Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer - To Apply, Send Email to
Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer - To Apply, Send Email to email protected Supply Chain Chicago, Illinois Description Work.
Serve.
Thrive.
Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in peoples' lives.
Working at Feeding America is a uniquely rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission.
We are innovative, mission-focused, diverse, collaborative, values-driven and focused on results.
We are a national, nonprofit organization and the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity.
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, our mission is to feed America's hungry through a nationwide network of member food banks and engage our country in the fight to end hunger.
To express your interest in this role please email email protected .
All nominations, inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
The Opportunity At this critical moment in its history, Feeding America is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven executive to serve as the Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer (DCSCO).
Partnering closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the DCSCO will define, develop and execute strategies that enable Feeding America and its network of members to source and distribute enough nutritious food for people facing hunger in America.
This leader will direct the operation of the supply chain function including food industry partnerships, agricultural partnerships, logistics and purchasing.
The DCSCO will maximize existing food donor partnerships and develop new channels and categories.
Working with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the DCSCO will strengthen the network's capability and culture to seize new strategic opportunities and to be good hunger-relief partners to national donors and to each other.
The DCSCO will serve as a member of the Supply Chain Department's Leadership Team.
The current Chief Supply Chain Officer at Feeding America has announced his retirement in 2021.
It is fully expected that the Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer will transition to lead several key functions within the first three to six months and assume the role within twelve, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and leading a team of 45.
Salary Range:
$230,000 to $250,000
Based on Experience Key responsibilities of the DCSCO include:
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to lead the development of food sourcing strategies that enable continued progress towards closing the meal gap and increasing the availability of nutritious food in the Feeding America network by diversifying food sourcing by channel (i.
e.
agricultural production, retail, manufacturing, purchased, and small format) and category (i.
e.
produce, protein and dairy products).
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to create and pursue a shared supply chain innovation agenda by working with network members in consultation with the National Council to develop, test and scale new capabilities designed to open new channels and product categories of high value to people facing hunger.
Partner with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the Innovation Team and the Equity, Access and Opportunity team to evolve traditional food distribution models in order to increase access to nutritious food in high-need communities and populations.
Build strategic relationships within food and broader grocery produce industries, positioning the Feeding America network as a food-waste solution and hunger-relief partner.
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to align members to leverage collective strengths and abilities for securing additional products at lowest possible costs across channels.
Partner with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, SVP IT, CFO and Member Business Solutions Council to identify and implement technologies that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the network's supply chain and logistics processes.
Guide the development and execution of a national food procurement program that helps members access at the lowest-possible cost those high-demand products that are rarely donated.
Create a team-based, continuous improvement-oriented work environment that is focused on providing excellent customer service to donors and network members while keeping people facing hunger at the center of Feeding America's decisions.
Lead change both internally and across Feeding America's 200
member food banks via extensive information sharing and advisory services related to food sourcing, logistics and distribution working collaboratively with the strategic network capacity and government relations teams.
Partner with the Chief Development Officer and Development Team to raise funds for Supply Chain initiatives and innovation.
As appropriate, serve as a spokesperson for Feeding America to help raise awareness of Feeding America's mission to various key stakeholder audiences.
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to define, set, track and report on measurable departmental goals aligned with board outcomes and supporting strategies, while maintaining costs within departmental budget.
Ensure activities comply with all federal, state and local laws and that no action will jeopardize the organization's tax-exempt status or compromise the organization's high ethical standards.
Invest in and develop the professional capabilities of Supply Chain Department staff to create a best-in-class organization.
Maintain inter-departmental communications and relationships and participate on projects and special task forces as needed.
Foundational Principles Candidates must meet the following foundational requirements:
A Passion for the Mission The DCSCO will have a passion for the mission of Feeding America and a commitment to ending hunger.
This leader will embrace the core values of the organization and its commitment to transforming the lives of those in need.
The DCSCO will flourish in a mission-driven, business environment.
This leader will be energized working in a national organization while continually innovating to help expand the reach of Feeding America.
This executive will have a collaborative spirit and will be an empathic leader, treating others with respect.
This leader will be an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics and values; someone who can be trusted without reservation.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The DCSCO will play a critical role in prioritizing equity as a driver for Feeding America.
This leader will embrace principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in word and action, including hiring, mentorship, teambuilding, network activities and stakeholder engagement.
The DCSCO will actively focus on building equity into structures, systems, operating goals and processes for employees and the communities Feeding America serves.
The DCSCO will bring expertise, an innovative and open mindset, and a commitment to inclusive practices that value different backgrounds and life experiences and allows everyone to bring their authentic self to work.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Strategic & Visionary Leadership The DCSCO will have a proven record of developing a vision and strategy and converting that into effective execution.
This leader will have the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including the Feeding America team and key network stakeholders, around a vision and plan and ensure everyone understands their role in execution.
The DCSCO will be skilled at building plans and goals to solve complex problems and address long term challenges/opportunities.
This leader will be an innovative and enthusiastic self-starter who can position Feeding America for the future.
The DCSCO will be a visionary and naturally elevate ideas to the next level.
A Transformational & Inspirational Leader The DCSCO will have a proven track record leading and elevating a team and function through a period of growth and transformation.
With a hands-on approach, the DCSCO will bring an approachable, transparent and consistent style of leadership.
This leader will build authentic and meaningful connections with staff, food bank members, donors and other key stakeholders, with a strong ability to lead through influence.
This executive will be successful at orchestrating strategic processes and leading a team to execute on organizational goals and to ensure accountability and high standards for staff deliverables, while providing staff with a mission-driven work environment and professional growth opportunities.
Confident yet humble, this executive will be a strong leader, communicator and collaborator.
This leader will have the ability to develop a powerful sense of shared purpose in others and motivate them to engage on the opportunities ahead.
Operational Acumen & Results Orientation The DCSCO will bring experience running and scaling operations in a complex, geographically dispersed context.
The DCSCO will also bring a broad functional understanding and apply that knowledge to shape strategic and operational decisions and ensure that Feeding America's supply chain and operations are run efficiently and effectively, proactively identifying opportunities and potential challenges and threats for Feeding America.
This executive will have the ability to conceptualize and analyze problems and solutions in a proactive, constructive and creative manner that will result in improved performance across the organization.
The DCSCO will bring a strong understanding of technology and be comfortable working closely with technology teams and a highly technical staff.
This leader will leverage data and analytics to measure outcomes and support the achievement of evolving business strategies.
Additional Information The successful DCSCO candidate will be willing and able to do a significant amount of domestic travel.
Feeding America embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity.
Its goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.
Salary:
$11.
77 - $19.
29.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Serve.
Thrive.
Imagine a place where your talent can make a meaningful difference in peoples' lives.
Working at Feeding America is a uniquely rewarding experience in which our employees work together as vital parts of a much larger mission.
We are innovative, mission-focused, diverse, collaborative, values-driven and focused on results.
We are a national, nonprofit organization and the nation's leading domestic hunger-relief charity.
Located in the heart of downtown Chicago, our mission is to feed America's hungry through a nationwide network of member food banks and engage our country in the fight to end hunger.
To express your interest in this role please email email protected .
All nominations, inquiries and discussions will be considered strictly confidential.
The Opportunity At this critical moment in its history, Feeding America is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven executive to serve as the Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer (DCSCO).
Partnering closely with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the DCSCO will define, develop and execute strategies that enable Feeding America and its network of members to source and distribute enough nutritious food for people facing hunger in America.
This leader will direct the operation of the supply chain function including food industry partnerships, agricultural partnerships, logistics and purchasing.
The DCSCO will maximize existing food donor partnerships and develop new channels and categories.
Working with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the DCSCO will strengthen the network's capability and culture to seize new strategic opportunities and to be good hunger-relief partners to national donors and to each other.
The DCSCO will serve as a member of the Supply Chain Department's Leadership Team.
The current Chief Supply Chain Officer at Feeding America has announced his retirement in 2021.
It is fully expected that the Deputy Chief Supply Chain Officer will transition to lead several key functions within the first three to six months and assume the role within twelve, reporting directly to the Chief Operating Officer and leading a team of 45.
Salary Range:
$230,000 to $250,000
Based on Experience Key responsibilities of the DCSCO include:
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to lead the development of food sourcing strategies that enable continued progress towards closing the meal gap and increasing the availability of nutritious food in the Feeding America network by diversifying food sourcing by channel (i.
e.
agricultural production, retail, manufacturing, purchased, and small format) and category (i.
e.
produce, protein and dairy products).
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to create and pursue a shared supply chain innovation agenda by working with network members in consultation with the National Council to develop, test and scale new capabilities designed to open new channels and product categories of high value to people facing hunger.
Partner with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, the Innovation Team and the Equity, Access and Opportunity team to evolve traditional food distribution models in order to increase access to nutritious food in high-need communities and populations.
Build strategic relationships within food and broader grocery produce industries, positioning the Feeding America network as a food-waste solution and hunger-relief partner.
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to align members to leverage collective strengths and abilities for securing additional products at lowest possible costs across channels.
Partner with the Chief Supply Chain Officer, SVP IT, CFO and Member Business Solutions Council to identify and implement technologies that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the network's supply chain and logistics processes.
Guide the development and execution of a national food procurement program that helps members access at the lowest-possible cost those high-demand products that are rarely donated.
Create a team-based, continuous improvement-oriented work environment that is focused on providing excellent customer service to donors and network members while keeping people facing hunger at the center of Feeding America's decisions.
Lead change both internally and across Feeding America's 200
member food banks via extensive information sharing and advisory services related to food sourcing, logistics and distribution working collaboratively with the strategic network capacity and government relations teams.
Partner with the Chief Development Officer and Development Team to raise funds for Supply Chain initiatives and innovation.
As appropriate, serve as a spokesperson for Feeding America to help raise awareness of Feeding America's mission to various key stakeholder audiences.
Work with the Chief Supply Chain Officer to define, set, track and report on measurable departmental goals aligned with board outcomes and supporting strategies, while maintaining costs within departmental budget.
Ensure activities comply with all federal, state and local laws and that no action will jeopardize the organization's tax-exempt status or compromise the organization's high ethical standards.
Invest in and develop the professional capabilities of Supply Chain Department staff to create a best-in-class organization.
Maintain inter-departmental communications and relationships and participate on projects and special task forces as needed.
Foundational Principles Candidates must meet the following foundational requirements:
A Passion for the Mission The DCSCO will have a passion for the mission of Feeding America and a commitment to ending hunger.
This leader will embrace the core values of the organization and its commitment to transforming the lives of those in need.
The DCSCO will flourish in a mission-driven, business environment.
This leader will be energized working in a national organization while continually innovating to help expand the reach of Feeding America.
This executive will have a collaborative spirit and will be an empathic leader, treating others with respect.
This leader will be an individual of unquestioned integrity, ethics and values; someone who can be trusted without reservation.
Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion The DCSCO will play a critical role in prioritizing equity as a driver for Feeding America.
This leader will embrace principles of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in word and action, including hiring, mentorship, teambuilding, network activities and stakeholder engagement.
The DCSCO will actively focus on building equity into structures, systems, operating goals and processes for employees and the communities Feeding America serves.
The DCSCO will bring expertise, an innovative and open mindset, and a commitment to inclusive practices that value different backgrounds and life experiences and allows everyone to bring their authentic self to work.
Candidate Profile The ideal candidate will have the following professional and personal qualities, skills, and characteristics:
Strategic & Visionary Leadership The DCSCO will have a proven record of developing a vision and strategy and converting that into effective execution.
This leader will have the ability to engage diverse stakeholders, including the Feeding America team and key network stakeholders, around a vision and plan and ensure everyone understands their role in execution.
The DCSCO will be skilled at building plans and goals to solve complex problems and address long term challenges/opportunities.
This leader will be an innovative and enthusiastic self-starter who can position Feeding America for the future.
The DCSCO will be a visionary and naturally elevate ideas to the next level.
A Transformational & Inspirational Leader The DCSCO will have a proven track record leading and elevating a team and function through a period of growth and transformation.
With a hands-on approach, the DCSCO will bring an approachable, transparent and consistent style of leadership.
This leader will build authentic and meaningful connections with staff, food bank members, donors and other key stakeholders, with a strong ability to lead through influence.
This executive will be successful at orchestrating strategic processes and leading a team to execute on organizational goals and to ensure accountability and high standards for staff deliverables, while providing staff with a mission-driven work environment and professional growth opportunities.
Confident yet humble, this executive will be a strong leader, communicator and collaborator.
This leader will have the ability to develop a powerful sense of shared purpose in others and motivate them to engage on the opportunities ahead.
Operational Acumen & Results Orientation The DCSCO will bring experience running and scaling operations in a complex, geographically dispersed context.
The DCSCO will also bring a broad functional understanding and apply that knowledge to shape strategic and operational decisions and ensure that Feeding America's supply chain and operations are run efficiently and effectively, proactively identifying opportunities and potential challenges and threats for Feeding America.
This executive will have the ability to conceptualize and analyze problems and solutions in a proactive, constructive and creative manner that will result in improved performance across the organization.
The DCSCO will bring a strong understanding of technology and be comfortable working closely with technology teams and a highly technical staff.
This leader will leverage data and analytics to measure outcomes and support the achievement of evolving business strategies.
Additional Information The successful DCSCO candidate will be willing and able to do a significant amount of domestic travel.
Feeding America embraces a philosophy that recognizes and values diversity.
Its goal is to attract, develop, retain and promote a talented diverse workforce in a culture where all employees will contribute to their fullest potential.
Salary:
$11.
77 - $19.
29.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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