Supply Chain Director

Reference: PR/603125_1785173972DSJ Global are partnering with a leading industrial manufacturer seeking a Director of Supply Chain to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy across procurement, planning, inventory, materials management, and Integrated Business Planning (IBP). This leader will be responsible for building a best-in-class planning process, developing strategic supplier partnerships, improving forecast accuracy, and driving operational and financial performance across a complex manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and lead the company's Integrated Business Planning (IBP) process, partnering closely with Operations, Finance, Sales, and Executive Leadership.Develop and manage demand, supply, inventory, and financial forecasts to support business objectives and improve decision-making.Lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities, including supplier negotiations, long-term agreements, and supplier performance management.Drive inventory optimization and materials management strategies while maintaining high service levels and production continuity.Oversee MRP-driven planning processes and ensure material availability across manufacturing operations.Partner with manufacturing leadership to align supply chain strategy with production requirements and capacity planning.Establish and track KPIs related to forecast accuracy, inventory turns, supplier performance, working capital, and customer service.Lead and develop teams across procurement, planning, inventory control, and materials management.Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain processes and systems.QualificationsBachelor's degree required; APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP, or equivalent) strongly preferred.10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience within industrial manufacturing environments.Proven success leading IBP/S&OP processes and driving cross-functional business alignment.Strong financial acumen with experience connecting operational plans to budgeting, forecasting, and business performance.Deep expertise in procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and long-term supplier relationship management.Extensive experience with MRP systems, inventory management, production planning, and materials management.Demonstrated success optimizing inventory, working capital, and forecast accuracy.Experience supporting manufacturing operations involving steel, iron, castings, forgings, machined components, or other heavy industrial products.Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing high-performing supply chain teams.