Director of Supply Chain

International Chemical Manufacturing Group

Location: Cincinnati Metropolitan Area, remote with limited travel

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced supply chain executive to join an established international chemical manufacturing organisation.

We are seeking an accomplished Director of Supply Chain to lead and develop the supply chain strategy across a multi-site North American manufacturing business.

This is an influential leadership position offering the opportunity to drive operational excellence, strengthen supply chain performance, develop high-performing teams, and contribute directly to the organisation's continued success.

The Opportunity

Working closely with senior leadership and key functional stakeholders, you will oversee end-to-end supply chain activities, ensuring the effective integration of planning, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and distribution.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with business growth, profitability, and operational objectives.
• Lead, coach, and develop multidisciplinary teams across supply chain functions.
• Drive Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), improving forecasting, production planning, and resource utilisation.
• Develop effective procurement and supplier management strategies to improve cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and supplier performance.
• Optimise inventory, working capital, transportation costs, and distribution performance while maintaining high levels of customer service.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators, driving continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Strengthen supply chain processes, systems, and analytical capabilities to improve decision-making and performance.
• Identify and mitigate operational and supply chain risks, ensuring compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and safety requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

We are interested in speaking with experienced supply chain leaders who can demonstrate:

• A minimum of 10 years' progressive experience in supply chain management, procurement, planning, logistics, or operations within a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years' leadership experience, ideally involving multidisciplinary teams across multiple manufacturing locations.
• A relevant bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Advanced qualifications and professional supply chain certifications would be beneficial.
• Proven success in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that improve operational efficiency, customer service, inventory management, and working capital.
• Strong experience in S&OP, demand planning, procurement, supplier management, and logistics.
• Commercial and financial acumen, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders and deliver measurable business improvements.
• Experience with ERP systems and supply chain planning tools.
• Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and change management skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.

Experience within chemical, process, or other complex industrial manufacturing environments would be advantageous but is not necessary.

Why Join?

This position offers the opportunity to play a key leadership role within an established international manufacturing organisation.

You will have the scope to influence supply chain strategy, deliver meaningful operational improvements, and contribute to the longer-term development of the business.

An attractive remuneration and benefits package is offered, including comprehensive healthcare, retirement benefits, paid time off, and opportunities for career development.

Apply in Confidence

If you are an accomplished supply chain leader seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity within an international manufacturing environment, we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Athena Executive Search & Selection has been exclusively retained to recruit this position on behalf of our client. All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.