Supply Chain

• Lead Dairy Queen's network of authorized distributors to ensure consistent, competitive, and reliable supply of approved products, ingredients, and packaging to franchisees
• Drive profitable growth across product categories within the assigned region
• Serve as the primary supply chain leader for franchisees, operators, distributors, and internal stakeholders
• Provide strategic guidance, operational support, and resolution of complex distribution and supply chain challenges
• Build distributor relationships, drive accountability, and improve service, product availability, cost competitiveness, and system performance
• Manage distributor performance, programs, and planning for the assigned U.S. region
• Improve distributor fill rates, perfect orders, on-time delivery, approved-product distribution, and SKU rationalization
• Identify supply chain savings and growth opportunities
• Perform annual distribution reviews and manage relationships with distribution center account executives and senior staff
• Communicate supply chain strategy and programs to franchisees and ADQ operations
• Develop implementation plans for new product introductions and Limited Time Offers
• Review warehouse operations, inventory management, product quality, and service levels
• Recommend policy and procedure changes and develop corrective action plans
• Assist Quality Assurance with enforcement of the distribution quality assurance program and policies
• Use and develop advanced reporting solutions from Arrowstream and other systems
• Coordinate with the assigned Franchisee Support Analyst
• Develop cross-functional relationships and strategies to achieve company goals
• Direct contract renewals and RFPs
• Maintain non-disclosure agreements
• Review inventory movement, proprietary items, inventory turns, and lead times
• Review and control expedited freight costs
• Identify risks and develop plans to mitigate inventory loss or write-offs
• Develop and communicate product planning obligations and ensure distributor accountability
• Monitor and provide weekly audit reports of unapproved products
• Work with Product Development and FSQR to approve and track costs for distributor-branded items
• Drive distributor performance through regular metric reviews and continuous improvement
• Manage new product and LTO introductions, inventory, and service levels
• Participate in planning and execution of the annual Supply Chain Summit
• Assist credit managers with collection of distributor accounts receivable
• Advise Purchasing Managers on warehouse and product situations

Regional Distribution Manager – Supply Chain

• Support day-to-day sourcing activities across assigned direct material categories
• Coordinate with Supply Planning, Engineering, Operations, Accounts Payable, and warehouse leads
• Assist with RFQ preparation, quote compilation, and bid analysis
• Follow up on purchase order acknowledgments, delivery confirmations, and invoice matching issues
• Manage Purchasing Info Records and related data in SAP S/4HANA
• Generate PIR, source list, and contract coverage reports
• Manage Quality Notifications and coordinate root-cause and corrective actions
• Manage GR/IR reporting, open purchase orders, past-due confirmations, and invoice receipt
• Drive procurement data cleanup activities and resolve discrepancies
• Compile spend, delivery, supplier performance, and category data for dashboards and executive reporting
• Run and interpret S/4 Fiori procurement dashboards
• Support supplier onboarding in SAP Ariba or S/4
• Compile cost tracking, savings documentation, and value engineering data
• Serve as day-to-day contact for assigned suppliers
• Monitor supplier delivery performance and escalate delays or quality concerns
• Assist with supplier performance scorecards and quarterly business review materials
• Participate in procurement process improvement initiatives
• Pursue ongoing development of procurement knowledge, SAP skills, and supply chain best practices

Senior Supply Chain Procurement

• Participate in inventory control, production planning, and processing procedures across different supply chain areas
• Participate in S&OE business process discussion and design
• Utilize automation tools to capture inventory status and reduce manual entry
• Develop measurements and generate monthly reports regarding operational planning
• Participate in cost mitigation and supply chain scenario optimization decision-making
• Participate in intern meetings and events
• Perform other duties as assigned within the supply chain

Supply Chain Planning & Execution Intern

• Develop and govern the enterprise network optimization and footprint strategy across manufacturing, distribution, and logistics
• Lead enterprise footprint, capacity, and make-where decisions using scenario modeling, fact-based analysis, and business cases
• Evaluate trade-offs involving footprint, capacity, product flow, inventory positioning, distribution strategy, responsiveness, resilience, capital investment, and total cost to serve
• Build tools, data, processes, governance, and organizational capability for network and capital footprint decisions
• Establish a multi-year network roadmap aligned with growth plans, customer requirements, acquisition strategy, capital priorities, and enterprise risk
• Ensure the enterprise operating system supports network strategy, business priorities, and customer commitments
• Align Operational Excellence priorities with enterprise supply chain objectives and strategic business needs
• Sponsor Lean, Six Sigma, VAVE, SCOR, standard work, coaching, and structured problem solving
• Integrate operational excellence, quality-management systems, value engineering, advanced manufacturing, and operational technology
• Establish governance, prioritization, decision frameworks, and accountability for Operations & Supply Chain initiatives and transformations
• Evaluate strategic initiatives as an integrated portfolio and align leaders on priorities, sequencing, risks, accountabilities, and outcomes
• Resolve enterprise-level issues, trade-offs, and resource conflicts
• Govern acquisition integrations, network changes, capability transformations, and strategic programs
• Measure, realize, and sustain operational, strategic, and financial benefits
• Serve as senior business liaison between Operations & Supply Chain and Information Technology
• Establish and maintain the Operations & Supply Chain technology portfolio
• Prioritize technology investments and integrate AI opportunities into the technology portfolio
• Ensure technology roadmaps support network strategy, Operational Excellence, acquisition integration, and long-term capability development
• Establish governance, business ownership, decision rights, and value-realization expectations for major technology initiatives
• Lead, mentor, manage, and staff supply-chain-wide leaders
• Develop talent acquisition, succession planning, and leadership development strategies
• Drive team performance through goals, feedback, and professional growth
• Establish and manage the annual Integrated Supply Chain Excellence budget

Vice President – Integrated Supply Chain Excellence

• Develop and implement comprehensive global supply chain strategies aligned with company objectives and international presence
• Lead and manage procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution across multiple sites
• Identify and mitigate global supply chain risks
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels globally
• Establish and maintain relationships with worldwide suppliers and vendors
• Negotiate international contracts and agreements
• Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions
• Develop supplier qualification and audit processes for compliance with international standards and regulations
• Build and lead a high-performing, multicultural supply chain team
• Provide coaching, mentoring, and development opportunities across global offices
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Set performance expectations and conduct regular evaluations
• Oversee inventory management to optimize stock levels and minimize waste
• Ensure timely and accurate product delivery to customers worldwide
• Implement supply chain best practices, including lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Use data analytics and advanced technology for decision-making and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with international regulations, standards, and certifications, including ISO and FDA requirements
• Collaborate with quality assurance teams to maintain product quality and reliability
• Develop and implement quality control processes across the global supply chain

Global Supply Chain Director

• Lead activation of new buildings from the ground up through completion
• Provide technical oversight, CFT leadership, and commissioning support for engineering projects that increase capacity, throughput, and productivity through technology
• Collaborate with the Project Manager to coordinate project activities and timelines
• Provide permitting support and ensure on-time building launch
• Serve as the local engineering and technical expert on-site
• Provide guidance and support to project teams and contractors
• Address engineering challenges and implement solutions
• Integrate and operate supply chain automation systems in new buildings
• Collaborate with vendors and contractors to ensure automation systems are installed and activated according to specifications
• Support the Sr. Engineering Project Manager with project progress, timelines, and budgets
• Participate in cross-functional meetings to communicate project status, risks, and mitigation strategies

Activation Engineer, Supply Chain

• Manage or perform work across at least two areas: Logistics Planning & Optimization; Warehouse & Distribution Center Operations; Transportation Management; Fleet Management
• Direct, leverage, and guide the work of others and mobilize resources
• Monitor and achieve operational and/or financial results for the area of responsibility
• Manage people actions including hiring, terminating, rewarding, training, and developing employees
• Manage experienced professionals and/or supervisors
• Head one or more sections or a small department
• Adapt departmental plans and priorities to meet short-term challenges
• Analyze diverse operational situations and data across relevant factors and disciplines
• Solve problems in accordance with operational policies and assess broader departmental impacts
• Advise subordinates to meet schedules and resolve technical problems
• Integrate the area of responsibility with other areas to achieve department objectives
• Interpret and administer policies, processes, and procedures
• Develop and administer schedules and performance requirements; may have budget responsibilities
• Interact with internal personnel and outside representatives
• Participate in and present at internal and external meetings to resolve operational and scheduling issues
• Participate in SQF root-cause and corrective actions related to complaints, audits, validation, and verification activities
• Report potentially unsafe SQF conditions and support corrective action

Logistics Manager

• Analyze, develop, and implement long-term supply chain strategies and networks addressing capacity issues and production location decisions
• Participate in monthly IBP and weekly S&OE cycles
• Manage long-term rough-cut capacity views and short-term planning with scenario planning
• Identify and escalate exceptions with proposed scenarios and solutions
• Complete master data cleanup and planning system maintenance, optimization, and governance of standards
• Create the Master Production Schedule
• Collaborate on Monthly Planning Handshake/SIOP, forecast and capacity reviews, and Monthly and Quarterly Operations Reviews
• Manage supply chain performance against service-level, net-requirement-attainment, inventory-level, inventory-weeks, and backorder-dollar KPIs
• Liaise with regions, DRP teams, Customer Operations, Contract Manufacturing, manufacturing sites, Sourcing, Marketing, and Distribution to improve communication and process flows
• Deliver and oversee assigned projects from design through implementation
• Coach and review lower-level specialists and may manage projects or processes

Senior Supply Chain Planner

• Analyze, develop, and implement long-term supply chain strategies and networks
• Address capacity issues and production location decisions in support of business goals
• Participate in monthly IBP and weekly S&OE cycles
• Manage long-term rough-cut capacity views and short-term planning with scenario planning
• Identify and escalate exceptions with possible scenarios and solutions
• Complete master data cleanup and planning system maintenance, optimization, and governance of standards
• Create the Master Production Schedule
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for Monthly Planning Handshake/SIOP, forecast and capacity review, and Monthly and Quarterly Operation Reviews
• Manage supply chain performance against service levels, net requirement attainment, inventory levels/inventory weeks, and backorder dollars
• Liaise with regions, DRP teams, Customer Operations, Contract Manufacturing, Manufacturing sites, Sourcing, Marketing, and Distribution
• Improve overall communication and process flows
• Deliver and/or manage assigned projects and work with stakeholders to achieve results
• Coach and review lower-level specialists and provide guidance, training, or project delegation as needed

• Develop and define Supply Chain strategy with executive leadership
• Lead end-to-end Supply Chain operations, including demand planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and logistics
• Oversee, manage, and develop planners, buyers, warehouse lead, and warehouse staff
• Establish annual goals and objectives and manage team performance
• Own and continuously refine the S&OP process
• Partner with Portfolio Management, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Finance on demand and supply plans
• Prepare metrics and scenario analyses and guide executive decision-making
• Align customer service levels and working capital with strategic objectives and escalate critical issues
• Lead demand forecasting and maintain data integrity and system integration
• Use data and analytics to improve Supply Chain visibility and performance metrics such as OTD, inventory turns, and COGS
• Monitor global Supply Chain trends, technologies, and regulations and ensure compliance
• Analyze and resolve supply-demand imbalances and optimize inventory levels
• Ensure smooth NPI transitions from development to mass production
• Assess supply risks and implement mitigation strategies with Procurement and Supplier Quality
• Provide demand planning input to internal and external stakeholders
• Enforce warehouse policies and procedures
• Drive continuous improvement across Supply Chain functions
• Develop and manage departmental budgets
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supply Chain jobs in Minnesota

Regional Distribution Manager – Supply Chain

Senior Supply Chain Procurement

Supply Chain Planning & Execution Intern

Vice President – Integrated Supply Chain Excellence

Global Supply Chain Director

Activation Engineer, Supply Chain

Logistics Manager

Senior Supply Chain Planner

Senior Supply Chain Planner

Director of Supply Chain