Director of Supply Chain

LaSalle Network is seeking a Director of Supply Chain for a leading global food company in Evanston, IL. This role involves leading supply operations, focusing on S&OP, and aligning supply chain activities with business objectives. The ideal candidate should have experience in demand forecasting, inventory strategy, and team management, particularly in the food and beverage industry. Strong analytical skills and collaboration are essential for success in this position.
Are you a senior manager of supply chain looking to take the next step to a Director of Supply Chain? LaSalle Network is currently partnering with a leading global food company hiring for a Director of Supply Chain that offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of supply operations in a fast-paced, dynamic market. If you are a driven leader who thrives on structure, performance, and people development, we want to hear from you. As Director of Supply Chain, you will play a central role in leading the full scope of supply operations—from procurement to distribution—with a particular focus on S&OP. Your expertise will directly impact how our partner companies manage demand and forecast planning, while ensuring alignment with financial targets and production capabilities. You will be a trusted advisor and strategic driver of continuous improvement across the entire chain. Director of Supply Chain Responsibilities: The Director of Supply Chain will lead operational planning and execution, collaborating with key internal and external stakeholders. This role is critical for aligning supply chain activities with long-term business objectives. You will work across teams and systems to create clarity, reduce inefficiencies, and improve forecasting accuracy. - Lead and manage the end-to-end Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process - Align demand and supply forecasts with business goals and financial plans - Foster collaboration across departments to drive integrated planning decisions - Oversee supply planning, inventory control, and logistics coordination - Develop and mentor a high-performing supply chain team Director of Supply Chain Requirements: We are looking for a leader who combines operational expertise with strong analytical thinking. You should be comfortable navigating data, managing uncertainty, and empowering teams to succeed. Your experience in the food and beverage industry gives you the perspective to anticipate challenges and turn them into opportunities. - Proven experience leading S&OP processes and driving planning maturity - Ability to align cross-functional teams toward a shared vision - Strong understanding of demand forecasting, inventory strategy, and capacity planning - Excellent communication skills with a focus on clarity and collaboration - Experience managing people, systems, and complex supply challenges Thank you, Kelly Wagner
Director
LaSalle Network LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.? LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. ?