Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations and Enterprise Planning
Mars · USA-Utah-Salt Lake City, United States
Job Description:
What You'll Do
As the Senior Director of Manufacturing Operations and Enterprise Planning at Trü Frü ,you will lead manufacturing operations and planning functions for our rapidly growing company creating 'better for you' frozen and freeze-dried chocolate covered fruit. You'll drive operational execution through an effective S&OP process, co-create and implement
supply strategies, and lead operational improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, cost efficiency, waste reduction and environmental management across our manufacturing network. You'll oversee end-to-end planning functions including demand, supply, materials and inventory, manage capital investments for manufacturing capacity
expansion, and develop a team of relentless, talented people committed to building something real. This is your opportunity to think strategically, make decisions that drive results, and ensure we deliver sustainable, margin-accretive growth.
Job Responsibilities
Oversee performance of internal and external manufacturing network from planning through execution, managing contractual relationships with co-manufacturers and ensuring each site has a development plan aligned with business objectives.
Develop and execute manufacturing strategies to support business needs; evaluate existing capabilities and lead eƯective implementation of agreed strategies.
Lead S&OP planning process with operations and planning teams for rolling 18- month forecasting; manage Blue Yonder supply chain planning system deployment and drive continuous improvement.
Manage capital spend and budgetary responsibilities; contribute to consolidated business capital spend requirements and oversee CAB spend management.
Deliver or exceed agreed business performance metrics in cost, food safety, product quality, customer service and inventory management; drive productivity initiatives and operational transformation.
Strengthen cross-functional relationships with Sales, Marketing, Product Development and Manufacturing partners; oversee successful manufacturing of new product launches, product changes and systems commissioning.
Qualifications
12+ years of experience in manufacturing or operations environments; food and beverage experience strongly preferred.
8+ years of directly relevant experience in manufacturing facilities with roles in plant engineering, plant management and project management.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business Administration; Master’s degree a plus.
Strong understanding of S&OP process and experience leading supply planning functions.
Experience with third-party contract manufacturers and material vendors.
Lean manufacturing implementation and cost reduction project experience.
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with ability to thrive in fast-paced, high- growth organizations.
Experience in both large CPG and entrepreneurial businesses.
Domestic travel up to 50%.