Global Supply Chain Director (VP Succession Plan) (1206)

Title: Global Supply Chain Director (VP Succession Plan)  

Location: Pittsburgh, PA 

Domain: Basic Chemical Manufacturing

Recruiter Notes:

• The incumbent will be primed for succession planning to move into the VP role within 2-3 years so they must be qualified to do so. 
• The client is looking for somebody with transformational ERP system experience - they have 30+ ERPs and are looking to streamline. 
• Must have GLOBAL experience.
• Must be willing to relocate within 1 year.
• They are looking to hire somebody ASAP.  They would have started them last week if they had the right person.
• They want someone ideally from a BEST in CLASS Supply Chain Org (i.e. top 20 companies)
• The Hiring Manager has been with the company for 20 years - NO JOB HOPPERS!
• $1.2 Billion in inventory, scope of budget will be $800M - this is a Fortune 500 company.

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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. 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.
  
  
  

  Thanks & Regards,