Sr. Director of Supply Chain Management

Senior Director of Supply Chain Management

Department
: FLEXRACK Center
Location
:
Cleveland, OH
Supervisor
:
Head of Tracker Operations
FLSA Status
:
Exempt
Position Status
:
Permanent;
Full-Time
Work Status
:
Hybrid

The Senior Director of Supply Chain Management leads and optimizes end‑to‑end supply chain operations, focusing on strategic sourcing, logistics, material flow, and vendor management to support utility‑scale solar and racking system projects. The role coordinates procurement, planning, and distribution to meet project timelines, control costs, and support business growth. The Director collaborates with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to negotiate favorable terms, secure critical materials, and mitigate supply and logistics risks.

Leveraging data and analytics, the Director improves forecasting accuracy, lead time reliability, and supplier performance, driving cost‑saving opportunities, enhancing inventory turns, and supporting margin improvement. The position reports to senior leadership and aligns supply chain operations with long‑term strategic goals.

Reports to:

Head of Tracker Operations (or other senior executive as designated by the CEO). Hybrid work based in Cleveland, OH, Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 AM or 9:00‑6:00 PM EST. Travel up to 30% required.

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Supply Chain Management and Purchasing functions, including direct and indirect procurement.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies that maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials to support current and future production needs.
• Oversee the planning and implementation of purchasing operations, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Establish and enforce sourcing procedures and best practices, ensuring alignment with company policies and compliance standards.
• Monitor inventory levels against production schedules, addressing discrepancies and initiating corrective actions to maintain material flow.
• Identify and resolve inefficiencies within the supply chain, implementing long‑term corrective measures to optimize operations.
• Manage cost efficiency while meeting production and delivery requirements.
• Oversee accurate inventory adjustments for scrapped, replaced, or displaced materials.
• Ensure complete and clear data is available for all prospective and active purchase orders.
• Collaborate with the Engineering team to validate and update bills of materials, ensuring accuracy across all departments.
• Communicate proactively with Production Management regarding potential delays or material shortages that may impact production schedules.
• Implement and maintain procedures that validate accurate receipt of purchased materials and alignment with purchase orders.
• Maintain organized documentation to support purchasing activities and facilitate quick access to key information.
• Ensure the Purchasing team provides up‑to‑date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with company safety policies.
• Promote continuous learning and training within the supply chain team to stay current with industry best practices and technologies.
• Cultivate strong, productive relationships with vendors while staying informed on market trends that may affect material supply and demand.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the Purchasing team to drive performance and accountability.
• Review and refine procurement practices to align with best‑in‑class inventory and sourcing standards.
• Ensure accurate, consistent data management within supply chain systems, including vendor records, order quantities, and inventory levels.
• Cross‑train team members to ensure operational continuity and resilience across all supply chain and purchasing functions.
• Regular attendance, in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.
• Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management.

• Master’s degree in supply chain management, business, sustainability or any relevant field.
• 10 years of experience in…