SVP, Supply Chain

Smithfield Support Services Corp; Suffolk (VA); Hybrid; USD 325,000 - 400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Be Well programs

Tuition assistance

Smithfield Scholarship Program

Job summary

Smithfield Foods is seeking an Enterprise Senior Leader to define and execute a multi-year supply chain strategy aligned to growth and margins. You will sit on the executive team, advise on network strategy and capital investments, and lead organizational design for a future-ready supply chain.

You will own network performance across transportation, warehousing, inventory and customer delivery, driving KPI targets and cost controls while balancing service and complexity for enterprise value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, supply chain or related field and 15+ years of senior supply chain leadership experience.
• 7+ years of team management/development experience is required.
• Proven track record of executive leadership influencing C-suite and board-level stakeholders.
• Deep expertise in logistics, warehousing, transportation and inventory strategy.
• Advanced knowledge of SAP, WMS, TMS, YMS and data/analytics platforms.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the multi-year supply chain strategy aligned to growth, margin and customer expectations.
• Lead executive leadership discussions on network strategy, capital investments and risk.
• Own network performance across transportation, warehousing, inventory and customer delivery.

Skills

Executive leadership

Supply chain strategy

Cross-functional leadership

Data analytics

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing/Business/Supply Chain

Tools

SAP

WMS

TMS

YMS

Analytics platforms

Job description

Have a seat at our table. When you join Smithfield, you become part of something special – a company that's sustainably feeding people around the world, producing good food the right way with respect for our people, animals, communities and planet. With opportunities across locations and functions, a culture grounded in our Core Four values - gratitude, communication, respect and accountability - and a strong commitment to learning, collaboration, and innovation, Smithfield offers challenging and rewarding careers where you can grow, contribute and make a real impact.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The below 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.

Enterprise Leadership & Strategy

• Define and execute the multi-year supply chain strategy aligned to business growth, margin expansion, and customer expectations
• Serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, advising on network strategy, capital investments, and operational risk
• Lead organizational design, capability building, and succession to ensure a high-performing, future-ready supply chain function

End-to-End Supply Chain Performance

• Own network performance across transportation, warehousing, inventory deployment, and customer delivery
• Deliver against critical KPIs: OTIF, cost-to-serve, inventory turns, service levels, and working capital
• Balance service, cost, and complexity tradeoffs to drive enterprise value

Network & Operational Excellence

• Optimize a national distribution network of owned and outsourced facilities, including cold chain operations
• Lead network design, capacity planning, and footprint optimization to support growth and improve efficiency
• Standardize processes across all sites to drive safety, quality, and productivity discipline

Transformation & Digital Enablement

• Sponsor and lead end-to-end supply chain transformation initiatives, including WMS, TMS, YMS, and advanced analytics
• Advance data-driven decision making, visibility tools, and automation to improve speed, accuracy, and cost
• Champion continuous improvement through Lean, Six Sigma, and emerging technologies

Strategic Partnerships

• Establish and manage executive-level relationships with 3PLs, carriers, and key external partners
• Drive vendor performance, contract optimization, and risk mitigation strategies
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, and IT to align supply chain execution with business priorities

Fleet & Transportation Leadership

• Oversee private fleet strategy, including utilization, cost optimization, safety, and compliance
• Evaluate make vs. buy strategies, routing optimization, and network flow efficiency
• Ensure industry-leading safety standards and regulatory compliance

Financial & Risk Accountability

• Own supply chain P&L, including freight, warehousing, and network costs
• Lead capital planning and ROI-driven investments across the network
• Identify and mitigate operational risks, ensuring continuity and resilience across the supply chain

WHAT WE’RE SEEKING:

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in marketing, business, supply chain or related field and 15+ years of progressive senior level supply chain leadership experience, including leading large, multi-site, complex operations in high-volume, perishable or CPG environments required.
• 7+ years of demonstrated experience in team management/development required.
• Demonstrated success in executive leadership roles, influencing C-suite and board-level stakeholders
• Proven track record of leading transformation, network optimization, and digital enablement initiatives
• Deep expertise in logistics, warehousing, transportation, and inventory strategy
• Advanced knowledge of SAP, WMS, TMS, YMS, and data/analytics platforms
• Willingness to travel (~30%) to drive alignment and operational excellence

OTHER SKILLS THAT MAKE YOU STAND OUT:

• Enterprise mindset—connects supply chain strategy to business growth and shareholder value
• Strong financial acumen, with experience managing large-scale P&Ls and capital investments
• Ability to lead through complexity and change, building alignment across diverse stakeholder groups
• Executive presence with strong communication and influencing skills
• Passion for building high-performing teams and scalable processes
• Track record of delivering measurable cost savings, service improvement, and operational transformation

The expected pay range for this position is $325,000 - $400,000 annually. Smithfield Foods provides pay ranges that reflect its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the company reasonably expects to pay for a position at the time of hire. Individual compensation will be determined based on several factors, including but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the role, location of the position, the candidate’s qualifications and experience, internal equity, external market pay for comparable positions and budget considerations. At Smithfield Foods, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive total rewards package. Learn more about our benefits package here.

Relocation Package Available Yes

Smithfield 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.

At Smithfield, good food starts with good people. "Good food. Responsibly.®" is more than just our tagline; it's what we do. We provide good jobs. We take good care of our animals. We are good stewards of the environment. We do good in our local communities. Smithfield is proud to offer robust, flexible and affordable benefit plans and programs to support our team members and their loved ones, and with out-of-pocket costs, on average, 20 percent less than plans offered by other employers. Beyond our medical plans, our Be Well programs offer tools and resources to enhance your quality of life, at no additional cost. These programs are uniquely tailored to our Smithfield team and provide support for elective surgeries, weight loss, mental health, cancer, kidney disease, diabetes, smoking cessation, asthma, maternity management and more. Our company invests in your future.

We offer comprehensive training and professional development programs designed to help you reach your full potential. Through LinkedIn Learning, employees can access on‑demand courses, professional certificates, and skill‑based training to build capabilities aligned with career and business needs. Our partnership with Guild supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning, high school completion, and degree programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high‑potential talent. We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.

Headquartered inSmithfield, Virginia,since 1936,Smithfield Foods, Inc. is an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. With a diverse brand portfolio and strong relationships with U.S. farmers and customers, we responsibly meet demand for quality protein around the world. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com. We believe in the power of protein to end food insecurity and have donated hundreds of millions of food servings to our communities. Smithfield boasts a portfolio of high-quality iconic brands, such as Smithfield®, Eckrich® and Nathan's Famous®, among many others. For more information, visit www.smithfieldfoods.com and connect with us on Facebook, X, formerly known as Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram.