Global Supply Chain Director (VP Succession Plan)

Compensation: $240,000 - $250,000 + PAID Relocation

The Global Supply Chain Director is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain operations across multiple regions worldwide. This leadership role involves strategic planning, execution, and continuous improvement of supply chain processes to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with the company’s business objectives. The position oversees the regional supply chain organizations.

Responsibilities:

1. Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive global supply chain strategy aligned with corporate goals.

• Lead the design and execution of supply chain initiatives to improve service levels, reduce costs, and enhance operational efficiency.

• Monitor global market trends, risks, and opportunities to proactively adjust supply chain strategies.

• Supply Chain Operations Management:

• Oversee material and production planning, inventory management across all regions.

• Ensure supply chain processes comply with regulatory requirements and company policies.

• Drive capacity planning to meet customer requirements and minimize stockouts or excess inventory.

• Team Leadership and Development:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing global supply chain team.

• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and accountability.

• Manage organizational structure and resource allocation to support business needs.

• Financial Management:

• Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost control and financial efficiency.

• Analyze supply chain metrics and KPIs to drive data-informed decision-making.

• Report on supply chain performance to senior leadership and stakeholders.

• Technology and Innovation:

• Leverage supply chain technologies (ERP, dashboards, analytics tools) to enhance visibility and control.

• Promote adoption of digital transformation initiatives and automation to improve supply chain agility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a global leadership role.

• Proven track record of supply chain transformation and corresponding results in complex, multi-regional supply chains.

• Strong knowledge of inventory management, and production planning.

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience with supply chain software and data analytics tools.

• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage cross-cultural teams.

• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking capabilities.