Strategic Supply Planning Leader

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Smithfield, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Supply Planning Manager onsite in Smithfield, VA. You will lead a team of supply planners, align mid- to long-term supply plans with manufacturing and working capital needs, and optimize inventory across the distribution network.

You will drive metrics like order fill rate and Days on Hand while collaborating with business partners to mitigate risks and improve overall supply chain performance. Strong leadership and data-driven decision making are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience.
• 2+ years of team management or project leadership.
• Experience in supply planning, inventory control, logistics, and/or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Oversee master scheduling, product replenishment, and inventory metrics.
• Lead capacity planning and optimize production flow across the network.
• Collaborate with demand management, manufacturing, warehousing, and transportation teams.
• Drive KPI improvements such as order fill rate and working capital efficiency.

Skills

Team leadership

Supply planning

Inventory management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Logility

JDA

APO

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Supply Planning Manager onsite in Smithfield, VA. You will lead a team of supply planners, align mid- to long-term supply plans with manufacturing and working capital needs, and optimize inventory across the distribution network.

You will drive metrics like order fill rate and Days on Hand while collaborating with business partners to mitigate risks and improve overall supply chain performance. Strong leadership and data-driven decision making are essential.