Director, Supply Chain

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee the strategic and operational management of procurement, inventory planning and control, and governance of supply chain master data for the AFH and Masterflex business units.

• Formulate and implement global and regional procurement strategies that align with organizational goals.

• Assist in supplier selection, contract negotiations, supplier relationship management, cost savings initiatives, value engineering, and enhancements in supply continuity.

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, contractual obligations, regulatory standards, quality benchmarks, and corporate governance requirements.

• Lead efforts in inventory optimization, setting inventory policies and stocking strategies, and tracking inventory turnover, Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO), fill rates, and stockouts.

• Drive the Supply aspect of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) in collaboration with the Demand Planning department.

• Reduce excess and obsolete inventory while ensuring customer service requirements are met.

• Establish governance frameworks and supervise the accuracy, integrity, and uniformity of supply chain master data.

• Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders on data quality, ERP optimization, system implementations, ERP transformations, and digital supply chain initiatives.

• Lead stewardship of master data and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Create Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and dashboards to track supply chain performance.

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

• Identify and deploy technological solutions that enhance visibility, automation, and operational efficiency.

• Manage procurement expenditures, inventory investments, departmental budgets, cost savings, and working capital enhancement targets.

• Assist in budgeting, forecasting, financial planning, and developing strategic investment business cases.

• Lead and nurture teams in procurement, inventory management, and master data.

• Set performance expectations and development plans, mentor future leaders, and collaborate with HR on succession planning and talent management.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline.

• Over 10 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management.

• Proven experience in leading procurement, inventory planning, and master data functions.

• Strong expertise in supplier management and inventory optimization.

• Familiarity with ERP systems such as Epicor, SAP, Oracle, JDE, or similar platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams in complex global organizations.

• In-depth knowledge of procurement, inventory management, and supply chain best practices.

• Strong grasp of master data governance principles.

• Excellent analytical, financial, and problem-solving capabilities.

• Experience with S&OP and supply planning methodologies.

• Ability to influence senior management and promote organizational change.

• Advanced skills in data analysis and dashboard reporting.

• Exceptional communication, presentation, and leadership skills.

• Preferred certifications include APICS/ASCM (CPIM, CSCP), CPSM, Lean Six Sigma, and PMP.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.

• Wellness programs available.

• Health savings accounts provided.

• Flexible spending accounts offered.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Employee stock purchase program available.

• 11 paid holidays per year.

• 18 days of paid time off (PTO) accrued annually.

• Time off for volunteer activities.

• Six weeks of paid parental leave, except in states that provide paid family leave.

• Opportunities for learning experiences that support career advancement and success.

• A diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.