Director, Global Supply Chain Management

The Director of Global Supply Chain Management plays a pivotal role in strategically steering the company’s global supply chain procurement and material planning. This entails supervising product procurement, managing contract discussions, strategizing, and overseeing contract production. The director not only enhances operational productivity but also aligns operations with the overarching company's 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, ensuring consistent and standardized strategies are practiced. They also diligently monitor key metrics such as inventory status and delivery timelines to maintain supply chain and customer delivery optimization. This position directly reports to the VP of Global Manufacturing Operations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the Purchasing (both tactical & strategic) and Planning divisions, guaranteeing steady product supply for global customers.
• Design and implement a comprehensive sourcing approach, focusing on both elite and value-driven regions, with a special consideration for supplier diversification, extending beyond China.
• Coordinate and finalize global contract negotiations to secure company-advantageous terms.
• Advocate for cost-saving measures across the entire supply chain.
• Establish and monitor rigorous inventory control protocols in all global locations.
• Design and track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to assess the effectiveness of the global supply chain.
• Drive the consolidation of varied regional supply chains into a synchronized global system.
• Develop alternate sourcing strategies to reduce dependence on primary suppliers.
• Promote a forward-thinking Sales & Operations Planning process, ensuring an integrated operational strategy.
• Encourage partnerships with interdisciplinary teams, including engineering, production, logistics, and sales & operations planning.
• Enhance the Purchasing and Planning team’s capabilities through mentorship, targeted education and development, and strategic assignments.
• Identify and address operational challenges by implementing uniform global end-to-end (E2E) supply chain strategies.
• Continually facilitate interdepartmental dialogues, connecting business sectors and IT for optimized operations.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A bachelor's or master's degree in supply chain management, Business, Economics, or a similar discipline.
• At least 12-15 years of relevant industry experience in both procurement and scheduling.
• Preferred certifications: CSCP, CPSD, CPSM, CPIM.
• Six Sigma Green or Black Belt Certification.
• Proven track record in global contract negotiations.
• Skillful in unifying global supply chain structures.
• Strong analytical prowess with a focus on data-informed decisions.
• Exceptional negotiation, relationship-building, and communication abilities.
• Fluency in Microsoft Office Suite and pertinent ERP systems, with a preference for SAP.
• Established expertise in team leadership, mentorship, and capability enhancement.