Director of Materials at Sea-Bird Scientific

Director, Materials Sea‑Bird Scientific, a Veralto company, is the world’s largest developer and manufacturer of products for measuring salinity, temperature, pressure, dissolved oxygen, fluorescence, nutrients and related oceanographic parameters in marine waters. We offer products to support best‑in‑class oceanography and climate science. We offer an entrepreneurial environment that is team‑centered, customer‑driven, quality‑focused, and growth‑oriented. At Sea‑Bird Scientific and Veralto, you’ll be part of a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do every day directly supports the health and sustainability of our oceans and their ecosystems, and where you’ll have access to robust opportunities to deepen your skillset and develop your career. About Sea‑Bird Scientific Sea‑Bird Scientific is proud to be part of the Water Quality segment of Veralto (NYSE: VLTO), a $5B global leader dedicated to ensuring access to clean water, safe food and medicine, and trusted essential goods. When you join Veralto’s vibrant global network of 17,000 associates, you join a unique culture and work environment where purpose meets possibility: where the work you do has an everyday impact on the resources and essentials we all rely on, and where you’ll have valuable opportunities to deepen your skillset, pursue your ambitions, and grow your career. Responsibilities Reporting to the Vice President, Operations & VES, responsible for leading Sea‑Bird’s materials strategy across planning, procurement, supplier management, and inventory optimization. Own the Planning, Sales, and Inventory (PSI) process and drive continuous improvement to ensure high On‑Time Delivery (OTD), supply continuity, and cost productivity. Operate with a high degree of autonomy while serving as a people leader, strategic partner, and change agent—developing talent, strengthening supplier partnerships, and aligning materials strategy with Sea‑Bird and Veralto objectives. Lead the PSI process to balance demand, supply, and inventory targets. Drive continuous improvement of planning and procurement processes to achieve and sustain high OTD. Coaching, mentoring, and developing a high‑performing materials and procurement team. Serve as a key member of the operations leadership team, contributing to enterprise strategy and executive development. Establish standards to meet inventory targets, PFEP objectives, and the reduction of aged inventory. Negotiate and manage global supplier agreements to improve quality, delivery, cost and innovation (QDCI). Lead supplier consolidation initiatives and reduce reliance on sole or single‑source suppliers. Partner with Corporate Purchasing and Commodity Leaders to leverage scale and enterprise sourcing strategies. Conduct business reviews with key suppliers to assess performance, development, and growth opportunities. Deploy Veralto supply‑base management practices with a focus on supplier risk management and supply interruption mitigation. Lead annual VAVE initiatives and material cost productivity programs aligned with Veralto KPI standards. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business or a related field required. 10+ years of experience in purchasing and/or supply chain management in a manufacturing operations setting. At least 5 years of experience leading and developing teams, including direct people‑management responsibility in a materials, procurement, or supply‑chain function. Experience developing and executing global sourcing strategies, including low‑cost region (LCR) sourcing. Demonstrated experience negotiating and managing global supplier agreements. Experience leading planning, inventory, and cost‑productivity initiatives. Master’s in Business Administration (nice to have). Lean manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience (nice to have). Benefits Paid holidays and a flexible paid time off policy. Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision). 401(k) with employer match. Training, on‑the‑job development, and career coaching. Total rewards that support your wellbeing at work and beyond. Compensation US ONLY: The below range reflects the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. The compensation range for this role is $160,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD per year. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance and 401(k) to eligible employees. 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