Director of Supply Chain

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary

Tempo, Inc. is seeking a strategic, operations-support-focused Director of Supply Chain to lead the functions of warehouse, logistics, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing support, and prefabrication logistics. This leader will ensure seamless coordination between operations, inventory, job-site delivery, and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience across logistics, supply chain, and purchasing, and will thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment focused on accuracy, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration.

Reports to: CFO

Key Responsibilities:

Leadership & Strategy

• Analyze inventory turnover rates and make recommendations for stock optimization.
• Lead and develop high-performing warehouse and purchasing teams through effective coaching, collaboration, and accountability.
• Align logistics with company goals, project timelines, and customer commitments.
• Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, operational-customer-centricity, and continuous improvement.
• Implement and maintain structured performance review cycles for all direct reports, including regular check-ins and one-on-one coaching.

Warehouse Oversight

• Oversee and maintain accurate inventory levels across all warehouse sites, trucks, consignment locations, and transfers.
• Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts and be able to reconcile all variances.
• Ensure timely and accurate receiving, job packing, shipping, and inventory management.
• Monitor KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shipping efficiency, and labor productivity.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to optimize layout, processes, and warehouse software utilization.

Procurement & Supply Chain

• Evaluate and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, quality, and delivery terms.
• Ensure purchasing strategies align with project demands, budget targets, and inventory needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve any vendor-related issues.
• Oversee purchase orders for accuracy and ensure timely deliveries.
• Drive vendor performance impro

Cross-Departmental Collaboration

• Serve as the logistics and procurement liaison to key departments: Mechanical, Service, US-EcoLogic, and Accounting.
• Coordinate with finance on budgeting, inventory reconciliation, and supplier invoice discrepancies.

Compliance & Safety

• Enforce safety policies across all logistics operations.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and company protocols.

Reporting & Performance

• Provide regular performance updates to the Chief Administrative Officer.
• Lead data-driven decision-making using internal systems such as Salesforce and Microsoft 365.
• Execute any other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer.

Job Qualifications

• 7-10 years of applicable experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, contract negotiation, inventory systems, and logistics processes.
• Strong knowledge in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain leadership, preferably in HVAC, construction, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of warehouse safety procedures.
• A creative approach to dynamically solve problem.
• Ability to communicate at a high level, both written and verbal, and to both internal and external customers.
• Self-motivated attitude and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft 365; experience with Salesforce preferred.
• Forklift certification is preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred.

Physical Qualifications

• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Must be able to work varying shifts including days, nights, and weekends.

Language Skills

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred

Education and/or Experience

• BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus
• Management experience a minimum 4 years

Benefits:

• Employee ownership (ESOP) with weekly Employer Match up to 20%
• Stock accumulation plan based on continuous service.
• Competitive pay
• 120 hours PTO
• Bereavement Pay
• 7 Paid holidays
• 1 Floating holiday
• Health Insurance ( medical coverage chosen, Dental, Vision Insurance (optional)
• $25,000 life insurance/$25,000 AD&D (additional voluntary life/AD&D products available)
• Disability income protection plan (Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, paid by company)
• 401 (k) savings plan with weekly Employer Match up to 20%
• Continuing education and training programs

Tempo is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by applicable law.