Senior Supply Chain Director in Sterling, VA - Full Time - Onsite Role

GD Resources•Sterling, VA

11d•$118,600•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Director of Supply Chain to lead, optimize, and elevate end-to-end supply chain operations in a meat manufacturing environment. This role oversees procurement, production planning, logistics, warehousing, inventory management, and distribution. The ideal candidate brings deep meat production experience, strong strategic vision, and expertise driving operational excellence, cost savings, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
Minimum 7 years of supply chain/logistics experience, with at least 3+ years in a leadership role
Food manufacturing experience required — must include meat manufacturing (strict requirement)
Strong understanding of supply chain principles, procurement, logistics, and production operations
Familiarity with ERP systems, regulatory compliance, food safety, and quality standards
Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making capabilities
Proven ability to develop strategic plans and deliver measurable operational improvements

Nice To Haves

Experience in manufacturing environments strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Develop and execute long-term supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals
Oversee and optimize transportation, warehousing, inventory, and distribution operations
Collaborate closely with manufacturing, operations, and sales teams to align production with demand forecasts
Lead cross-functional coordination to support seamless communication and execution
Manage sourcing strategies for raw materials, packaging, and indirect goods
Monitor logistics performance, identify inefficiencies, and implement corrective actions
Ensure compliance with regulatory, safety, and food quality standards (including meat production standards)
Maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring optimal cost, quality, and delivery performance
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement, material planning, and supply chain integration
Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to supply chain teams
Partner with finance, quality assurance, and operations teams to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners