Vice President, Global Planning & Analytics

Overview

Johnsonville

Location:

Global Headquarters

At Johnsonville, we don’t have “bosses.” Instead, we have “coaches.” Coaches are leaders who are truly committed to and invested in the growth and development of our Members and the organization. Those coaches who are world-class talent are the people we need for our executive team. We draw on people with a variety of experiences and backgrounds for these roles, as they are charged with working cross-functionally to guide our strategic vision, doing what’s right to grow the company and our Members.

Position Overview

In today’s dynamic protein market, settling for “good enough” planning isn’t an option. At Johnsonville, we’re looking for a visionary leader who can build out our Global Planning & Analytics team into a strategic engine that drives growth and strengthens our competitive edge.

As Vice President of Global Planning & Analytics, you’ll connect big-picture strategy with everyday execution. You’ll lead the charge to implement Class A Integrated Business Planning (IBP), making sure every decision—from sourcing livestock to getting product on shelves—is smart, data-driven, and built to thrive in any market condition. Your mission: transform planning into a competitive advantage that drives EBITDA and strengthens Johnsonville’s leadership in the protein space.

• Act as the “Single Source of Truth,” aligning Sales, Operations, and Finance under a unified One-Johnsonville Plan
• Advance beyond basic S&OP into Integrated Business Planning (IBP), where the 24-month demand plan drives the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and Cap Ex strategy
• Solve the unique challenge of balancing demand for specific cuts with whole-animal utilization—optimizing total value across the entire protein portfolio
• Chair the Strategic Business Review, presenting high-stakes trade-offs and “What-If” scenarios to Johnsonville’s Executive Leadership
• Drive the cultural and process transformation to achieve Oliver Wight Class A standards, instilling accountability and forward-looking visibility across the organization
• Develop a rapid response capability to simulate and assess the financial impact of critical business events and major disruptions—ready to deliver insights within hours
• Direct the Product Management Review (PMR) to eliminate underperforming SKUs and optimize the mix for maximum margin and minimal waste
• Govern critical KPIs including Forecast Bias/Accuracy, Plan-to-Profit Variance, Total Inventory Health, and Customer Fill Rates
• Coach and develop the team’s capabilities, building a strong talent pipeline for future Planning leaders—equipped with deep business acumen that bridges manufacturing operations and financial strategy

• Related bachelor’s degree or master’s degree required
• APICS (CSCP/CPIM) or Oliver Wight certification is a significant advantage

• Minimum of 15 years in CPG or Manufacturing industries, required
• Protein or food industry experience, strongly preferred
• Minimum of 7 years leading IBP/S&OP at a $2B+ scale, required
• Deep understanding of "short-cycle" manufacturing and multi-channel distribution (Retail, Food service, International), required
• Expert-level knowledge of Oliver Wight methodologies and advanced planning ecosystems (e.g., o9 Solutions)

• Technology & Digital Enablement – Strong knowledge of advanced planning ecosystems (e.g., o9 Solutions experience preferred) and emerging analytics technologies to drive agility and resilience.
• Global Planning Expertise – Extensive experience managing complex, international planning environments with sensitivity to regional nuances, regulatory requirements, and market dynamics.
• Enterprise Leadership – Aligns multi-year planning strategies with enterprise objectives; empowers cross-functional leaders and ensures accountability across global operations.
• Trustworthiness – Operates with transparency and unquestionable integrity; builds strong, trusting relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Strategic Planning & Analytics – Expert at connecting long-term enterprise goals with short-term planning priorities. Strong analytical mindset to drive data-informed decisions and optimize…