Jacob Drew

About Jacob Drew

Experienced business professional with proven expertise in overseeing multiple departments, managing supplier relations, directing manufacturing processes, and organizing logistics network. Key KSA attributes include:LeadershipSupply chain management including manufacturing, warehousing, and transportationSupplier sourcing, vetting, and contract negotiationBudget and profitability analysisContinual process review and improvement (champion of change)Knowledge of food ingredients and packaging materialsInformation and computer technologiesVerbal and written communication

Experience

1. Senior Director of Supply Chain

   Monogram Foods

   Mar 2023 — Present · Memphis, TN, US

   Leadership experiences spanning 15-20 supply chain professionals embedded within the business unit structure focusing on personnel safety, cost management and continuous improvement.• Serve as the in-house expert and business owner for Supply-Chain, establishing the role as the top thought leader internally and externally.• Become the leader and voice of the business unit with all supply chain planning, procurement and warehouse activities.• Work closely with the Business Unit Leadership team and the Center of Support Supply Chain leadership team.• Serve as a “local” liaison to suppliers and warehouse equipment providers in the appropriate geography.• Work in conjunction with other Center of Support functions such as Operations, Finance, Commercial and IT experts.• Initiate continuous improvement supply chain projects exceeding annual business unit savings’ targets and meeting project deadlines.• Respond to changing business conditions often necessitating replanning in production and all related disciplines.• Lead and manage supply chain project portfolio initiatives that drive improvements using problem-solving, lean tools, metric development, and visual management.• Utilize and develop KPIs to track progress and hold teams accountable to results consistent with the Center of Support’s KPIs.

Education

• Northern Illinois University

  Bachelor's Degree

  2003 — 2007

Skills

• Shopper Marketing
• Supply Chain
• Marketing
• Supply Chain Management
• Logistics Management
• Haccp
• Food Science
• Project Management
• Grocery
• Ingredients
• Commodity Markets
• Key Account Development
• Food
• Purchasing
• Trade Marketing
• Consumer Products
• Management
• Food Industry
• Fmcg
• Iri
• Logistics
• Food & Beverage
• Dairy
• Technology Integration
• Product Development
• Food Safety
• Manufacturing Operations Management