Jessica Thompson

Jessica Thompson is an experienced professional with a diverse background in supply chain management and strategic operations, currently serving as Sr. Manager of External Manufacturing at Land O'Lakes, Inc. since May 2008. In this role, Jessica oversees supplier relationships to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets. Previous positions include Strategic Operations Manager, where Jessica drove cross-functional initiatives in the Dairy Foods Supply Chain, and Procurement Manager, responsible for cheese procurement and supplier negotiations. Jessica's career at Land O'Lakes also includes various planning roles, focusing on inventory management in the milk powder category and distribution for Purina Feed plants. Prior to Land O'Lakes, Jessica worked as an Assistant Planner at Macy's. Jessica holds a Bachelor of Science in International Economics and a Bachelor of Arts in International Business from the University of St. Thomas.