director of supply chain

Huntsman Corp

<div><div>Job Description:</div><div></div><div>
Director of Supply Chain</div><div>
Huntsman is seeking a Director of Supply Chain supporting the Performance Products Division located in The Woodlands, Texas. This position will report to the Global Vice President of Supply Chain.</div><div></div><div>
Job Scope</div><div>
The Director of Supply Chain will lead the development and execution of supply chain strategies to improve customer experience, optimize inventory and transportation costs, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. This role will play a key part in enabling the short and long-term objectives of the Performance Products Division by aligning end-to-end supply chain performance with business goals.</div><div></div><div>
In summary, as the Director of Supply Chain, you will:</div><ul><li><div>
Develop and execute a supply chain strategy that aligns with customer needs, operational footprint, and cost and asset performance.</div></li><li><div>
Identify process inefficiencies and implement best practices to ensure continuous product supply while balancing inventory and transportation costs.</div></li><li><div>
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team by providing clear roles, coaching, feedback, and development opportunities.</div></li><li><div>
Collaborate with sites and internal/external customers to create a consolidated reporting system for order backlog, status, and shipment forecasting.</div></li><li><div>
Analyze cross-functional areas (e.g., Customer Service, Manufacturing, Distribution) to identify synergies and implement performance improvements related to customer service metrics (on-time, in-full delivery).</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Qualifications:</div><div></div><div>
Minimum Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with a minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience, or Master&rsquo;s degree with a minimum of 8+ years of relevant experience.</div></li><li><div>
At least 5+ years of supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably with exposure to procurement, sourcing, or operations management.</div></li><li><div>
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in leading and developing teams.</div></li><li><div>
Strong practitioner knowledge of supply chain principles and practices.</div></li><li><div>
Working knowledge of manufacturing supply chain strategies and ERP systems.</div></li><li><div>
Proficiency in project management and reporting.</div></li><li><div>
Demonstrated ability to balance strategic and tactical responsibilities.</div></li><li><div>
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.</div></li><li><div>
Must have an unrestricted right to work for Huntsman in the United States.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Skills and knowledge</div><ul><li><div>
High-level communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively across all levels of the organization.</div></li><li><div>
Strong leadership and team development abilities.</div></li><li><div>
Agile, fact-based decision-making approach.</div></li><li><div>
Ability to manage cross-functional initiatives and drive performance improvements.</div></li><li><div>
Financial acumen, including working knowledge of income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Preferred Qualifications</div><ul><li><div>
Experience implementing division-level reporting systems.</div></li><li><div>
Prior experience working in a global matrix organization.</div></li><li><div>
Exposure to shared logistics and distribution strategies.</div></li></ul><div></div><div>
Working Environment</div><ul><li><div>
This role is based at the corporate headquarters in The Woodlands, Texas.</div></li><li><div>
Standard office environment with occasional travel to manufacturing sites or customer locations as needed.</div></li></ul><div></div><div><div>
Huntsman is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all qualified applicants for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identification, sexual orientation and/or expression or any other characteristic protected by law in every location in which we have facilities national or local.</div></div><div><div><br>
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Director of Supply Chain

DSJ Global

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 Position Overview
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  The Director of Supply Chain will oversee all aspects of supply chain management, including procurement, production planning, inventory control, logistics, and distribution. This role is critical to ensuring our products reach customers efficiently, cost-effectively, and with the highest quality standards.
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 Key Responsibilities
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   Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with company growth and operational goals
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   Lead procurement and vendor management for raw materials and packaging
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   Optimize inventory levels and implement demand planning processes
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   Manage logistics and distribution networks to ensure timely delivery
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   Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Finance to forecast demand and align supply
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   Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain
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   Ensure compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards
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   Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team
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 Qualifications
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   Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field (MBA preferred)
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   8+ years of experience in supply chain leadership, preferably in the food or CPG industry
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   Proven track record of managing end-to-end supply chain operations
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   Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
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   Experience with ERP systems and supply chain software
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   Excellent communication and leadership abilities
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   Must be based in or willing to relocate to Tampa, Florida
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 Why Join Us?
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   Be part of a dynamic, mission-driven company with a passion for snacks
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   Competitive compensation and benefits package
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   Opportunity to shape the future of our supply chain operations
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   Collaborative and entrepreneurial work environment
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Employee Management Services

<p><b>Director of Supply Chain (Multi-Site Manufacturing)</b></p><p>We&rsquo;re hiring a <b>Director of Supply Chain</b> to lead and optimize supply chain operations for two Cablecraft manufacturing facilities.</p><p>In this key leadership role, you&rsquo;ll oversee purchasing, materials planning, and supplier management for our St. Matthews, SC and Bolivar, OH locations. You&rsquo;ll lead a team of Buyers, implement cost-saving sourcing strategies, and ensure that our materials and supply chain operations run seamlessly to support production and customer satisfaction.</p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do:</b></p><ul><li>Drive supply chain excellence across two sites</li><li>Lead and coach a team of Buyers</li><li>Build strategic relationships with suppliers</li><li>Align material planning with production needs</li><li>Champion process improvements and inventory control</li></ul><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</b></p><ul><li>10+ years of supply chain experience in manufacturing</li><li>Proven leadership managing supply chain teams across multiple locations</li><li>Strong negotiation and ERP system skills (SAP and Epicor)</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (MBA/APICS preferred)</li></ul><p><b>Why Join Us?</b></p><ul><li>Competitive salary + bonus opportunity</li><li>Great benefits and work-life balance</li><li>Supportive and collaborative team environment</li><li>A chance to make a real impact in a company with a strong industry reputation</li></ul><p><b>Location:</b> Multi-site role based in Bolivar, OH with travel required between locations in Ohio and South Carolina.</p><p>To apply, please send resume to <b>careers@cablecraft.com</b> or apply directly through Indeed.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Director of Supply Chain Operations

NEXTracker

<div><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>What You&rsquo;ll Do: </b>As Director of Aftermarket Supply Chain, you will lead the global aftermarket planning and fulfillment team. You&rsquo;ll manage a team of planners and own the end-to-end planning cycle across demand planning, inventory, fulfillment, reverse fulfillment, and scrap management. This role requires a proven leader who can drive operational excellence, optimize processes, and partner cross-functionally to deliver on commitments. You&rsquo;ll also be accountable for leading reviews with internal stakeholders and developing talent within your team.
</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Lead and manage a team of planners, providing direction, coaching, and performance management.
</p></li><li><p>Develop and run demand planning for aftermarket channels leveraging statistical and consensus-based models.
</p></li><li><p>Develop and execute inventory planning strategies for global warehouses to maintain service levels and optimize working capital.
</p></li><li><p>Manage fulfillment planning, including order allocation and delivery tracking to meet customer commitments.
</p></li><li><p>Oversee reverse fulfillment processes, including RMAs, material diversions, and returns management.
</p></li><li><p>Direct global scrap management programs, ensuring compliance, cost efficiency, and sustainability.
</p></li><li><p>Drive operational performance reviews:
</p></li><li><ul><li><p>Monthly internal business reviews focused on core metrics.
</p></li><li><p>Quarterly business reviews with internal customers to present performance, collect feedback, and align priorities.
</p></li></ul></li><li><p>Partner cross-functionally with operations, logistics, finance, and customer success teams to drive continuous improvement and resolve escalations.
</p></li></ul><p><b>Ideal Profile:
</b></p><ul><li><p>Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire, mentor, and develop high-performing teams
</p></li><li><p>Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable with complex data and metrics-driven decision making.
</p></li><li><p>Exceptional communication skills with the ability to engage and influence across all levels of the organization.
</p></li><li><p>Proven track record of driving process improvements and implementing best practices in supply chain planning.
</p></li><li><p>Customer-centric mindset with a commitment to responsiveness and service excellence.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated cross-cultural and global leadership experience, with the ability to effectively manage teams and operations across multiple regions.
</p></li><li><p>Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 15%.
</p></li></ul><p><b>Preferred Qualifications
</b></p><ul><li><p>15+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 8 years in leadership roles.
</p></li><li><p>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master&rsquo;s degree preferred).
</p></li><li><p>Experience living internationally.
</p></li><li><p>10+ years' experience in aftermarket, service, or spare parts supply chain.
</p></li><li><p>Experience developing and sustaining a global strategy for
</p></li><li><p>Deep expertise in demand planning, inventory management, fulfillment, and reverse logistics.
</p></li><li><p>Familiarity with global distribution operations and multi-regional planning.
</p></li><li><p>Proficiency with enterprise planning systems (ERP, CRP, TMS) and advanced analytics tools.
</p></li><li><p>Demonstrated experience leading performance reviews and stakeholder engagement at senior levels.
</p></li></ul><p></p><p>At Nextracker, we are leading in the energy transition, providing the most comprehensive portfolio of intelligent solar tracker and software solutions for solar power plants, as well as strategic services to capture the full value of solar power plants for our customers. Our talented worldwide teams are transforming PV plant performance every day with smart technology, data monitoring and analysis services.
</p><p></p><p>For us at Nextracker, sustainability is not just a word. It's a core part of our business, values and our operations. Our sustainability efforts are based on five cornerstones: People, Community, Environment, Innovation, and Integrity. We are creative, collaborative and passionate problem-solvers from diverse backgrounds, driven by our shared mission to provide smart solar and software solutions for our customers and to mitigate climate change for future generations.
</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Culture is our Passion</b></h1></div><p></p>

Director of Aftermarket Supply Chain

INFICON

<div><b>Company Description</b><p><br>
INFICON is a leading provider of innovative instrumentation, critical sensor technologies, and Smart Manufacturing/Industry 4.0 software solutions that enhance productivity and quality of tools, processes, and complete factories. These analysis, measurement and control products are essential for gas leak detection in air conditioning/refrigeration and automotive manufacturing. They are vital to equipment manufacturers and end-users in the complex fabrication of semiconductors and thin film coatings for optics, flat panel displays, solar cells and industrial vacuum coating applications. Other users of our vacuum-based processes include the life sciences, research, aerospace, packaging, heat treatment, laser cutting and many other industrial processes. We also leverage our expertise in vacuum technology to provide unique, toxic chemical analysis products for emergency response, security, and environmental health and safety.</p><b><br>
Job Description</b><p><br>
The Head of Global Supply Chain Management will serve as the strategic leader for supply chain operations within the ISS business unit, while shaping best practices that will scale across the entire global organization. In this high-impact role, you will define and execute strategies for sourcing, supplier partnerships, logistics, and materials management that not only strengthen the site performance but also sets the standard for supply chain excellence worldwide.</p><p>
You will ensure seamless, reliable, and cost-effective flow of materials and products, enabling the business to consistently deliver on customer expectations. A critical part of this role is building and strengthening supplier relationships&mdash;transforming them into true strategic partners. You will lead initiatives in supplier development, innovation, and risk management to ensure resilience, sustainability, and competitive advantage. By fostering collaboration and trust across the supply base, you will enable breakthrough performance in quality, cost, delivery, and innovation</p><p>
This is an opportunity for a visionary leader to elevate supply chain into a growth enabler&mdash;delivering impact locally while shaping the future of supply chain strategy worldwide. You will champion innovation, sustainability, and resilience&mdash;creating playbooks and building scalable frameworks that can be rolled out across all business units</p><p>
As a strategic leader this role has the following key responsibilities:</p><ul><li>
Set and lead supply chain strategy for the business unit, covering sourcing, supplier partnerships, logistics, and materials management.</li><li>
Develop scalable frameworks and best practices to be rolled out across all business units globally.</li><li>
Build and strengthen supplier relationships to evolve from transactional buying to long-term strategic partnerships.</li><li>
Lead supplier development initiatives focused on improving quality, cost competitiveness, delivery performance, and sustainability.</li><li>
Drive co-innovation with suppliers to introduce new technologies, materials, and processes that create competitive advantage.</li><li>
Optimize global sourcing strategies to balance cost, risk, and resilience across the supply base.</li><li>
Oversee logistics and distribution networks to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective flow of materials and products.</li><li>
Champion compliance and sustainability across supplier operations, contracts, and trade regulations.</li><li>
Leverage digital tools and analytics to improve visibility, supplier performance monitoring, and decision-making.</li><li>
Collaborate with cross-functional and global leaders to align supply chain strategies with business growth, new product introductions, and capacity expansion.</li><li>
Develop, mentor, and lead high-performing supply chain teams within the BU, while fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing across the enterprise.</li><li>
Serve as a global thought leader to influence enterprise-wide supply chain strategy and continuous improvement.</li></ul><br>
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Qualifications</b><br>
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15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management within a global manufacturing environment.</li><li>
Proven track record of leading large-scale, complex supply chain organizations across multiple regions.</li><li>
Deep experience in supplier development, strategic sourcing, and building long-term supplier partnerships.</li><li>
Demonstrated success in driving supply chain transformation, digitalization, and process standardization across global operations.</li><li>
Strong background in logistics, trade compliance, and navigating international regulations (import/export, tariffs, export controls).</li><li>
Experience managing risk and building resilient supply chains, including business continuity planning.</li><li>
Expertise in supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost optimization</li><li>
Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP, etc.) and supply chain visibility platforms</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to lead sustainability initiatives and integrate ESG considerations into supply chain strategies.</li><li>
Professional certifications (e.g., APICS CSCP, ISM CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, PMP) are a strong plus</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
What Makes You Stand Out</b></p><ul><li>
Visionary leader who can set global strategies while executing locally and also drive hands-on operational excellence.</li><li>
Exceptional relationship-building and influencing skills across cultures and geographies.</li><li>
Proven ability to develop and mentor diverse, high-performing teams.</li><li>
Change management expertise&mdash;skilled at driving adoption of new frameworks and ways of working across a global enterprise.</li></ul><br>
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Additional Information</b><p><br>
For New York, the expected salary range for this position is between $140,000 and $175,000. <i>In addition, INFICON employees are eligible for a profit sharing bonus with a target of 10%.</i> The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law.</p><div></div><p>
INFICON provides a dynamic work environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our employees experience ongoing green initiatives, flexible work hours, and a variety of health and wellness programs.</p><p>
INFICON&rsquo;s forward-thinking approach offers countless opportunities to design, support, and manufacture a diverse product portfolio that expands globally. Our Lean and Agile work environment offers competitive compensation, relocation assistance, a discretionary bonus, and generous employee benefits; major medical, dental, health, vision, 401K, vacation and sick time, tuition reimbursement, and more!</p><p>
INFICON is committed to ensuring that our online application process provides an equal opportunity to all job seekers that apply without regard to race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship, gender, age, protected veteran status, disability status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. A notice describing Federal equal employment opportunity laws is available here to reaffirm this commitment. Any contact that would like to request a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact us.careers@inficon.com.</p><p>
INFICON, Inc. strictly complies with all aspects of the Export Administration Regulations ('EAR'), including those sections dealing with deemed exports to foreign nationals.</p></div>

Director of Global Supply Chain Management

Glanbia Performance Nutrition

<div><p><b>Supply Chain Director - South Asia &amp; META</b></p><p><b>
Glanbia Performance Nutrition</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Join this dynamic team focused on delivering better nutrition for every step of life&rsquo;s journey</b></p><p><b>
 The Opportunity</b></p><p><br>
As part of the South Asia, China &amp; META BU Leadership Team (LT), the Supply Chain Director needs to lead end to end supply chain servicing South Asia and META Markets. The role operates across various supply chain verticals which includes: Planning, Co-Man management, Procurement, Logistics, Customer Service, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and R&amp;D. The role operates with extremely diverse channels like Specialty Channel, E-commerce, Key Accounts etc. while fostering innovation pipeline for future growth and owning the COGS budget (approx. 65% of Net Revenue) and the full business P&amp;L as part of the LT.</p><p>
The role is significant Supply Director role driving the functions across both regions, managing significant complexity and being a key leader in both the International PS function as well as the leadership teams across and in both regions.</p><p><b>
Primary responsibilities for this role will include:</b></p><p><b>
Planning</b></p><ul><li>
Leading the planning team to ensure we achieve optimal customer service and enable growth in line with financial expectations</li><li>
Own the S&amp;OP process for GPN South Asia &amp; META and drive long term forecast accuracy and stock management</li><li>
Management of inventory and ageing stock</li><li>
Create Supply Visibility for all the stakeholders across Markets to support business objectives</li><li>
Build strong collaboration and partnership with customers across markets to drive GPN strategies</li></ul><p><b>
Co &ndash; man management</b></p><ul><li>
GPN India sources products from both GPN North America and local co-man partners. This role will be accountable for the management of that co-man to deliver performance KPI&rsquo;s across quality, service, cost metrics.</li><li>
Accountable for sourcing new potential supply solutions and partners as GPN South Asia &amp; META grows and delivers the 5 year strategy</li></ul><p><b>
Procurement</b></p><ul><li>
Operating as the Senior Procurement specialist, you will be engaged across a diverse and complex category portfolio, working in an adaptable way to successfully deliver best practice sourcing benefits within the business.</li><li>
Lead procurement of raw materials, packaging materials and related inventories to meet forecasted demand and pricing</li><li>
Development &amp; implementation of Sourcing strategies across a broad portfolio for products and services within GPN South Asia &amp; META</li></ul><p><b>
Logistics</b></p><ul><li>
Leadership of the Logistics function to design, implement and manage overall South Asia Logistics Operation, via multi-channel routes to market.</li><li>
Accountable for inventory management across 3PL partners and driving performance management processes to hit business KPI&rsquo;s across service, stock management and cost objectives.</li><li>
Movement of goods - import, export, transport and customs.</li><li>
Responsibility for ensuring space is maximised through effective capacity planning whilst strictly adhering to agreed KPI's.</li><li>
Investigation of new modes of transportation and more cost effective ways to distribute to customers.</li></ul><p><b>
Customer Service</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure customer product requirements are met for all the markets and customers by the supply team, regardless of source</li><li>
Ensure systems and processes are in place to ensure positive customer experience</li><li>
Effective administration and delivery of the order to cash process for our customers (OTC).</li><li>
Develop and implement a continuous improvement strategy, ensuring customer relationships and experiences are enhanced and improved and reinforce best practices in regards to customer interaction and service.</li><li>
Provide key weekly/monthly KPI reports both internally and externally (e.g. sales analysis, forecasts etc) focusing on improving these to drive best in class customer service and increase the revenue opportunity.</li><li>
Resolves any customer related issues in a timely manner.</li></ul><p><b>
Quality Assurance</b></p><ul><li>
Ensure to implement appropriate quality systems at co-man location to deliver best in class quality products in line with global requirements.</li><li>
Address Quality complaints from customers across markets to keep consumer and customer trust</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Regulatory Affairs and Product Development</b></p><ul><li>
Responsible for ensuring that regulatory strategies and regulatory activities are effectively executed to meet the business objectives and legal requirements.</li><li>
Need to ensure Product Compliance to local regulations, Managing External Regulatory / Govt. bodies / Customs, New Product Introduction Support, Customer, Stakeholders and Sourcing Site Regulatory Collaboration</li><li>
Leverage Stage gate process for innovations &amp; new product launches.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
The Skills you will bring to the team</b></p><ul><li>
15+ years&rsquo; experience across different supply chain verticals, preferably within FMCG/Consumer facing categories.
</li><li>Hands on direct experience of at least 3 out of these areas of demand/supply planning, procurement, contract manufacturing, logistics management and customer service preferred</li><li>
MBA in Supply Chain preferred</li><li>
Experience of working in a high growth and fast-paced organization.</li><li>
Must have experience in building new and high growth teams and partner strategies</li><li>
Well versed with localization &amp; adaptation.</li><li>
Proven track record of working in a Supply Chain leadership role in FMCG business. Experience in developing strategies across procurement, planning and customer service</li><li>
Working knowledge of technology tools like SAP etc</li><li>
Strong bias for action and project management skills to deliver consistently against key immediate milestones while maintaining course on simultaneous development of multiple projects</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Where and how you will work</b></p><p>
The opportunity will be based in our offices in <b>Gurgaon, India.</b></p><p><b>
About Glanbia</b></p><p>
The Glanbia Group comprises three divisions: <b>Glanbia Performance Nutrition</b>, <b>Glanbia</b><b> Nutritional's,</b> and <b>Joint Ventures</b><b>.</b> Collectively and with our partners we offer an incredible breadth of expertise in nutrition. We employ a team of 6,000 people, work with global food and beverage companies, and sell our award-winning and market-leading products in 130 countries worldwide.</p><p>
At Glanbia, we celebrate diversity, because we know that our individual strengths make us stronger together. We welcome and encourage interest from a variety of candidates, we will give your application consideration, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.</p><p>
At Glanbia, our culture celebrates individuality, knowing that together we are more.</p></div><p></p>

Supply Chain Director - South Asia & META

Nature's Bakery

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  SUMMARY
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 The Director of Demand Planning is the strategic and operational leader responsible for building and executing a best-in-class demand planning function. This role is critical in driving forecast accuracy, improving customer service levels, and enabling efficient inventory and supply chain execution.
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 The Director will oversee all aspects of the demand planning process, including statistical forecasting, customer collaboration, and integration with the S&amp;OP process (Steps 2 and 3). The role requires strong cross-functional leadership, deep analytical capability, and the ability to develop and lead a high-performing demand planning team.
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 This position is responsible for creating a reliable and unbiased demand signal across time horizons, identifying and quantifying risks and opportunities, and ensuring alignment across sales, marketing, finance, and operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong command of forecasting tools, planning systems, and customer and market dynamics that drive demand.
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  ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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 include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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   Lead ownership of the demand planning process, with accountability for forecast accuracy, bias, and SFA targets.
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   Serve as process owner for S&amp;OP Steps 2 and 3, driving disciplined and structured demand consensus reviews.
  </li>
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   Manage all forecast handoffs and alignment with supply planning and execution teams.
  </li>
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   Lead Step 2 and Step 3 S&amp;OP meetings, ensuring data integrity and actionable insights at the account/channel level.
  </li>
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   Drive collaboration with sales, marketing, and customers via the 30/60/90 forecasting process.
  </li>
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   Deliver account-level reporting and insights, including risks, gaps to plan, and forecast opportunities.
  </li>
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   Partner with key account managers to support VIP account planning and alignment.
  </li>
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   Champion continuous improvement (CI) initiatives within the demand planning function to enhance forecasting processes and tools.
  </li>
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   Apply strong analytical and numerical skills to synthesize multiple demand inputs into one reliable demand signal.
  </li>
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   Identify and correct inconsistencies or biases in forecasting data and methodologies.
  </li>
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   Translate customer and market dynamics into accurate forecasts that support business objectives.
  </li>
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   In the event of demand/supply misalignment or constrained supply, provide clear prioritization based on customer and business impact.
  </li>
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   Develop and manage a high-performing team of demand planners; coach and mentor for growth and effectiveness.
  </li>
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   Navigate complex demand scenarios, promotional plans, and new product launches with confidence and clarity.
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  QUALIFICATIONS
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 To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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   B.S. or BA in supply chain management, science and/or engineering. Master or advanced degree (sciences or business) preferred.
  </li>
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   8-10 years of supply chain experience for a global or multi-plant consumer packaged goods company.
  </li>
  <li>
   3-5 years of experience managing teams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience with ERP and Advanced Planning Systems (preferably JDA, E2open or RapidResponse).
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience in developing and implementing supply chain planning processes and managing them through deployment of an APS system.
  </li>
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   Up to 20% travel is required.
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 We are committed to an inclusive workplace where diversity in all its forms is championed. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and we are an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
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