Director of Supply Chain

About the position

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the full supply chain across the company, leading the corporate procurement team, and ensuring strategic alignment with company goals. This leadership role requires a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, with the ability to guide process improvements, manage complex supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization initiatives at a global scale.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage, and mentor a growing corporate procurement team, including setting clear goals, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Direct all corporate procurement activities, including goods and materials procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and contract execution to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Establish and maintain high-level supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with supplier contracts and driving contract execution across all levels.
• Review, improve, and standardize procurement processes and procedures.
• Implement systems and strategies that enhance the procurement function’s effectiveness, and continuously drive improvements in team performance and supplier performance.
• Leverage knowledge of global market conditions and supply chain trends to forecast challenges and opportunities.
• Define and implement strategies for inventory management, achieving inventory turn targets while maintaining an on-time delivery performance.
• Oversee the maintenance of material master data, including updates within procurement systems.
• Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for both internal team performance and external supplier performance.
• Work closely with other departments (e.g., finance, engineering, manufacturing) to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business goals.

Requirements

• Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• In-depth experience with SAP for procurement, materials management, and supply chain functions.
• Solid understanding of global market trends and their impact on procurement and supply chain operations.
• Ability to think long-term, develop strategic initiatives, and align procurement activities with broader organizational goals.
• Strong ability to think creatively, develop solutions, and drive process improvements.
• Proven track record of managing complex projects, particularly in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong understanding of financial principles with the ability to perform cost/benefit analysis and budgeting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• A minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) or similar certifications are a plus.

Benefits

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs.
• 401(k) program with employer matching.
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations.
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities.