Director of Supply Chain

Director, Global Supply Chain Management

Position Description

The Director of Global Supply Chain Management plays a pivotal role in strategically steering the company’s global supply chain procurement and material planning. The role supervises product procurement, manages contract discussions, and oversees contract production. The Director enhances operational productivity while aligning global operations with overarching corporate goals.

This leader mentors a multifaceted team comprising global strategy leaders, sourcing and planning specialists, and procurement experts. A primary duty involves merging disparate regional supply chain activities into a cohesive, globally coordinated entity. This position reports directly to the VP of Global Manufacturing Operations.

• Strategic Leadership: Lead tactical and strategic Purchasing and Planning divisions to guarantee steady product supply for a global customer base.
• Sourcing Strategy: Design and implement comprehensive sourcing approaches focusing on supplier diversification to mitigate regional dependency risks.
• Negotiation: Coordinate and finalize global contract negotiations to secure advantageous terms and advocate for cost‑saving measures.
• Operational Integration: Drive the consolidation of varied regional supply chains into a synchronized, uniform global end‑to‑end (E2E) system.
• Inventory & Metrics: Establish rigorous inventory control protocols and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess supply chain effectiveness.
• S OP Management: Promote a forward‑thinking Sales & Operations Planning (S OP) process to ensure an integrated operational strategy across engineering, production, and logistics.
• Talent Development: Enhance team capabilities through mentorship, targeted development, and strategic assignments to maintain a cutting‑edge skill set.

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Economics, or a related discipline.
• Experience: 12–15 years of relevant industry experience in procurement and scheduling.
• Certifications: CSCP, CPSD, CPSM, or CPIM preferred;
  Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification required.
• Technical Proficiency: Advanced expertise in Microsoft Office Suite and major ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Soft Skills: Exceptional negotiation, analytical prowess, and a proven track record in unifying global supply chain structures.

1. Supply Chain Stability & Risk Mitigation

• Sourcing Diversification: Identify and qualify alternative suppliers outside of current high‑concentration regions to minimize currency risk and optimize performance.
• Target:
  Achieve 90% qualified second sourcing for critical commodities by EOY.
• Investment Analytics: Perform ROI analytics on required capital investments for diversification initiatives.

2. Compliance & Standards

• Regulatory Adherence: Ensure the supply chain organization adheres to federal regulations and cybersecurity/supply chain standards (equivalent to NIST 800‑161 & 800‑53).
• Cross‑Functional Alignment:
  Collaborate with federal alliance and sales teams to strengthen alignment with organizational requirements.

3. Planning & Delivery Optimization