Director of Supply, Demand and Forecasting - Central - Produce Careers

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    Job Title

    Director of Supply, Demand and Forecasting

    Description

    A key role has emerged within a thriving produce company to oversee strategic planning and drive business growth.

    The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies that optimize commodity management, aligning planning activities with long-term goals and market trends.

    Responsibilities

    • Develop and implement planning strategies to optimize commodity management.
    • Lead cross-functional teams for planning initiatives.
    • Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment.
    • Conduct performance reviews and support professional development.
    • Oversee domestic and import supply management.
    • Develop solutions for supply shortages and optimize resource allocation.
    • Lead the team to develop accurate forecasts for sales, packaging, and commodities.
    • Oversee and delegate order allocation strategy.
    • Direct team to utilize data analytics to improve forecasting accuracy.
    • Identify and implement process improvements.
    • Communicate planning strategies to the executive team.
    • Collaborate with other departments for alignment.
    • Represent the planning department in cross-functional meetings.
    • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
    • Prepare and present regular reports on planning performance.
    • Resolve escalated issues and discrepancies.

    Requirements

    • Bachelor's degree in agriculture business administration or a related field.
    • Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in management, demand and supply planning within the agricultural industry.
    • Strong leadership and team management skills.
    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
    • Demonstrated capacity to work well with others, strong organizational and communication skills, and service-focused attitude.
    • Proficiency with Famous software preferred.
    • Proficient in Microsoft applications (Excel, Outlook, Word, PowerPoint).

    Estimated Salary

    $120,000 - $180,000 per annum

    About the Company

    A leading producer of fresh produce seeking a seasoned leader to drive strategic growth and innovation.

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