Jennie-O Manager- MRO, Housing and Inventory Control- Live Production

Hormel Foods Family of Companies•Willmar, MN

20d•$89,050 - $124,675•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for developing and managing business relationships with key Live Production suppliers, negotiating supplier agreements, optimizing inventory levels using data systems, and managing purchasing, inventory, and distribution processes to ensure compliance with company policies. The position supports Live Production operations and Project Engineering teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Agriculture, Operations Management, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, logistics, or related operations.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting Live Production or agricultural operations.
Experience managing supplier contracts and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Experience with company housing, property management, or facilities-related programs.
Advanced degree or professional certification in supply chain or operations management.
Must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful, permanent resident, or have authorization to work in the United States.
Applicants must not now, or in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa.

Responsibilities

Develop and manage business relationships with key Live Production suppliers in support of Live Production operations and Project Engineering teams.
Negotiate key supplier agreements and leverage company scale to secure preferred pricing and terms.
Utilize data systems to optimize inventory levels and maintain accurate inventory status and reporting.
Manage purchasing, inventory, and distribution processes to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures across Live Production operations.