Director of Supply Chain and Inventory Management

EFC International is a global supplier of engineered fasteners, strut, strut accessories, and speciality component serving the automotive, industrial, construction and distribution markets. We are seeking an experienced Director of Supply Chain and Inventory Management to drive the day-to-day performance across purchasing, supplier coordination, and inventory management to ensure fast, reliable, and cost-effective fulfillment of customer demand. Position Overview This role serves as the critical operating link between Inside Sales, Purchasing, and Suppliers—ensuring rapid quote response, strong supplier performance, and disciplined inventory management. The position is accountable for improving execution speed, increasing quote conversion, reducing supply chain friction, and directly impacting gross margin through improved sourcing discipline and buying effectiveness. This is a hands‑on leadership role focused on building operating cadence, improving throughput, and delivering measurable performance improvements. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Execution Management Lead daily purchasing operations to ensure timely and accurate order placement Improve purchasing throughput, including PO cycle time and backorder resolution Establish clear prioritization and workflow management for buyers Monitor and actively manage open orders, late POs, and supply disruptions Inside Sales & Purchasing Integration Serve as the primary coordination point between Inside Sales and Purchasing Improve quote turnaround time and responsiveness for both stock and non-stock items Ensure pricing accuracy and alignment between supplier quotes and customer pricing Eliminate friction in the quote-to-order process Supplier Performance & Sourcing Discipline Manage supplier relationships with focus on responsiveness, reliability, and cost Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to improve margin and service levels Establish clear supplier performance metrics (lead time, fill rate, price stability) Lead escalation and resolution of supplier issues Inventory Management Optimize inventory levels to balance availability with working capital efficiency Define and maintain stock vs. non-stock strategy Review and adjust safety stock, MOQs, and reorder parameters Reduce excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory Operating Cadence & Performance Management Implement daily and weekly operating rhythms across purchasing and supply chain Develop and track KPIs including quote turnaround time, fill rate, lead time, and productivity Drive accountability through consistent performance tracking and follow-up Process Improvement Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies in supply chain workflows Implement process improvements to increase speed, accuracy, and consistency Standardize workflows between inside sales, purchasing, and suppliers Improve data quality related to pricing, lead times, and inventory Team Leadership Lead, develop, and manage purchasing team Establish clear roles, expectations, and performance metrics Drive a culture of accountability, urgency, and continuous improvement Participate in hiring, training, and development of team members Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or 8–10 years relevant experience in supply chain, purchasing, or distribution operations ERP (SAP preferred), Microsoft Office Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds Manage purchasing team including hiring, training, performance management, and accountability Industrial or construction industry experience Experience with working with international vendors and suppliers Why Join EFC? At EFC International, you’ll be part of a collaborative team where your work directly impacts our success. We offer a positive and supportive work environment, opportunities to grow your skills, and the chance to be part of a company recognized for excellence in customer service and operations. #J-18808-Ljbffr Page Mechanical Group, Inc.