Vice President of Supply Chain Planning

Summary

Join Vital Farms as their Vice President of Supply Chain Planning and become a key contributor to the Operations Leadership Team (OLT). Oversee and optimize end-to-end supply chain processes, including planning, customer service, logistics, warehousing, and ERP systems. Develop and execute supply chain strategies to ensure product availability, minimize stockouts, and optimize inventory levels. Lead and mentor a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous learning. Work cross-functionally with other departments to enhance operations and support growth. This role requires strong leadership experience in the food industry and expertise in supply chain management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field (MBA or relevant advanced degree preferred)
• 12+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role within the food industry
• Experience leading and developing a large team of supply chain professionals across IBP, Supply Chain planning, Customer Supply Chain, and Logistics
• Ability to travel up to 25% domestically for meetings and to visit warehouses, production facilities, and logistics hubs, etc
• Proven expertise in supply chain planning, logistics, warehousing, customer service, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDE, Microsoft Dynamics 365 F&O)
• Strong understanding of the food industry’s unique supply chain challenges, including perishable goods, inventory management, and regulatory compliance
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and implement actionable insights
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively

Responsibilities

• Act as an owner for the Operations team on all capacity and supply projections, shaping the strategy and bringing thought leadership (e.g. leading the Supply Review under Integrated Business Planning (IBP))
• Lead the development and execution of effective supply planning strategies to ensure product availability, minimize stockouts, and optimize inventory levels across all product lines
• Oversee the customer service team to ensure on-time delivery, order accuracy, and exceptional customer support. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance customer satisfaction and strengthen relationships with key accounts
• Manage the logistics operations to ensure efficient transportation, timely deliveries, and cost-effective solutions. Collaborate with third-party providers to improve service levels and reduce transportation costs
• Optimize warehousing in conjunction with Operations, including storage, order picking, packing, and shipping, ensuring efficient use of space and resources. Monitor inventory levels to minimize waste and manage product rotation
• Ensure the effective implementation, and optimization of the ERP system to support seamless supply chain operations. Work with IT and cross-functional teams to integrate ERP system enhancements, improve data accuracy, and streamline processes
• Work closely with senior leadership, sales, marketing, FP&A, and production teams to align supply chain strategies with business goals, building enterprise-wide collaboration. Communicate key supply chain performance metrics to internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across departments
• Inspire, lead and mentor a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning. Develop talent through training, coaching, and career growth opportunities

Preferred Qualifications

• You’re no hero – You know the power of teamwork and celebrate the work of others before your own
• You give a sh*t – You believe in acting like an owner and making Vital Farms a place to be proud of
• You raise the standards – You know growth can be hard, but you strive to improve yourself and others each day
• You can walk in someone else’s boots – You seek to understand other’s viewpoints and think that you get to better answers by sitting on the same side of the table
• You don’t walk on eggshells – You’re not afraid to leave the bullsh*t behind and have honest conversations

Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, and Paid Parental Leave, just to name a few)
• Generous retirement contributions: 401(k) + 3% Contribution from Day 1
• Annual bonus and equity grant (subject to business results and company approval)
• Free eggs and butter, along with friends and family discounts
• Professional development opportunities and an amazing team dedicated to your growth