Director of Supply Chain and Mfg Excellence

Baxters North America Inc • Cincinnati, OH

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About The Position

A Director of Supply Chain and Manufacturing Excellence leads a team responsible for building strategic plans for the end-to-end optimization of Manufacturing, Procurement, logistical flows, and Capex/OPEX projects. This key role develops and analyses strategic projects across the Operations Executive leadership team to optimize the middle of the P&L, across all manufacturing sites and Operational functions, allow clear finance and strategic project reporting. Ensuring Operations exceed budgeted standards delivering enhanced margins.

Requirements

• 10+ Years of experience or progressive experience in supply chain, operations, or manufacturing leadership roles.
• Demonstrated experience in manufacturing operations referred.
• Proven success implementing Lean programs and driving measurable performance improvements.
• Experience with ERP systems, S&OP processes and supply chain analytics.
• 3+ Years of Management Experience.
• Supply Chain System, Logistics, Procurement, Manufacturing Processes, Troubleshooting, Resource Allocation, ERP Systems, Business Acumen, Strong Execution Capability, Excellent Communication Skills, Leadership, Change Management Skills, Analytical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Integrity, and Operational Excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree or MBA in Engineering or Operations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Excellence Strategy: Development with Site General managers and industrial engineering creating a comprehensive roadmap for manufacturing excellence programs, key KPIs, prioritizing programs that improve quality, cost, and cycle time, enabling variance controls
• End-to-End Supply Management: Supporting the centralized Procurement team, driving optimized inventory programs, focus spend and vendor consolidation reviews, and logistical analysis to ensure reduced leakage, and optimized buying patterns and inventory planning
• Continuous OPEX Improvement: Champions a culture of Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen to eliminate waste and drive tactical solutions
• Targeted Capex program: Development and analysis of strategic capex and Opex programs, combining industrial engineering, Technical and NPD function to return optimized ROI
• Leadership: Build a high‑performing team by developing leadership capabilities, fostering accountability, and empowering decision‑making. Create and maintain a culture of operational discipline, problem‑solving, and proactive improvement. Champion training and capability development programs to enhance skills in Lean, Six Sigma, and supply chain best practices.
• Collaborate with production and supporting departments to ensure the food safety and quality of our products.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director