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Genus PLC · 15 hours ago

Supply Chain Director

Genus PLC is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer and a global leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics. They are seeking a Supply Chain Director to design and execute the next generation of transport, biosecurity, and gene dissemination services within their Global Supply Chain, ensuring efficient and bio secure movement of elite pig genetics worldwide.

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Responsibilities

Architect, build, and globalize a world-class breeding stock transport framework leveraging advanced technology, standardized training, audit-ready systems, and disciplined execution to eliminate or mitigate disease transmission risk across owned farms, contract operations, and customer deliveries
Design and operationalize a robust KPI ecosystem that converts data into action. Metrics will include third-party audit outcomes, fleet telematics, trailer history visibility, delivery efficiency, animal welfare indicators, and handling performance, ensuring transparent, defensible, and continuously improving transport operations
Work in partnership with Health Assurance, defining the global strategy, facility standards, and training systems for owned and contracted truck wash operations. Drive best-in-class sanitation protocols for trailers, tractor cabs, and equipment compartments to minimize biosecurity risk and variability
Lead global transport process development and compliance for the commercialization of EverThrive® PRRS-resistant pigs, ensuring FDA-aligned protocols, validated procedures, and comprehensive training for internal teams and transport partners worldwide
Collaborate with Global Business Unit leaders through the Export Strategy Committee to design and execute a cohesive global gene dissemination strategy, improving visibility, coordination, and proactive supply chain planning across regions
Identify and deploy innovative logistics, routing, and regulatory strategies to reduce total landed cost while maintaining animal welfare, biosecurity integrity, and delivery reliability across international markets
Develop and maintain export and gene dissemination KPIs measuring cost efficiency, welfare outcomes, biosecurity exposure, regulatory performance, cycle-time efficiency, enabling data-backed decision-making and continuous optimization
Build scalable systems that will intentionally develop the existing high-potential talent, preparing team members for senior leadership roles through mentorship, technical mastery, and exposure to global initiatives
Align people, skills, and workload to ensure balanced execution, operational resilience, and innovation capacity, while sustaining engagement and long-term performance

Qualification

Transport systems expertiseLogistics technologyBiosecurity protocolsDisease risk mitigationLivestock production systemsOperational excellenceStakeholder relationshipsDiplomatic leadershipMatrix organization experienceContinuous improvementMentorship skills

Required

7+ years of experience with deep exposure to livestock production systems, animal behavior, transportation logistics, and biosecurity risk management
Demonstrated expertise in transport systems, logistics technology, biosecurity protocols, and disease risk mitigation, with a clear understanding of the operational and financial impact of disease events
A recognized personal brand built on operational excellence, integrity, and trusted stakeholder relationships
Proven ability to challenge legacy models, introduce calculated risk, and drive industry-defining innovation in gene dissemination, transport biosecurity, and global logistics
Skilled in diplomatic leadership, aligning diverse global stakeholders around a shared vision without reliance on command-and-control structures
Experience operating effectively in matrixed, international organizations, with the discipline to ensure global standards remain locally adaptable and executable

Benefits

Health
Dental
Vision
FSA/HSA
Long and short-term disability
401K
Tuition reimbursement
Paid holidays
ETO (earned time off)

Company

Genus PLC

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Genus is a publicly traded global company advancing animal genetics to sustainably nourish the world.

H1B Sponsorship

Genus PLC has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2023 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
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2007-11-12IPO

Leadership Team

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Jorgen Kokke
Chief Executive Officer
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Elena Rice
Chief Scientific Officer| Head of R&D
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