Director - Supply Chain

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Director - Supply Chain

Supply Chain Full Time Senior Management Indianola, IA, Indianola, IA, US

Cemen Tech Inc. — the world leader in volumetric concrete technology — is seeking an experienced Director of Supply Chain to lead and optimize our supply chain operations. This leadership role is responsible for driving strategic sourcing, procurement, inventory management, production planning, and supplier relationships to support operational efficiency, cost management, and continued business growth. Join a team-focused, innovative, employee-owned company where your leadership makes a direct impact.

Why Join Cemen Tech?

• Employee Ownership (ESOP) – Share in the company’s success while building long-term financial security and retirement value for you and your family.
• 100% Paid Health Insurance – Keep more of your paycheck with company-paid health insurance premiums.
• Great Benefits & Perks – Enjoy paid time off, parental leave, 401(k), bonuses, and more.
• Strong Team Culture – Work in a supportive, innovative, and collaborative environment.
• Employee Appreciation – Participate in company events, holiday meals, service awards, and local sporting event opportunities.

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The Director of Supply Chain provides leadership and strategic direction for purchasing, strategic sourcing, inventory management, logistics, and shipping and receiving. This role is accountable for inventory performance and ERP planning parameters, supply continuity, cost reduction, team development, and continuous improvement. The Director establishes priorities, resolves complex supply chain issues, and partners across the organization to support customer commitments and manufacturing operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

More specifically, the person will:

• Lead, coach, and develop the Purchasing Manager, Strategic Sourcing Manager, Logistics Coordinator, and Shipping and Receiving Supervisor; establish goals, priorities, and accountability.
• Direct day-to-day supply chain activities, balance competing priorities, and allocate resources to support production and customer requirements.
• Own inventory performance, including inventory accuracy, turns, working capital, shortages, excess and obsolete material, and inventory reduction initiatives.
• Establish, review, and maintain ERP inventory planning parameters, including minimum/maximum levels, reorder points, safety stock, and lead times.
• Oversee purchasing and strategic sourcing strategies, supplier negotiations, supplier development, and supply risk mitigation.
• Drive measurable cost savings through supplier negotiations, competitive sourcing, value analysis, freight optimization, and process improvements.
• Identify supply chain process gaps, lead root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and standardize sustainable processes.
• Develop, implement, and drive the overall supply chain strategy to align with organizational objectives, optimize inventory levels, improve operational efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure a reliable, scalable supply chain that supports long-term business growth.
• Monitor supplier delivery, quality, cost, and responsiveness; escalat ... …and resolve significant performance issues.
• Provide leadership for shipping, receiving, warehouse organization, material flow, and inventory control practices.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Sales, and Service to align material availability with business priorities.
• Develop and report supply chain KPIs, budgets, project status, and improvement results; communicate risks and recovery plans to leadership.
• Support ERP data integrity, cross-functional planning, and continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.

EDUCATION – EXPERIENCE – COMPUTER SKILLS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field (Required).
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, including people leadership (Preferred).
• Strong ERP/MRP, inventory planning, purchasing, sourcing, and warehouse management knowledge (Required).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Required).
• Proven ability to lead teams, establish priorities, execute projects, and deliver measurable results (Required).
• Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and continuous improvement capabilities (Required).
• Strong communication, negotiation, cross-functional collaboration, and change management skills (Required).

CORE VALUES – Listed in bold below are Cemen Tech’s six Core Values including an example of each Core Value.

• Positive Mindset - We know our attitude affects our performance.
• Ingenuity – Better, Faster, Easier
• Accountable - We accept responsibility for our actions.
• Do the Right Thing - Do the right thing every time.
• Engaged - Listening to understand...acting to accomplish.
• Safety - We will reinforce safe habits by our own actions.

COMPETENCIES

To perform this position successfully, individual should demonstrate the following work competencies:

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves issues in a timely manner.
• Communication Skills – Speaks clearly, listens and receives clarification, respond to questions.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction, and takes responsibility.
• Quality Assurance - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Ethics/Professionalism - Treats people with respect; Works ethically and with integrity.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures.
• Judgment - Exhibits sound and accurate judgment.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Uses equipment properly.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to regularly use hands and arms.
• Must be able to regularly stand and walk.
• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Must be able to work at a height of 15 feet on occasion.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision.
• Must be able to travel by vehicle or plane up to 10% of the workday.

Cemen Tech, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, The Employer will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with Cemen Tech, Inc.