Supply Chain Director

Since 1941, we have exhibited a passion for not only great barbecue but great people. That’s why we offer a workplace where employees are given meaningful growth opportunities and rewarded for their loyalty and contributions. Hardworking, passionate individuals who inspire others and thrive in a fast-paced environment make up our team. In 2021 we expanded into USDA manufacturing! Wycliff Douglas Provisions (WDP) was opened with one focus — to deliver exceptionally fresh and carefully prepared ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook meats to restaurants, retail stores and private label clients. It is a USDA manufacturer located in Mesquite, TX.

DICKEY’S and WYCLIFF DOUGLAS PROVISIONS are Equal Opportunity Employers that do not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex (including pregnancy), gender, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

• Develop and execute both short- and long-term procurement strategies that support business objectives, optimize spending and drive cost savings.
• Direct and participate in procurement and logistics activities to ensure operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of materials and products.
• Source, quote, negotiate, purchase and execute contracts for the supply chain. Including, but not limited to, USDA manufacturing, FDA manufacturing, international and domestic restaurants.
• Complete supplier program negotiations that support category plans and objectives. For example rebate programs, volume programs, pricing strategies and promotional items.
• Identify, develop, and execute strategic supply sources for products, packaging and/or commodities.
• Focus on delivering improved cost of goods by staying ahead of commodity trends.
• Conduct inventory and place purchase orders to ensure all products available for production.
• Monitor inventory item ingredient prices, make recommendations and corrections as necessary.
• Manage compliance program, including but not limited to: audits, communication, and follow-ups with internal teams to ensure issues are resolved.
• Build, manage, and maintain healthy relationships with suppliers.
• Research all aspects of each deal, including alternate products, bundling opportunities, new suppliers, and any information needed to gain negotiating leverage and create the best deal possible.
• Develop, implement and maintain supplier improvement plans in quality, delivery, and cost initiatives.
• Work directly with suppliers to resolve any issues or concerns that may arise during the contract period.
• Research areas affecting profitabilityand take actions to ensure a profitable business.