Director of Live Hog Operations

Company: Perdue Farms
Location: Westminster
Posted on: April 26, 2024

Job Description:

Niman Ranch supports a community of more than 720 independent farmers and ranchers who raise pork, beef and lamb traditionally, humanely and sustainably to deliver the finest tasting meat. Niman Ranch is part of Perdue Farms, a family-owned company heading into its second century of growth and innovation.SummaryThe Director of Live Hog Operations oversees all aspects of Niman Ranch s hog procurement program, including relationships with network of family farmers, live hog logistics, field team performance, fiscal year planning/forecasting, procurement/contracts and all other activities that support the procurement of Niman Ranch eligible market hogs.Principal and Essential Duties & ResponsibilitiesOversight/leadership of the Field Agent team, Logistics team, and Weaned Pig ManagerForecasting (fiscal year and five year outlook) for market hog availability and hog costGrowth modeling and acquisition of new farmersDevelopment of contracts, pricing mechanisms and other programsFarmer event planning, educational Zoom session planning and team educations opportunitiesCollaborations with marketing and communications to tell brand storyFarmer outreach and relationship buildingMinimum Education and ExperienceBachelor s degree in Animal Science or other relevant agriculture field and 7+ years of experience in niche market/all natural/ABF swine production5+ years of progressive leadership experience, preferably with remote teamsAbility to travel frequently to locations throughout the Midwest, about 25%Proficiency with Microsoft Suite and database programsEnvironmental Factors and Physical RequirementsTime may be spent at farms, plants or in an office environment. This will include exposure to varying temperatures in extreme heat or cold, exposed to seasonal weather conditions.Perdue Farms, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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