Director of supply chain operations job description
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Director of supply chain operations requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in director of supply chain operations job postings.
Sample director of supply chain operations requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, logistics, supply chain, or related field.
- At least 5 years of experience in supply chain management.
- Knowledge of warehouse operations and inventory control.
- Experience with supply chain management software.
- Familiarity with budgeting and forecasting.
Sample required director of supply chain operations soft skills
- Excellent communication, collaboration, and interpersonal skills.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Organizational and time management capabilities.
- High level of attention to detail.
Director of supply chain operations job description example 1
Management Recruiters International(MRI) director of supply chain operations job description
Director of Operations and Supply Chain, Engineered-To-Order Equipment
Location: Suburban Chicago, IL
Position: #646
Take your operations and supply chain leadership career to a new level with a leading privately-held manufacturer of engineered-to-order equipment used in a wide range of industrial applications.
Our client seeks a Director of Operations and Supply Chain in a newly created role reporting directly to the CEO. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will lead initiative to drive positive change in operations and supply chain in a high mix, low volume, multi-site, multi-team capital equipment manufacturing setting.
If you have an operations and supply chain leadership background along with an interest in lead change initiatives in an established organization that is growing, I'd love to connect to discuss how this leadership opportunity could elevate your career to a new level.
Client Overview
A growing and profitable privately held organization that specializes in the design, manufacturing and servicing engineered-to-order equipment used in a wide variety of industrial applications For more than 100 years, our client has built a reputation for engineering quality and for providing a range of innovative features in custom process equipment Based in suburban Chicago with multiple locations servicing global clients with an installed base of thousands of units worldwide
Position Overview
Responsible for managing production, supply chain, purchasing, and safety teams within a high mix, low assembly volume, multi-site manufacturing organization Responsible for implementing initiatives to improve On-Time-Delivery, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction key performance indicators Partner with the quality leader to drive continuous improvements across the plants to exceed company goals Promote and establish a work environment which makes safety the highest priority Identify, audit, and quality external suppliers for purchased materials, components, and assemblies Oversee and manage procurement activities with a goal of reducing costs while improving OTD and quality Implement best in class supply chain practices
Candidate Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with an MBA preferred At least 10 years operations and supply chain leadership experience within an engineered-to-order setting Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate ideas in a coherent and comprehensive manner Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to travel to company to sister plant about 50% of the time Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without restrictions
Be assured that resumes will be kept strictly confidential until we speak about a specific opportunity and agree to send it to a client of ours. If your experience matches our client's requirements, we will contact you immediately.
Location: Suburban Chicago, IL
Position: #646
Take your operations and supply chain leadership career to a new level with a leading privately-held manufacturer of engineered-to-order equipment used in a wide range of industrial applications.
Our client seeks a Director of Operations and Supply Chain in a newly created role reporting directly to the CEO. As a key member of the executive leadership team, you will lead initiative to drive positive change in operations and supply chain in a high mix, low volume, multi-site, multi-team capital equipment manufacturing setting.
If you have an operations and supply chain leadership background along with an interest in lead change initiatives in an established organization that is growing, I'd love to connect to discuss how this leadership opportunity could elevate your career to a new level.
Client Overview
A growing and profitable privately held organization that specializes in the design, manufacturing and servicing engineered-to-order equipment used in a wide variety of industrial applications For more than 100 years, our client has built a reputation for engineering quality and for providing a range of innovative features in custom process equipment Based in suburban Chicago with multiple locations servicing global clients with an installed base of thousands of units worldwide
Position Overview
Responsible for managing production, supply chain, purchasing, and safety teams within a high mix, low assembly volume, multi-site manufacturing organization Responsible for implementing initiatives to improve On-Time-Delivery, quality, cost, and customer satisfaction key performance indicators Partner with the quality leader to drive continuous improvements across the plants to exceed company goals Promote and establish a work environment which makes safety the highest priority Identify, audit, and quality external suppliers for purchased materials, components, and assemblies Oversee and manage procurement activities with a goal of reducing costs while improving OTD and quality Implement best in class supply chain practices
Candidate Requirements
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering with an MBA preferred At least 10 years operations and supply chain leadership experience within an engineered-to-order setting Good interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate ideas in a coherent and comprehensive manner Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to travel to company to sister plant about 50% of the time Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without restrictions
Be assured that resumes will be kept strictly confidential until we speak about a specific opportunity and agree to send it to a client of ours. If your experience matches our client's requirements, we will contact you immediately.
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Director of supply chain operations job description example 2
G.A.F. Seelig director of supply chain operations job description
Spring/Summer term - must be able to work full time for 6 months starting in January of 2023
Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You'll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in engineering, supply chain/logistics, or procurement/purchasing. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return to GAF Corporation for additional terms while you continue your education. During your assignment, you will have a mentor - someone who will act as a coach to help you better understand both our company and your work responsibilities. **You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.**
**Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Provide logistics support for site operations (Transportation, Warehousing/Shipping/Planning/Purchasing)
+ Perform distribution cost analyses and create adhoc reports
+ Research problems and provide best logistics service and cost solutions
+ Assist in defining and documenting process improvements
+ Serve as team member, or designated leader in some area of the logistics function
**Requirements:**
+ **Must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (Jan - June 2023).**
+ Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or Supply Chain/Logistics, or Procurement/Purchasing
+ All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, at least sophomore standing.
+ Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment.
+ Candidates should also have computer skills in Google, MS Excel, MS Word. Basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.
+ Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leadership from multiple functional areas.
At GAF, we believe our employees are our greatest resource. GAF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to workplace diversity. M/F/D/V.
For more information or to apply, please visit our website at **www.gaf.com**
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
Co-Opportunity is a chance for you to learn about your chosen field in a real work environment with experienced GAF professionals. You'll be involved in high-profile projects as an integral member of our working teams. We offer full-time assignments to those students who are working toward undergraduate or graduate degrees in engineering, supply chain/logistics, or procurement/purchasing. Each assignment lasts a school term, and you may be invited to return to GAF Corporation for additional terms while you continue your education. During your assignment, you will have a mentor - someone who will act as a coach to help you better understand both our company and your work responsibilities. **You will receive a competitive salary and - depending on location - a temporary living allowance or relocation allowance.**
**Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:**
+ Provide logistics support for site operations (Transportation, Warehousing/Shipping/Planning/Purchasing)
+ Perform distribution cost analyses and create adhoc reports
+ Research problems and provide best logistics service and cost solutions
+ Assist in defining and documenting process improvements
+ Serve as team member, or designated leader in some area of the logistics function
**Requirements:**
+ **Must be able to work full-time for a minimum of 6-months (Jan - June 2023).**
+ Must be pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, or Supply Chain/Logistics, or Procurement/Purchasing
+ All candidates must have a minimum 2.8 GPA, at least sophomore standing.
+ Problem solving, project management and communication skills are all necessary as is the ability to operate in a team environment.
+ Candidates should also have computer skills in Google, MS Excel, MS Word. Basic knowledge of MS Visio and Auto CAD.
+ Each rotation typically culminates with a formal report-out presentation to a group of GAF leadership from multiple functional areas.
At GAF, we believe our employees are our greatest resource. GAF is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to workplace diversity. M/F/D/V.
For more information or to apply, please visit our website at **www.gaf.com**
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
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Director of supply chain operations job description example 3
Michael Page director of supply chain operations job description
The will be responsible for partnering with the C-level to develop and implement Supply Chain strategies across several manufacturing sites. This Director will play a very strategic part in the overall business direction and vision for the organization. Additional responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:
* Lead all activities related to Operations; Supply Chain: Central Planning, Import/Export, and Material Management
* Responsible for 75 MM USD in Factory Costs & SC Costs Budget.
* Manage 3 facilities/ manufacturing locations across NA
* Ensure planning is executed through stratified processes over appropriate planning horizons. Liaise with appropriate corporate groups in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Liaise with appropriate customer functions in the same.
* Continue to deliver Maintenance Best Practices to improve reliability and optimize assets.
* With Finance, manage the CAPEX planning process to drive approval of specific projects, resource allocation and target-setting for individual projects for Cocoa NA.
* Optimize capacity utilization through contributions to facility fit decisions and long-term campaign planning. Collaborate with multiple corporate functions on the same.
* Establish and maintain a stable supply of all direct, indirect and MRO materials required to operate the sites
* Drive identification of long-term strategies to minimize cost of goods manufactured (COGM) at the site and support operational excellence at the site through supply chain functions
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will have:
* Minimum of 10 years of progressive supply chain/ Operations experience
* Exceptional leadership skills with ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt their style and approach as needed.
* Excellent project management skills. Validated experience to be able to complete projects on time and within budget.
* Experience in a manufacturing/ distribution facility, hands on operations experience
* Knowledge of Lean Methodology - mindset
* Experience with Sales & Operational planning
* Exceptional presentation and communication skills. Ability to work seamlessly with various levels of partners.
* Superior analytical, mathematical and problem solving with a variety of variables where limited information may be available.
* Able to travel up to 40% across North America
Our client is a leading Multi Billion dollar Global Food Corporation that is poised for growth. Seen as the world's best manufacturer of their respected products, they have been around for over 30 years, and have over 10,000 employees across 40 countries. This newly created Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will lead all activities related to Operations; Supply Chain: Central Planning, Import/Export, Material Management, and all manufacturing processes for their largest BU with revenues of roughly half a Billion.
The compensation for the Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will be highly competitive with a 30% bonus and is commensurate with candidate experience.This role can also sit in PA
* Lead all activities related to Operations; Supply Chain: Central Planning, Import/Export, and Material Management
* Responsible for 75 MM USD in Factory Costs & SC Costs Budget.
* Manage 3 facilities/ manufacturing locations across NA
* Ensure planning is executed through stratified processes over appropriate planning horizons. Liaise with appropriate corporate groups in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process. Liaise with appropriate customer functions in the same.
* Continue to deliver Maintenance Best Practices to improve reliability and optimize assets.
* With Finance, manage the CAPEX planning process to drive approval of specific projects, resource allocation and target-setting for individual projects for Cocoa NA.
* Optimize capacity utilization through contributions to facility fit decisions and long-term campaign planning. Collaborate with multiple corporate functions on the same.
* Establish and maintain a stable supply of all direct, indirect and MRO materials required to operate the sites
* Drive identification of long-term strategies to minimize cost of goods manufactured (COGM) at the site and support operational excellence at the site through supply chain functions
MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.
The Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will have:
* Minimum of 10 years of progressive supply chain/ Operations experience
* Exceptional leadership skills with ability to work in a dynamic environment and adapt their style and approach as needed.
* Excellent project management skills. Validated experience to be able to complete projects on time and within budget.
* Experience in a manufacturing/ distribution facility, hands on operations experience
* Knowledge of Lean Methodology - mindset
* Experience with Sales & Operational planning
* Exceptional presentation and communication skills. Ability to work seamlessly with various levels of partners.
* Superior analytical, mathematical and problem solving with a variety of variables where limited information may be available.
* Able to travel up to 40% across North America
Our client is a leading Multi Billion dollar Global Food Corporation that is poised for growth. Seen as the world's best manufacturer of their respected products, they have been around for over 30 years, and have over 10,000 employees across 40 countries. This newly created Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will lead all activities related to Operations; Supply Chain: Central Planning, Import/Export, Material Management, and all manufacturing processes for their largest BU with revenues of roughly half a Billion.
The compensation for the Regional Director of Supply Chain Operations will be highly competitive with a 30% bonus and is commensurate with candidate experience.This role can also sit in PA
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Updated March 14, 2024
Updated March 14, 2024