The Supply Chain Manager shall be the primary point of contact for all Supply Chain needs that are required to meet customer expectations (internal or external). This position will work with each department directly and will function as the Supply Chain liaison for new product launches, changes to existing products or any other issues that may arise. This individual will lead and direct a number of strategic sourcing initiatives designed to further rationalize and strengthen the PetIQ-Omaha supply chain. In addition to the above, the Supply Chain Manager hires, trains and evaluates performance of subordinate staff.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Provides guidance to senior management to assure optimum utilization of supply chain resources to meet customer needs and provides communication regarding interruptions and service issues to key stakeholders.
- Manages Supply Chain staff to achieve corporate goals, ensures adequate procurement/planning of finished goods, raw materials, primary and secondary components, preprint, external bulk, and non-finished product.
- Provides regular feedback to employees and monitors employee performance against job requirements, metrics and business rules.
- Responsible for the product management of contract manufactured and outsourced items. Obtain and implement supply and quality agreements with supplier partners.
- Manages inventory strategies and buffers to ensure service to the Supply Chain and manages product flow/optimization strategies to ensure highest profit and service opportunities.
- Work with various internal departments, identify and implement cost savings opportunities.
- Monitors and maintains demand flags in MRP system to ensure the team is planning/purchasing the correct amount of inventory.
- Ensures participation of project meetings and proper incorporation into Supply Chain and Production Planning, including Innovation and Stage Gate.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline combined with progressively responsible operational experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Comprehensive understanding of material resource planning methods is necessary, as is thorough knowledge of manufacturing and packaging processes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in Supply Chain strategies, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills are required, as are well developed interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills, and excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability in leading change.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
- Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Company Overview:
Our Mission is to become the most trusted ally for pet parents and a leading authority in pet health and wellbeing. Our promise is to deliver smarter health and wellbeing solutions that are innovative, accessible, educational and always effective.
Why join the PetIQ Team?
We have an incredible culture built on our core values that are embedded in everything we do. Our values are:
- Pet Parent Focused: Everything we do starts with the pet parent in mind. We’re dedicated to improving pet health and wellbeing through every interaction, product, and service we provide.
- Results Oriented: We deliver with purpose and follow through with clarity, accountability, and impact—because results matter for our teams, our partners, and the pets we serve.
- Humble and Hungry: We bring passion and confidence without ego. We’re always learning, improving, and striving to do better—for ourselves, our teams, and our customers.
- Adaptive & Agile: We embrace change, move fast, and use it as our next advantage in creating innovative solutions for pets and their families.
- Stronger as a Pack: Collaboration is at the heart of how we work. We help each other win, because we know exceptional teams build something greater than any one of us could alone
Closing:
PetIQ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership or civil union status, military or veteran status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified individuals and strive to create a work environment free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or employment process, please contact HR@PetIQ.com
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