Director Global Supply Chain

Cold Jet•Loveland, OH

About The Position

The Director of Global Supply Chain is responsible for the strategic design and operational execution of Cold Jet’s end-to-end global supply chain. This role oversees aggressive strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives, while implementing inventory management strategies to support Cold Jet’s manufacturing and distribution facilities. Serves as a visionary leader who champions a high-performance culture rooted in transparency, accountability, and pursuit of excellence across all supply chain functions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or sourcing management
8-10 or more years of experience with global sourcing or supply chain strategy and leadership in the manufacturing sector.
Experience with capital goods/machinery/devices preferred.
Additional experience in inventory optimization and/or logistics a plus.
Ability to lead a team of both direct reports and dotted-line reports and function effectively in a matrixed organization
Strong analytical and data management skills
Strong project management skills
Effective problem solver, ability to identify and resolve issues efficiently and effectively
Strong ability to negotiate effectively in the context of various global cultures
Working knowledge of best practices in global procurement.
Working knowledge of ERP systems, especially purchase order entry, job order entry and inventory control functions of ERP systems
Working knowledge of inventory control practices, multi-level bills of material and related activities
Ability to communicate professionally with people on all levels including internal and external
Intermediate to advanced level skills in MS Office suite, including Access

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional Supply Manager (CPSM) desirable

Responsibilities

Develop and execute global sourcing strategies focused on identifying high quality partners and cost savings initiatives
Lead procurement team to negotiate long term contracts and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure scalability
Monitor supplier performance metrics to resolve quality or delivery issues efficiently through proactive problem-solving
Review purchasing procedures and instruction methods for global alignment, accuracy, and improvement
Implement advanced inventory models to balance working capital with the need for part availability for global service departments
Develop comprehensive strategies for inventory levels that span the entire product lifecycle, from initial New Part Introduction (NPI) through service and aftermarket support
Maximize the utilization of ERP systems to automate inventory control functions, ensuring real-time data accuracy
Partner closely with Customer Service and Sales for Demand Planning/S&OP processes and Engineering for New Part Introduction (NPI)
Act as primary project lead for strategic initiatives, providing visibility and regular updates as requested from senior leadership
Champion a culture of continuous improvement across departments
Lead and mentor a diverse team of direct and dotted-line reports in a matrixed environment, focusing on professional growth and the elevation of global best practices
Act as a backup for team members