Milk Procurement, Farm Practices & Dairy Sustainability Manager

Glanbia•Twin Falls, ID

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Milk Procurement, Farm Practices & Dairy Sustainability Manager to lead our supplier relationships with dairy farms and ensure a reliable, high-quality, and cost-effective milk supply. This role plays a critical part in supporting plant operations while advancing sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives across our dairy network.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with a minimum of five years related experience; or equivalent level of education and experience.
Minimum of ten years direct dairy experience with a working knowledge of dairy operation
Good understanding of animal husbandry practices
Maintain NMPF FARM certified evaluator
Ability to speak Spanish is a plus due to potentially working with Spanish only speaking dairy employees.
Ability to prioritize tasks and handle multiply projects simultaneously and delegate assignments to others.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill. Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.

Nice To Haves

Ability to speak Spanish is a plus due to potentially working with Spanish only speaking dairy employees.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with dairy farm suppliers to ensure consistent milk supply to the plant
Coordinate supply planning to meet production needs and manage seasonal variability
Serve as the primary point of contact for farm partners and resolve supply issues
Ensure farms meet quality, regulatory, and animal welfare standards
Partner with Quality and Operations teams to address and resolve issues
Support implementation of farm practice standards across the supplier network
Drive dairy sustainability initiatives, including environmental and farm practice programs
Partner with farms to improve operational and sustainability outcomes
Support corporate ESG goals and reporting requirements
Support milk pricing, supplier agreements, and cost optimization efforts
Monitor market trends and supply dynamics to inform procurement strategies