Director of Genetic Supply - Hennessey, OK

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YOUR OPPORTUNITY

We have an exciting Director of Genetic Supply opportunity in our Hennessey, OK office. In this highly impactful role, you will be a key member of the Live Operations team. The Director of Supply will play a pivotal role in providing high quality replacement females for Seaboard Food's sow farms. In this position, you will lead the development and execution of comprehensive health strategies for gilt development units and gene transfer centers, and be responsible for the associated production teams within these facilities

ABOUT US

At Seaboard Foods, we create the most sought-after pork. A top U.S. pork producer/processor and leading exporter to 30+ countries, we are committed to bringing excellence to the table, seeking a better way to produce wholesome pork and connect every step between our farms and family tables. More than 5,400 employees in five states work on our farms, feed mills, and processing plant to produce Prairie Fresh pork, ensuring the well-being of our animals, the environment, our employees, and the communities we call home. We are a Fortune 500 employer, recently nominated by the Business Journal as one of the "Best Places to Work", representing our dynamic culture, where our employees can contribute and understand why they matter.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is not intended to be all-inclusive, and other duties may be assigned.

• Define and communicate clear health improvement objectives for genetic programs, considering both short-term and long-term goals.
• Implement robust surveillance and monitoring systems to track the health status of genetic systems.
• Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of health improvement initiatives.
• Develop, implement, and continually refine biosecurity and biocontainment policies within the genetic system.
• Establish specific protocols for support department functions within the GDU and gene transfer center system to uphold biosecurity standards.
• Implement training programs for staff involved in gilt development farms to improve their knowledge around animal health and biosecurity.
• Work closely with production managers to ensure seamless integration of gilts into the overall production system.
• Develop and manage budgets for gilt development programs.
• Lead production operations teams to achieve targeted production metrics, including targeted growth rate, livability, selection objectives, and cost of production.
• Manage relationships, including P/L responsibility, communication and engagement with genetic suppliers

CORE COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESS IN ALL ROLES: instills trust, communicates effectively, action-oriented, ensures accountability, and drives results.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required or preferred. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required:

• A bachelor's or advanced degree in Animal Science, Veterinary Medicine, or a related field.
• Extensive experience (typically 5+ years) in production management within the swine industry.
• In-depth understanding of swine genetics and production practices.
• Knowledge of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in health and production.
• Proven track record in formulating and implementing comprehensive health strategies for swine genetic programs.
• Strong analytical skills to conduct thorough analyses and devise strategies for enhanced outcomes in production and cost efficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with a history of successfully managing and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work closely with production managers, suppliers, and other stakeholders for integrated and effective operations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with executives, production teams, and industry partners.

Preferred:

• Bilingual

SCHEDULE

As needed, the hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical and work demands listed here represent those an employee should possess to successfully perform the job's essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to move around the facility.
• The employee must regularly lift and move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 50
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, and in outside weather conditions, and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment depends on which environment you are in
• The hours and days of work are established by departmental needs and at the discretion of management. After-hours, weekends, and overnight travel as requested.

WHY SEABOARD FOODS?

• Medical, vision & dental benefits upon hire
• 401K with company match
• Paid Time Off & Company Holidays
• Wellness Program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee pork purchase program

For a complete list of our benefits please visit our career site: https://www.seaboardfoods.com/careers/why-sbf/

Seaboard Foods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans' status, status as a disabled individual, or any other status protected by law.