Assistant Hog Procurement & Animal Handling Manager

Smithfield Foods • Clinton, NC

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Plant Hog Procurement Business Manager at Smithfield, supports our Plant Hog Procurement Business Manager in meeting the plant's livestock supply needs at competitive costs. You'll help coordinate and direct activities related to purchasing and receiving livestock, ensuring all processes are followed to maintain humane handling of pigs in line with company policies and USDA regulations. Additionally, you'll have the opportunity to provide leadership and guidance in the facility with team members, in the field with suppliers, and at industry conferences, all while contributing to strengthening the Smithfield Brand. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dynamic team, make a tangible impact on operations, and grow within a leading company in the industry.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in animal science, agricultural business, agricultural economics, economics, business or related field and 3+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Experience acting as a lead by providing training, coaching or mentoring to less experienced staff or through managing a process or project.
• USDA bondable.
• Must be able to travel 10% or more of the time.

Nice To Haves

• Transport Quality Assurance-Advisor Training, preferred.
• Pork Quality Assurance-Certification or Advisor, preferred.
• Prior knowledge of the pork or food industry.
• Knowledge of accounting, inventory, manufacturing and ordering process.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Economic and math skills, and the ability to analyze information and data.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong business and negotiating skills.
• Independent decision making abilities.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assists with weekly scheduling and daily deliveries of animals to the facility.
• Maintains strong relationships with suppliers, plant operations, and the USDA.
• Tracks daily hog costs and freight.
• Compiles receiving data for departmental reports.
• Assumes responsibilities of the Business Manager or Hog Barn Supervisor in their absence.
• Keeps updated animal handling and safety training records.
• Oversees supervisors and daily operations related to humane handling, plant production, and animal identification.
• Represents the Company Brand in all interactions with management, producers, and industry partners.
• Drives a positive employee experience through leadership by way of employee development and coaching.

Benefits

• 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.
• Our partnership with GUILD supports your continuing education with tuition assistance covering English language learning and various certificate programs, while our leadership development initiatives nurture high-potential talent.
• For those looking to build specialized skills, we offer apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with focused learning.
• We also offer unique benefits like our Smithfield Scholarship Program for employees’ children.
• Smithfield’s Education Reimbursement Program provides financial reimbursement to team members who want to further their formal education by obtaining a GED/High School Equivalency (HSE) Diploma or by pursuing an academic degree at an accredited college or university that is not a Guild learning partner.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level