Director of Hog Procurement
3 weeks ago
If you are currently employed at Smithfield, please log into Workday and submit your application through the Jobs Hub. A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We're an $18 billion U.S. food company with more than 54,000 employees worldwide. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us. Join our family today. Apply NowYour OpportunityOur team members receive industry-competitive salaries and are eligible for great benefits packages: Competitive PayAnnual Bonus Earning PotentialComprehensive Health Insurance, Retirement Benefits and MoreEducation benefit available to full and part time Smithfield team members on their first day of employment.Open to moving? We will help Ask about our Relocation Assistance packagesIn addition, we offer opportunities for career growth, professional development, and tuition assistance. The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.
The Director, Hog Procurement is responsible for leading a team that manages all functions in the area of hog procurement, directing multiple plants' supply needs for livestock at a competitive cost. This position directs team members engaged in the purchasing and receipt of livestock, and ensures processes are handled in an appropriate and humane manner according to company policies and USDA regulations. This role works in coordination with the Smithfield procurement team to optimize hog supply purchasing. The individual in this role will be critical in building and maintaining relationships with hog producers / suppliers in the Midwest. Core ResponsibilitiesOversee and manage hog procurement functions for Smithfield Fresh Pork Plants. Provide leadership and assist in development of staff not only at the plant but across the SFD Hog Procurement Team. Oversight of key areas such as committed hog supply, scheduling at the plants, hog cost and hog pricing mechanisms, following budgets and harvest plans etc.Build and maintain relationships with hog producers / suppliers in the Midwest. Must be engaged with the hog producer community. Critical to cultivate long-term business relationships with current and prospective suppliers.Play active role in supporting and training the hog procurement / buyer team. Work alongside buyers in contract negotiations etc. and help buyers continue to build rapport with producers across the Midwest.Work alongside other members of the Hog Procurement Management Team to determine necessary key metrics to track / benchmark enabling the team to meet business goals/objectives. Responsibility for this team to develop, provide and update agreed upon consistent key metrics in standardized reporting across all fresh pork plants on daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and annual basis depending on report. This team will design, implement and manage these reports and the information in them prior to distribution.Play an active role in the preparation of bids, proposals and hog supplier agreements. Responsible for monitoring and ensuring agreed upon obligations are met between both Smithfield and suppliers.Manage and promote plant specific and regulatory compliance requirements to employees, suppliers, and truckers, providing emphasis on those pertaining to USDA Packers and Stockyards Program and the USDA FSIS Humane Handling regulations.Gather necessary pork industry intelligence and share with the Hog Procurement Team. Supports current and future databases with updated supplier information, production knowledge and competitor analysis as needed.Promote and build the Smithfield brand through Key Supplier & Industry meetings, conventions and other opportunities in the Midwest.Understand and interpret hog and pork markets.Utilize technology to demonstrate where opportunities exist to improve business. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions. Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in animal science, agricultural business, agricultural economics, economics, business or related field and 10+ years of relevant experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.5+ years of demonstrated experience in team management and development is requiredPrior knowledge of the pork or food industry. Being well connected in the US hog and pork industry is strongly preferred.Knowledge of accounting, inventory, manufacturing and ordering process.Truckers Quality Assurance Advisor Training, preferred.Pork Quality Assurance-Certification or Advisor, preferred.USDA bondable.Knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.Economic and math skills, and the ability to analyze information and data.Strong business and negotiating skills.Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated ability to influence the organization at the most senior levels.Demonstrated financial acumen, strategic thinking, project leadership, and talent development.The ability to work through complex, unstructured problems.High level of written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, organizational planning, teamwork, analytical reasoning, and adaptability.Possess strong ability to build and maintain relationships.Independent decision-making abilities.Must be an all-around good communicator.Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment.Must be able to travel 30% or more of the time.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesCarries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.Work Environment and Physical Demands The work environment characteristics & physical demands described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The plant environment will include wet or humid conditions (non-weather related), extreme cold and heat (non-weather related), working near moving mechanical parts, exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and chemicals.EEO/AA InformationSmithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.
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