Sr Director Supply Chain

Description

Job Summary:

The Senior Director of Supply Chain is a member of the senior leadership team responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the end-to-end supply chain to support growth across manufacturing, service, and all field / construction operations of Power Secure. The role will directly lead procurement, sourcing, supplier quality, materials planning, and inbound shipping / logistics. Role will work in close coordination with inventory control and warehousing.

This leader will develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy that ensures material availability, cost competitiveness, and a resilient supplier network. The role serves as a key partner to Manufacturing, Engineering, Service, Field Construction/EPC, and Finance to support growth and drive operational excellence. This position requires a hands-on, cross-functional leader with deep experience in manufacturing supply chains, strong business acumen, and executive-level leadership and communication skills.

The ideal candidate must also demonstrate the ability to scale operations effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

(Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):

- Experience o 15+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 7+ years in senior leadership roles. o Proven experience developing end-to-end supply chain and sourcing strategies to support significant business growth (2x-3x+). o Deep experience in vertically integrated manufacturing & assembly operation environments is required; experience with fabrication, welding, switch gear and controls, and/or power generation equipment is preferred. o Demonstrated success negotiating supplier contracts exceeding $100 million and managing multi-year master service agreements in both domestic and international supplier partners.

- Leadership and Change Management o Strategic thinker with strong execution skills and the ability to lead through change in fast-paced environments. o Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional team development skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.

- Education and Certifications o Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA or M.S. in Supply Chain Management preferred. Professional certification such as ISM-CPSM or ASCM-CSCP required; CPIM or a similar certification preferred.

- Technical and Business Skills o Strong ERP/MRP systems experience, including IFS, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms. o Demonstrated success in cost reduction, supplier performance improvement, and scaling supply chain operations to support growth. o Strong financial, analytical, and data-driven decision-making capabilities. o Deep understanding of procurement and sourcing strategies, MRP planning, production support processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. End-to-End Supply Chain Leadership
- Lead all supply chain and sourcing functions from demand planning through procurement, materials management, and production support
- Ensure material availability and efficient flow of materials in alignment with production schedules and customer delivery commitments
- Drive alignment across sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics teams to improve coordination and eliminate silos
2. Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation
- Develop and execute a multi-year supply chain strategy aligned to business growth, operational priorities and new product introductions
- Build scalable systems, processes, automation, and organizational capabilities to support expansion and transformation. Leverage and apply AI for organizational and process efficiency.
3. Procurement & Sourcing Excellence
- Establish best-in-class sourcing and procurement strategies across all commodities
- Develop an overall inbound shipping and logistics plans including consignment stock strategies
- Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and long-term partnership development
- Drive cost-out initiatives while balancing quality, lead time, and service levels
- Oversee supplier risk management and continuity planning
4. Materials Planning & Production Support
- Ensure robust MRP planning processes, parameter governance, and effective ERP utilization Drive improvements in purchased part availability at shop order start while reducing shortages and production disruptions
- Implement planning strategies that improve schedule attainment, inventory performance, and production readiness
5. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
- Implement Lean and continuous improvement methodologies across supply chain
- Develop and monitor KPIs, including: o On-time delivery o Supplier performance o Cost savings / PPV
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply chain disruptions
6. Cross-Functional Leadership
- Build close peer relationships and partner closely with: o Manufacturing (production readiness and throughput) o Production…