Remote Supply Development Manager bei Select Milk Producers

Select Milk Producers is one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, with 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 12 processing plants, and 8 joint ventures including Fair Oaks Farms, Continental Dairy Facilities, Continental Dairy Facilities Southwest, Mill Haven Foods, Select Custom Solutions, GreenLink and Select Services. With over 1,000 employees, the Select Milk family of companies impacts all aspects of the dairy farm business and at the heart of our family of companies, is you.

"We strive to go above and beyond what’s expected in providing for our families, leading our employees, caring for our land and animals, serving our customers, producing quality milk, and serving one another. This commitment is more than our business, it’s in our culture and our character. We believe in being accountable, in doing what’s right, in performing at our best, in setting a higher standard."

Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that includes but is not limited to medical, vision, dental, life insurance, and more that can be tailored for you and your family. Other benefits for eligible employees include 401(k) up to 6% company match, life and disability insurance, and paid holidays & vacation. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.

Premiere Source, Inc.

Position:   Supply Development Manager

Location:   Remote

FLSA:    Salary, Exempt

Direct Reports: None currently

Percent of Travel: 40-50%

About Us

Premiere Source, Inc. is proud to partner with Select Milk Producers, one of the nation’s largest and most progressive dairy cooperatives, dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Established in 1994 and headquartered in Dallas, Select Milk has earned a reputation for innovation in several areas including animal health, environmental stewardship, and overall business practices, including new product development. With over 1,000 employees, 110 family-owned dairies, 32 wholly owned subsidiaries, 12 processing plants, and eight joint ventures with other major food/beverage producers, the company generated $3 billion in annual revenue and produced over 9.8 billion pounds of milk last year.

Position Summary

The Supply Development Manager is a key role that oversees relationships with the dairies that supply colostrum and supports the overall colostrum sourcing strategy of the cooperative. This role provides recommendations to the cooperative leadership. This position is predominantly an “in-field” role, requiring significant routine travel to various geographies where our supply is currently sourced and major dairy areas where we aim to develop future supply.

The ideal candidate will combine a deep understanding of dairy operations with a proven ability to build programs from the ground up. This position will provide on-farm technical support to help dairy producers maintain and improve the quality of colostrum. This role will also support the supply chain team, assisting with the optimization of dairy collection operations and logistics. This is a unique opportunity to play a critical role in driving innovation and growth for our cooperative in this emerging market.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary point of contact for existing suppliers, addressing issues or concerns and facilitating communication between the cooperative and supplying dairies.

• Build and manage strong working relationships with the management teams at supplying dairies to ensure effective communication on all facets of the supply, including projected quantities, quality, and payment.

• Partner closely with the supply chain team and dairy management to optimize logistics

• Support and advise supplying dairies on colostrum collection strategies, identifying opportunities to improve processes for the cows, the dairy, and the cooperative.

• Develop and implement on-farm testing protocols to ensure colostrum quality and compliance with industry standards.

• Establish and enforce colostrum handling procedures to maintain the highest levels of product integrity from farm to processing.

• Develop professional working relationships with potential future supplying dairies and sign them up to supplier contracts to grow the total volume of colostrum supply to meet the demand needs of the drying operation.

• Develop and enforce quality policies for farms, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and industry best practices. Partner closely with the processing plant operations to support in-plant testing protocols

• Use independent judgment to analyze data and make recommendations for changes to support significant business initiatives.

• Prepare and present operational, quality, and supply forecast updates in written and verbal formats to senior leadership.

• Monitor and analyze the colostrum supply to ensure an adequate supply and the highest quality of that supply.

• Partner with senior management to assess current processes and identify process improvement opportunities.

Required Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Dairy Science, Animal Science, Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.

• Experience with dairy farm production systems.

• Seasoned dairy industry participant who has knowledge of other marketing entities and experience with cooperative businesses.

• Knowledge of colostrum collection and dairy farming practices is a plus.

• Experience implementing and managing quality assurance programs related to dairy supply.

• Understanding of quality risk management and best practices for dairy, including farm testing procedures and compliance with food safety regulations.

Competencies and Characteristics Required

• Strategic thinking with the ability to execute operationally.

• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills.

• Passion for educating and collaborating with dairy farmers.

• Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities.

• Problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement in quality.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Ability to primarily work independently without immediate supervisor oversight and as part of a larger cross-functional team.

• Ability to develop and oversee colostrum quality assurance programs, ensuring adherence to industry standards.

• Ability to use Microsoft products effectively to accomplish various communication and measurement tasks.

Additional Requirements: This role requires a proactive individual who is comfortable working in the field and traveling frequently. The ideal candidate will have ability to travel routinely and work on-site with various dairies.

Minimum Requirements

• Must successfully complete a background check.

• Must have proof of legal authorization to work in the USA.

Physical Requirements

• May be required to sit or stand for extended periods of time and demonstrate manual dexterity while performing job duties.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk, see, and hear; use hands to handle objects, and reach with hands and arms.

• Must be able to concentrate for extended periods of time, paying attention to detail.

• Requires constant operation of standard office machines, including computers.

• Requires frequent ability to move freely about the office building.

Environment

• The environment is, at times, in an office setting but is also outside in all types of weather conditions while visiting existing or prospective dairy farms.

• The noise level in the work environment in the office is usually moderate but it can vary greatly depending on the external environment.

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Employees are expected to perform duties assigned and directed by management, which may be modified when deemed appropriate by management.

Select Milk Producers and its subsidiaries offer attractive compensation and a best-in-class benefits package that can be tailored for you and your family. We are proud to promote an equal employment opportunity workplace.