Position Purpose & Summary

The Branded Feed Supply Chain Excellence Manager will provide leadership to the Feed Segment's overall efforts in building world-class supply chain capabilities that enable success in our business by operating in a safe, responsible and sustainable way to deliver on the brand promise to our customers across three growing product lines (Beef, Dairy & Aquaculture) within CSSTNA. This role will provide leadership in development of a continuous improvement culture, enable processes and systems using a comprehensive approach to support a highly integrated supply chain system, ensure the continued development of core supply chain capabilities within the Feed Segment, and enable digitalization and analytics to sustain and provide further capability in a growing organization.

Principal Accountabilities
40% Network Design, Continuous Improvement & Project Management: Identify, develop, execute & implement complex projects and process improvements in the supply chain organization to drive continuous improvement and enable growth across the organization. Examples include changes in the way our Supply Chain integrates at various stages from Plant Production all the way to Customer Experience (eg. customer service, supply chain planning, sourcing, plant operations and transportation & logistics). Develop a strong understanding of customer needs through building and maintaining internal & external relationships to provide optimal service to our customers through delivery of the brand promise.
35% Supply Chain Strategy, Design, & Optimization: Develop and implement a Supply Chain project portfolio management process in support of strategy and continuous improvement efforts across the branded feed organization Engage with product line leaders to understand key supply chain/customer touch points. Define and document precise actions and behaviors required to deliver a dynamic and desired customer experience across the organization. Ensure consistency and best practice sharing. Manage supply chain ACI initiatives. Provide oversight for motor carrier operations, unit train system, export supply chain, and ingredient freight.
20% Systems/Data Management, Reporting & Analysis: Develop & utilize extensive supply chain knowledge to navigate through data and technology challenges, upgrades and changes including but not limited to supply chain leadership in support of project NEX and SAP implementation. Implement, analyze and review scorecards and related KPI's for multiple areas of the integrated supply chain organization (e.g. Supply & Demand planning, customer service, transportation/logistics, etc) Develop, manage and track project plans while providing regular feedback to stakeholders.
15% People, Talent, Budget Management & Other: Coach direct reports and others to provide support and buy-in on Supply Chain strategy and continuous improvement. Remove barriers to ensure completion of project milestones and influence stakeholders to take necessary action for support. Develop knowledge and expertise of all supply chain related roles within the organization. Drive and track cost reduction and efficiency where appropriate. Member of the business leadership team. Additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.

Education, Experience, Skills

Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in business or technical field (supply chain management, engineering, business, finance or related)

Minimum 8 years business experience with at least 5 years in supply chain, process improvement, project management, or related field

Demonstrated experience leading project work and change management initiatives

Strong strategic and analytical skills; including experience in process mapping, project & program management, implementing and leading change

Ability to provide leadership and function well in a team-based collaborative work environment

Proven problem solving & effective decision-making skills

Demonstrated high level of commitment to customer care and related processes; relationship management

Demonstrated strong communication skills (written & verbal) with internal/external customers and multiple levels within the organization

Results drive- ability to take initiative, drive change, work with people, and to influence decision making across various teams and multiple levels within the organization

Strong business acumen, knowledge of P&L, finance & other metrics

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment, act with a sense of urgency and thrive in an ambiguous environment

Ability to travel up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters Level degree/MBA

• Broad end-to-end understanding of supply chain principles with deep expertise in network design and optimization

• Experience with SAP

• Knowledge of other tools (transportation, supply planning, demand planning, etc.) used to support supply chain execution

• Six Sigma and/or Lean certification

• Demonstrated experience leading project work in large scale projects

• APICS CPIM or CSCP certification

• Demonstrated ability and passion to learn and apply new concepts

• Demonstrated experience innovating processes/systems

Other relevant information to the position

Position is designed to allow for incumbent to develop strong expertise over multiple areas of the supply chain organization while using background & expertise to implement continuous improvement opportunities. Experience can prepare incumbents for future leadership roles within the Supply Chain organization.

This position is posted internally as well as externally.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• B.S. in Computer Science or a related technical discipline, or equivalent experience
  7+ years of software engineering, systems engineering or technical product/program management experience

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Job Title

Feed Mill Manager

Date Completed
9/22/2011

Identifier
1279

Completed By

Patricia Fitzgerald

Division/Location

Proteins

Reports to (Title)

Live Production Manager

Exempt/ Non-Exempt

Exempt

Job Summary

Manages the feed mill process to produce the required quantity and quality of feed to meet demands at the least cost in accordance with all regulatory guidelines. Ensures that employees follow food safety regulations. Responsible for providing a safe work environment for the feed mill staff.

Scope

Volume Managed, if applicable
10,000 tons of feed per week

Location(s)

Equity Group-Albany and Franklin, KY;

Headcount for Location, if known

Albany and Franklin, Kentucky- 1489

Number of Facilities Managed, if applicable
1 Feed Mill per position

Departmental Budget (annual) responsible for, if applicable

Live Production Manager

Does this position have authority for purchasing materials or signing contracts? (Yes or No)
1

If yes, please describe

$5,000 limit per purchase for equipment and supplies

of Employees Directly Managed

0

Title(s) of Employees Directly Managed

of Employees Indirectly Managed

approx. 20

Title(s) of Employees Indirectly Managed

If the position regularly directs two or more full-time employees, do they have authority to hire, fire, or give suggestions as to such which are frequently relied upon?

Principle

Accountabilities

Percentage of Time per Duty

Accountability description – Minor responsibilities should be grouped together so that each line represents at least 10% of time
30

Manages the feed mill process to ensure the production of the required quantity of feed to meet feed demands at the least cost. This includes managing the inventories and monitoring the electronic feed mill system to ensure the correct ingredient ratios are inputted for each of the different feed types.
30

Manages the feed mill process to ensure that quality feed is produced meeting all regulatory guidelines. Ensures that employees follow food safety guidelines and regulations. Keeps staff updated on food safety regulations.
20

Manages and plans the feed deliveries. Ensures that the correct amounts and types of feed are delivered on time to the farms.
20

Responsible for providing and ensuring a safe work environment for the feed mill staff.

Knowledge and Skill Requirements

A. Educational Background
1.Minimum Level of Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Area of Specialization / Degree

Justification for Education if higher than a bachelor's degree
2.Preferred Level of Education

Area of Specialization / Degree

B. Job-Related Experience

Minimum Level of Job-Related Experience Prior To The Current Job
5 years of experience in the feed mill industry including two years supervisory experience

Why is Level of Experience Required?

To acquire knowledge of feed mill processes, raw ingredients, food safety guidelines, etc.

C. Other Job-Related Skills/Background

List any licenses, certificates, registrations, or any relevant job skill or abilities not covered in the sections above that the incumbent has or that are required for the job.

Effective oral and written communication skills; Computer skills including MS Office Suite and feedmill database systems; Interpersonal skills; Organizational skills; Supervisory skills; Leadership skills

Communication

Requirements

List the person(s) being communicated with in addition to the type, level of sophistication, and frequency of the communication that are required by the job.

Communicate with direct reports about job tasks, daily; Communicate with truck drivers about scheduling, daily; Communication with the Live Production Manager about issues, concerns, updates about deliveries, etc.

Major Challenges

Challenge 1

Ensuring that the correct quantity of feed is produced to meet feed demands.

Problem-Solving Approach 1

Utilizes inventory management and planning skills.

Challenge 2

Ensure that quality feed is produced.

Problem-Solving Approach 2

Follows all food safety regulatory guidelines.

Challenge 3

Problem-Solving Approach 3

Other Information (Physical Requirements, Travel Requirements, On Call, etc)

Feed Mill Work Environment- dusty and noisy.

Employee: ___________________________________________________________________

Supervisor: ___________________________________________________________________

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.

Position Overview & Responsibilities:

This position will provide general support to the Feed Mill Plant Manager. This position will also be the contact person in the absence of the Feed Mill Plant Manager as needed.

Major Areas of Accountability:

Assist Plant Manager with the following:

• Be cross trained in the following areas as a backup and a trainer for new staff:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Ensure consistency and quality standards are met in the following areas:

• Grinding

• Batching

• Pelleting

• Receiving

• Bin Management

• Load out

• Perform and document product quality control processes as specified.

• Assist in scheduling preventative maintenance on milling equipment.

• Diagnose feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Perform daily inventory reconciliation.

• Manage daily ingredient inventories/submit ingredient orders.

• Ensure inventory management SOP is met.

• Responsible for the entering and printing of feed ingredient purchase orders and receipt of goods.

• Maintain formula files and reconcile drug usage on a daily basis.

• Submit ingredient and feed samples to lab and record results.

• Adhere to all safety protocols and advocate for a safe work environment.

• Participate in Safety Committee and conduct monthly department safety meetings

• Assist mill operations in diagnosing feed processing problems and make any necessary equipment adjustments.

• Responsible for all record keeping and ingredient audits required for HACCP Certification.

• Perform additional duties as assigned by Feed Plant Manager

• Support Plant Manager to improve processes and support company initiatives.

Driver Management/Employee Development:

• Assist in training new drivers/haulers as directed by Plant Manager

Feed Delivery:

• Responsible for scheduling daily feed delivery runs to reflect an organized and efficient delivery scheduling according to feed orders and plant requirements

• Work with Feed Ordering Department on changes, retrievals and overruns

Staff/Employee Development:

• Provide input and direction in the recruitment process

• Assist in development and supervision of mill employees

• Participate in development and execution of a strategic staffing plan for the Feed Mill.

• Assist in employee development training programs and monitor the use and effectiveness of the same.

• Utilize individual employee development planning processes to build and maximize human capital through use of the management development courses and regular performance feedback.