Senior Director, Digital Supply Chain Platforms & Transformation

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!Senior Director, Digital Supply Chain Platforms & TransformationReports to: Chief Information OfficerScope: Global | Enterprise Supply Planning Ecosystem | Multi-site ManufacturingThe OpportunityLumentum seeks a transformational technology leader to modernize and lead its global Digital Supply Chain Applications portfolio. This executive will own strategy, execution, and performance of advanced planning platforms supporting a complex, multi-site manufacturing network.This mandate goes beyond system ownership—this leader will redefine how supply, demand, material, and capacity planning operate by re-architecting the digital backbone that enables demand fulfillment, manufacturing responsiveness, inventory optimization, and customer service excellence.Reporting to the CIO, this leader will define and execute a next-generation Digital Supply Chain strategy, leveraging advanced planning platforms, automation, analytics, and modern data architectures to create a scalable, resilient, and intelligent supply network.The individual will lead teams of experienced professionals across multiple geographies, providing world-class support for global supply chain planning operations. The role requires strong cross-functional leadership and partnership across Demand Planning, Capacity Planning, Sales, Marketing, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Fabs, Logistics, Finance, Procure to Pay and Plan to Produce processes and IT to improve and automate supply chain planning and execution efficiency.Strategic MandateThe Senior Director will lead a transformation agenda focused on:Modernizing the supply planning ecosystem (APS, ERP integrations, PLM, analytics)Building an integrated, cloud-enabled planning architecture across manufacturing, sourcing, logistics, and financeAdvancing forecasting, scenario modeling, and predictive analyticsElevating automation across material and capacity planning workflows and reducing manual interventionsEnabling real-time supply network visibility and control tower capabilitiesStrengthening master data governance and system resiliencyAdvancing S&OP / IBP (Integrated Business Planning) maturity across the enterpriseThe objective is to shift planning from reactive execution to predictive orchestration.Core AccountabilitiesDigital Architecture & Platform LeadershipOwn the global Advanced Planning System (APS) ecosystem and ERP integrations.Design scalable integration across ERP, PLM, manufacturing systems, and analytics platforms.Establish governance models for performance, data integrity, standards, and system lifecycle management.Partner with Enterprise Architecture to modernize integration and cloud strategy.Transformation & Business ImpactLead large-scale modernization initiatives across global stakeholders.Improve forecast accuracy, planning cycle time, service levels, and working capital performance.Embed scenario modeling and digital twin capabilities into executive decision processes.Advanced Analytics & AutomationDeploy predictive modeling and AI-enabled decision support tools.Implement control tower capabilities to synchronize supply-demand signals in real time.Elevate KPI visibility across OTIF, inventory turns, and capacity utilization.Build a data foundation enabling advanced analytics and continuous optimization.Operational ExcellenceOwn end-to-end accountability for supply planning applications supporting all business units and customer supply requirements.Ensure planning systems are robust, scalable, and responsive to evolving business needs.Oversee advanced planning and execution systems, improving plan automation, forecast stability, and decision velocity.Align planning outputs (factory build plans, material plans, capacity plans) with execution and resolve discrepancies.Success MetricsImproved OTIF and service performanceMeasurable increase in forecast accuracyInventory and working capital optimizationReduction in planning cycle timeIncreased automation across planning workflowsImproved system reliability and integration performanceIdeal Candidate ProfileWe are seeking a digitally fluent, enterprise-scale leader with:15+ years of progressive supply chain technology leadership experienceProven success leading APS/ERP transformation programs in global manufacturing environmentsDeep expertise in advanced planning platforms (e.g., Kinaxis, Blue Yonder, or equivalent)Strong ERP ecosystem knowledge (Oracle preferred)Experience integrating planning systems with PLM and manufacturing systemsDemonstrated ability to apply AI/ML to supply chain planning and decision supportExecutive presence with the ability to influence at C-level and board levelWillingness to travel domestically and internationallyLeadership CharacteristicsThe successful candidate will:Think architecturally and execute pragmaticallyBalance operational stability with bold innovationTranslate data into enterprise decisionsOperate comfortably in high-complexity, high-velocity environmentsInspire teams to build the future, not just maintain the presentWhy This Role MattersThis position will shape the digital core of Lumentum’s global supply chain. The VP will transform planning into a strategic differentiator—enabling resilience, agility, and competitive advantage in a dynamic global market. This is a platform-building, enterprise-impact leadership rolePay Range:P95-USA-1 :$193,050.00 - $275,800.00Disclaimer:Final base salary for the successful candidate will depend on multiple factors, including but not limited to, job location, where work will be performed, qualifications, work history and relevant experience. With our continual goal of making Lumentum a best place to work for our employees, we strive to offer employees competitive total compensation packages, which may include annual bonus, commission for certain sales roles, equity, and health and welfare benefits.SummaryLocation: USA - CA - San Jose (Auto)Type: Full time