Director of Supply Chain Strategy

Saronic•Austin, TX

About The Position

Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms. Role Overview The Director of Supply Chain Strategy is responsible for defining, aligning, and executing long-term supply chain strategies that enable scalable, resilient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with operations, engineering, finance, and executive leadership to translate business objectives into actionable supply chain initiatives across sourcing, planning, logistics, and supplier performance.

Requirements

Bachelorâs degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, manufacturing operations, or strategy roles.
Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into executive-level insights.
Proven ability to influence across functions without direct authority.

Nice To Haves

Masterâs degree (MBA, MS Supply Chain, or similar).
Experience in high-growth, complex, or vertically integrated manufacturing environments.
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning tools.
Experience with NPI, defense/aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with company growth, product roadmap, and manufacturing footprint.
Identify and execute strategic initiatives related to cost reduction, lead-time improvement, risk mitigation, vertical integration, and make/buy decisions.
Drive supply chain maturity through process standardization, governance, and best-practice adoption.
Own long-range capacity planning and network strategy (suppliers, manufacturing, distribution).
Build data-driven models to support strategic decisions (should-cost, total cost of ownership, inventory optimization, scenario planning).
Establish and track KPIs related to cost, service, resilience, inventory, and supplier performance.
Partner with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic investment cases.
Act as a strategic partner to Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, and Product teams.
Support new product introduction (NPI) strategy, including supplier readiness, ramp planning, and lifecycle management.
Influence executive decision-making through clear communication of tradeoffs, risks, and opportunities.
Define supplier segmentation and long-term supplier strategy in partnership with procurement and supplier quality.
Lead supply chain risk assessments and mitigation plans (single-source exposure, geopolitical risk, capacity constraints).
Support dual-sourcing, localization, and supplier development strategies where appropriate.
Build and mentor a high-performing supply chain strategy and analytics capability.
Establish tools, processes, and frameworks that enable scalable decision-making.
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and fact-based execution.

Benefits

Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the companyâs success
Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office