• Must be able to wearappropriate PersonalProtective Equipment (PPE)

Working Conditions:

• Work is performedlargely inan office environment.Hours of work willgenerally beduring regular businesshours withat least 40 hours a week.At times there will be some variation in work hours due to special projects,deadlinesand other concerns.Ability to occasionallyliftupto50lbs. and crawl into confined spaces for short periods of time.Limited travel within the US andinternationally.

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bel Brands is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Bel Brands also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also Bel Brand's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

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