Senior Manager, Supply Chain – Foundations

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary Supply Chain liaison to the NX Foundation Solutions team, ensuring alignment on all demand/supply plans, material readiness, installation equipment readiness and on-time project delivery schedules.
• Lead end-to-end supply chain execution for Foundation Solutions construction projects from early-stage handoff (70%, 90%, 100%) through delivery, closeout, and field support.
• Own the on-time and on-budget project delivery for Foundation hardware (Earth Truss® Foundation System, NX Anchor™ Foundation System), Installation Equipment (Truss Driver Machines and Twin Mast Machines), spare parts and up-fit kits to support installation equipment readiness and field operations.
• Partner cross-functionally with key departments—including Product Management, Engineering, Sourcing, Planning, Procurement, Logistics, Trade Compliance, Fleet Management, Finance and Project Operations—to drive integrated planning and execution strategies.
• Ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of all project materials and equipment, meeting committed lead times and budget constraints.
• Design and implement recovery plans to address and remedy project risks or customer escalations related to delayed deliveries or field disruptions.
• Act as the first line of escalation within the Supply Chain organization for the Foundation Solutions business, resolving issues proactively and collaboratively.
• Provide frequent executive-level reporting, including KPIs, budget performance, supplier delivery metrics, and project risk assessments.
• Establish robust spare parts programs to support field service operations and extend uptime of deployed equipment.
• Work closely with the Fleet Center Operations team to manage consumables, tools, and machine inventory for seamless construction support.
• Support sourcing strategy development by providing forward-looking demand forecasts and coordinating with the Global Commodity and Strategic Supply Chain teams.
• Implement and enforce policies, procedures, and inventory control systems to optimize efficiency and ensure adherence to company and compliance requirements.
• Manage and develop the supply chain team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Support the development and implementation of new processes, policies, and procedures required to enable the successful operation and scaling of the NX Foundation Solutions business.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, or Business Administration;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, planning, logistics, or operations, with exposure to construction, solar, industrial equipment, or machinery industries.
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional initiatives and managing regional or global teams.
• Strong planning, forecasting, and inventory management skills, with emphasis on project-based logistics.
• Proven ability to collaborate across functions and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
• Analytical problem-solver with a proactive mindset and the ability to design risk mitigation and recovery strategies.
• Advanced user of planning and data tools (e.g., Anaplan, Excel, Access, ERP systems).
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment with competing priorities.
• Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including site visits, supplier coordination, and project support activities.

• Supply Chain Management
• Inventory Management
• Forecasting
• Logistics Planning
• Project Delivery
• Data Analysis
• Risk Assessment
• Operational Excellence
• Process Improvement
• Budget Management

• Analytical Problem-Solver
• Effective Communication
• Team Leadership
• Collaboration
• Proactive Mindset