What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Director position at Planet Professional?
***Local candidates only, this is on-site 5 days per week in Boston, MA***
Job Title: Director of Supply Chain
Job Location: Boston MA 5 days fully on-site
Must Haves:
*Bachelor’s degree
*8 years of experience in supply chain management
*5 years in a leadership role / managing direct reports
*ERP experience
*Strong understanding of supply chain functions, including sourcing, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution, as well as global supply chain dynamics and trade compliance
*Experience in a manufacturing environment
Preferred:
*Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field.
*Kanban, Six Sigma, or Lean certifications
Job Description: Our client in the manufacturing sector is offering an exciting opportunity for a Director of Supply Chain. In this leadership role, you will oversee all supply chain operations, ensuring efficiency from procurement to distribution. You will drive operational efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and continuous improvement, while managing a team of supply chain professionals and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Additionally, you will manage vendor relationships to support the company's growth and customer satisfaction goals. This role requires strategic oversight, strong leadership, and excellent communication skills.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and implement the company's supply chain strategy in line with business goals and objectives.
- Oversee comprehensive supply chain operations, including procurement, logistics, inventory control, warehousing, and distribution.
- Lead, mentor, and manage the supply chain team to ensure high performance and professional development.
- Analyze supply chain data and performance metrics to identify improvement areas and implement solutions.
- Manage supplier and vendor relationships to ensure optimal pricing, quality, and timely delivery of goods.
- Monitor market trends and industry developments to anticipate potential supply chain risks and opportunities.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory and legal requirements across all supply chain functions.
- Collaborate with sales, production, and finance departments to align supply chain operations with company needs.
- Drive cost optimization and efficiency improvements across the supply chain while maintaining quality standards.
- Report on supply chain performance, risks, and achievements to senior leadership.
- Implement and maintain technology solutions (e.g., ERP systems) to support supply chain processes and data management.
