Alltech - Supply Chain Specialist

We believe that every member of our team has a role in Working Together for a Planet of Plenty. We envision a sustainable world of abundance, made possible through new technologies and management practices, and the world’s most valuable infinite resource — human ingenuity. This role will make a difference by:
Being the front line of improving the health and performance of people, animals, and plants through nutrition and scientific innovation, manufacture, and distribution of top-quality feed and supplements. Making a positive impact on the animal, the consumer and the environment.

Made up of over 20 companies and dozens of brands around the world, the Alltech Family of Companies is aligning to provide smarter, more sustainable solutions for global nourishment.

As a Supply Chain Planner
, you will play a key role in ensuring a reliable and cost-effective supply of animal feed ingredients across multiple locations. Your focus will be on effective inventory management. You will analyze inventory, monitor supply risks, and collaborate closely with internal teams to support business goals and operational efficiency.

Inventory Management

Plan, manage, and optimize inventory levels across all locations to ensure product availability while minimizing excess stock.

Review usage trends, forecasts, and production requirements to align purchasing with future demand.

Proactively adjust inventory strategies based on seasonality, lead times, and market conditions.

Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors to ensure smooth and timely deliveries.

Monitor supplier performance through metrics such as on-time delivery, quality, and responsiveness.

Identify and address potential supply chain disruptions by developing contingency and backup sourcing plans.

Operational Execution

Process and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely approval.

Coordinate shipments and logistics to align with plant schedules and minimize freight costs.

Use available systems to maintain visibility on inventory levels, purchase orders, and in-transit shipments.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with operations, customer service, finance, and sales teams to align supply chain decisions with business needs.

Communicate market insights, risks, and opportunities to internal stakeholders to support strategic decision-making.

Identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supplier collaboration.

Support sustainability and quality initiatives related to ingredient sourcing and supply chain management.

• Master's degree in business administration (MBA), Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field.
• Experience with inventory optimization, forecasting, demand planning, and replenishment processes.
• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365, Power BI, or other business intelligence and planning tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, animal nutrition, feed, agriculture, or food production environments.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and drive operational efficiencies through data-driven decision making.

Alltech is an equal opportunity employer
. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.