Vice President, Global Procurement (Finance)

At Johnsonville, we don't have "bosses." Instead, we have "coaches." Coaches are leaders who are truly committed to and invested in the growth and development of our Members and the organization. Those coaches who are world-class talent are the people we need for our executive team. We draw on people with a variety of experiences and backgrounds for these roles, as they are charged with working cross-functionally to guide our strategic vision, doing what's right to grow the company and our Members. Johnsonville, LLC Vice President, Global Procurement Position Overview: Founded in 1945 by the Stayer family, Wisconsin-based Johnsonville has grown from a small-town butcher shop to become the No. 1 national sausage brand. The Vice President, Global Procurement, plays a critical role leading the team that sources and procures raw materials and ingredients to make Johnsonville's quality sausage products that are enjoyed around the world. Reporting to the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the Vice President, Global Procurement is responsible for leading all procurement activities throughout the global organization with the mission of supporting the company's business strategy by developing and managing a supply chain that enables a sustainable competitive advantage. The Vice President of Global Procurement provides high-level strategic direction and leadership in critical areas of sourcing and direct/indirect procurement within Johnsonville's Global Supply Chain organization. This position is responsible for coaching the global sourcing, co-manufacturing and Sustainable Swine Resources (SSR) teams. (SSR sells a wide range of harvest operations products including meat products, medical devices tissues, offal materials and pharmaceutical raw materials.) It is a great role for someone who has a passion for creating an environment that requires each of us to fully develop our God-given talents and help others do the same. The ideal candidate is someone who has a global mindset and enjoys working for a growth-minded organization that prioritizes learning, personal accountability, excellence and teamwork. At Johnsonville you will:

• Experience the freedom of a privately held company, where you can make decisions, act quickly, and empower others
• Work for a company with strong financial and brand strength, as well as a willingness to invest in the future
• Use the business to create and provide new learning and career opportunities for your team members and yourself

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement global sourcing and procurement strategies for $1B in spend on direct materials, indirect materials and services.
• Establish and manage relationships at the highest level with Johnsonville's supplier partners (supplier management), both domestically and internationally.
• Continuously work toward building a high-performance Sourcing team, which includes: Livestock Procurement, Meat Procurement, Ingredients Procurement, Packaging, Direct and Indirect Materials, Equipment and Services, Co-Manufacturing and Sustainable Swine Resources.
• Coach the team to develop their talents and master competencies required to create great relationships with partners that ensure long-term business and member success .
• Leveraging analytics, create and execute sourcing strategies that deliver the lowest cost of ownership in various geographies around the world.
• Manage the commodities forecasting process and advise business leaders of strategic risks and opportunities. (Our primary raw materials are sows and pork, but other proteins include beef, chicken and turkey.)
• Work with Supply Chain, R&D, Animal Welfare and Sustainability and business unit leaders (U.S., International, Foodservice) to develop and implement long-term strategies that meet business growth and profitability objectives.
• Act as an owner and steward of Johnsonville's product quality by ensuring that systems are in place to protect the Johnsonville brand and enhance customer and consumer satisfaction.
• Promote a culture of inclusiveness, teamwork and collaboration that allows the company culture (called the Johnsonville Way) to thrive and prosper throughout the organization.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Meat and Animal Science, Agricultural Economics or related field required; MBA preferred

Experience:

• Minimum of 12-15 years of procurement experience with at least 5-8 years leading a global procurement team in the food industry
• Experience in the pork processing industry from harvest through further processing required
• Intense level of curiosity, creativity, strategic thinking and drive for results
• Good understanding of raw material alternatives and total economics through processing and finished product
• Working knowledge of global commodity markets across all animal proteins
• Demonstrated personal growth and development throughout career
• Skilled at collaboration, teaching and transferring knowledge
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Skills and Competencies: The following competencies will be critical for success at Johnsonville.

• Strong Business Acumen - Negotiating skills and the ability to effectively build and manage trusting relationships with members and suppliers.
• Learning and Agility - Skilled at managing multiple priorities with the flexibility to adjust as needed.
• Innovation and Risk-Taking - Demonstrated ability to take risks to achieve results.

Coach: Chief Supply Chain Officer Travel: Up to 25% Location: Global Headquarters, Sheboygan Falls, WI (Our office is about an hour north of Milwaukee and an hour south of Green Bay) Benefits: Members have potential for a monthly bonus, 401k with a company match, non-qualified deferred compensation plan and long-term incentive program. Members also have access to terrific benefits including affordable medical, dental and vision coverage;flexible spending accounts; disability and life insurance; and fertility and adoption assistance. Johnsonville also offers competitive paid time off, including paid parental time off, as well as access to the 24/7 onsite fitness center, onsite medical clinic and tuition reimbursement! About our Company: Since 1945, our family-owned band of sausage-makers has invented better ways to make, eat and prepare crave-able sausage. Today, we are 3,000 Members strong. We sell our famous sausage in all 50 United States and more than 40 countries. We have a culture built on the idea that if we make developing your talents our top priority, great business results will follow naturally. We call it The Johnsonville Way. It has been our secret sauce for decades, and we hope you get to experience it for yourself! How to Apply: External Applicants: careers.johnsonville.com Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. Johnsonville is an equal opportunity employer, including Vet/Disability. We embrace the principles of Equal Opportunity Employment and do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic, including protected veteran and disability status.