Supply Chain Director

Position Summary

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing the company’s end-to-end supply chain strategy across procurement, production planning, logistics, inventory, and distribution. This individual will lead a team of 20–30 professionals, ensuring operational excellence, cost efficiency, and alignment with overall business goals in a fast-paced industrial manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate is a strategic leader who thrives on driving continuous improvement, building strong supplier partnerships, and leveraging data to optimize performance across the supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership
• Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with company growth and production objectives.
• Lead and mentor a cross-functional team across procurement, planning, logistics, and materials management.
• Drive a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Procurement & Supplier Management
• Oversee sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, and contract management to ensure competitive pricing and reliable supply.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and partners.
• Manage supplier performance, risk mitigation, and compliance with quality and delivery standards.
• Planning & Inventory Management
• Direct demand forecasting, production scheduling, and inventory optimization to meet customer and plant requirements.
• Implement best practices for material flow, warehouse management, and just-in-time (JIT) delivery.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to balance cost, service, and flexibility.
• Logistics & Distribution
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring timely and cost-effective transportation of raw materials and finished goods.
• Optimize freight, warehousing, and third-party logistics (3PL) performance.
• Ensure compliance with all shipping, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Continuous Improvement
• Identify and implement lean initiatives and process improvements throughout the supply chain.
• Utilize data analytics and KPIs to drive performance and cost savings.
• Collaborate with engineering, operations, and quality to streamline production support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience within manufacturing or industrial environments.
• Proven success managing teams of 20+ employees across multiple functions.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel or data analysis tools.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Key Competencies

• Strategic & Analytical Thinking
• Leadership & Team Development
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Cost Reduction & Efficiency Optimization
• ERP & Systems Integration
• Change Management
• Cross-Functional Collaboration