Executive Director S&OE​/Materials​/Logistics

Executive Director, Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), Materials, Logistics

Location:

Wichita, KS (potentially Norman, OK or Dallas, TX – final location will be determined after hiring).

• Strategic Planning & Leadership – Develop and execute a comprehensive S&OP strategy aligned with regional and global business objectives; provide strategic leadership across demand planning, supply planning, logistics, and materials management; champion continuous improvement, digitalization, and innovation across the Americas supply chain.
• Demand & Capacity Planning – Translate demand forecasts into actionable capacity requirements across manufacturing and distribution; drive forecast accuracy improvements through advanced analytics, collaboration, and governance; lead mid‑to‑long‑term planning processes to ensure supply chain agility and responsiveness.
• Supply Chain Network Governance – Establish robust governance for Supply Chain Network Design (SCND), ensuring alignment with global directives; own and lead the "Intralogistics to Demand" (I2D) process across the Americas; ensure cross‑functional alignment across commercial, operations, and logistics teams.
• Logistics Strategy & Performance – Oversee logistics cost analysis, lead logistics service provider (LSP) tenders and implementations; define and implement logistics quality standards and KPIs across the region; manage regional claims and drive cost and service performance initiatives.
• Transportation & Distribution Optimization – Design and optimize inbound, inter‑facility, and outbound transportation networks across all modes; drive high utilization and benchmark transportation cost performance; lead strategic design and management of warehousing and distribution centers across the Americas; implement operational improvements and digitalization strategies in warehousing and distribution.
• Materials Flow & Packaging Strategy – Develop and execute a holistic materials flow strategy from supplier to customer; optimize inventory, replenishment, and material availability across the network; lead packaging optimization initiatives focused on cost, protection, and sustainability.
• Foreign Trade Compliance – Act as key contact for foreign trade topics within logistics; collaborate closely with C/TX and regional ECO functions to bundle activities related to duty/tariff optimization; mitigate global trade risks and ensure compliance.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive leadership in Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP), supply chain, logistics, or materials management within industrial or HVAC/R sectors.
• Experience with advanced planning systems (APS), ERP (SAP), TMS, WMS platforms, and supply chain analytics.

• MBA or advanced degree.
• Proven success in managing regional or global supply chain operations in complex, matrixed environments.
• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with a proven ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Fluency in English required; proficiency in Spanish highly desirable.
• Ability to travel.

• Travel required as needed across the Americas.
• Fluency in English;
  Spanish language skills a plus.
• Background and drug‑screening clearances required prior to start date.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans.

Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug‑testing. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date.

Your well-being matters at Bosch! We offer a competitive compensation and a benefits package designed to empower you in every area of your life. This includes premium health coverage, a 401(k) with generous matching, resources for financial planning and goal setting, ample paid time off, parental leave, and comprehensive life and disability protection.

Executive

Full‑time