Senior Director, Supply Chain Finance

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THE VALUE YOU'LL BRING:
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The Senior Director, Supply Chain Finance will serve as a strategic financial leader, guiding the financial planning, analysis, and performance management of Smithfield Foods' end-to-end supply chain operations. This role is responsible for delivering high-impact insights that drive operational efficiency, cost optimization, and long-term value creation across inventory, warehousing, transportation, and supply planning. As a key member of the leadership team, you will shape financial strategy and partner closely with senior operations and finance executives to influence enterprise-wide decisions.

You will lead a high-performing team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and financial discipline. Through rigorous analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and strong governance, you will ensure the integrity of financial controls and compliance frameworks, including Sarbanes-Oxley requirements. This role demands a forward-thinking leader who can translate complex data into actionable strategies, champion financial transparency, and drive results in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:
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Strategic Financial Leadership

• Lead the financial strategy for end-to-end supply chain operations, aligning cost management, capital planning, and performance goals with enterprise objectives

• Serve as a key advisor to senior leadership, providing insights that shape operational decisions and long-term investment strategies

• Oversee the development and execution of the annual supply chain budget, including cost standards, savings initiatives, and scenario planning

Operational & Analytical Excellence

• Direct the analysis of supply chain financial performance, including inventory, warehousing, transportation, and planning activities, to identify risks and opportunities

• Drive the development of advanced reporting tools and dashboards in partnership with IT and data analytics teams to enhance visibility and decision-making

• Lead the financial evaluation of capital investments and process improvement initiatives, ensuring alignment with ROI and strategic priorities

Governance, Compliance & Team Leadership

• Champion a culture of financial accountability and compliance, ensuring adherence to Sarbanes-Oxley and internal control standards across all supply chain functions

• Mentor and develop a high-performing finance team, fostering leadership capability, succession planning, and continuous improvement

• Collaborate cross-functionally to implement financial governance frameworks that support operational integrity and risk mitigation

WHAT WE'RE SEEKING:
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting or equivalent from a regionally accredited four-year college or university, and 12+ years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• Minimum of 7+ years' experience in a position of leadership to include team development and management, required.

• CPA or MBA, a plus.

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Excel, PowerPoint.

• Thorough knowledge of financial and supply chain principles.

• Strong leadership and decision-making skills.

• Proactive and solution-oriented.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Strong self-motivation and organization skills.

• Displays professionalism and integrity.

• Ability to work well with others in fast paced, dynamic environment.

• May travel up to 10-20%.

• Ability to be respectful, approachable and team oriented while building strong working relationships and a positive work environment

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for supervision of Supply Chain Finance and Inventory staff.

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.

• Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

EEO Information

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law.

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