Director of Supply Chain

The Director of supply chain is responsible for developing, managing, and optimising the global supply chain strategy across multiple sites to align with the organisation’s strategic direction.

The role will help define the make buy strategy for the organisation, maintain the performance and relationships with key suppliers and sub-contractors, ensures that supply chain processes are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s overall business objectives.   This includes overseeing purchasing, procurement, contract alignment, inventory management, logistics, and distribution.

1. Strategic Supply Chain Management

• Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy to meet business objectives.
• Key role in defining Make Buy strategy and alignment of strategic suppliers and Sub-Con partners.
• Analyse and forecast supply chain trends, ensuring alignment with market conditions and business goals.
• Lead initiatives to streamline supply chain processes, reduce costs, and improve efficiency.
• Work with product development and manufacturing to drive step change in landed product costing.

2. Procurement and Vendor Management

• Direct sourcing strategies and validate approvals of all new suppliers, both internally and through Sub Contractors.
• Oversee procurement operations to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials and services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers, negotiating contracts to secure favourable terms.
• Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, pricing and conducting regular reviews and audits

3. Inventory and Demand Planning

• Develop inventory management strategies to optimise stock levels and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to forecast demand and align supply plans accordingly.
• Implement systems and tools for accurate demand planning and inventory control.

4. Logistics and Distribution

• Ensure compliance to all import export regulatory requirements and provide guidance to the business operations.
• Oversee logistics operations, including warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
• Ensure on-time delivery of products to customers while minimizing transportation costs.
• Optimize the supply chain network for scalability and efficiency.

5. Leadership and Team Development

• Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Provide mentorship, training, and development opportunities for team members.
• Set clear performance goals and monitor progress.

6. Compliance and Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and industry standards.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions and cybersecurity threats.
• Implement robust health, safety, and environmental practices within the supply chain.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field or appropriate industry experience.
• 10+ years of experience in leadership roles working with global suppliers, CMs, and contract manufacturing strategies within automotive, aerospace, space, satellite, electronics, medical devices, or consumer products manufacturing.
• Experience with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) and proven track record in scaling products from R&D to mass production in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Proven track record of implementing supply chain strategies in multi-site industries that drive cost savings and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multi-million-dollar capital investment projects.
• Experience with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and supply chain management software.
• Strong knowledge of DFM/DFA, materials, tooling, and manufacturing technologies (e.g., injection molding, machining, assembly, electronics).
• Preferred Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong problem-solving skills using Six Sigma, Lean, and root cause analysis methodologies.
• Excellent leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Exposure to ISO, FDA, ITAR and other regulatory standards.

Skills:

• Contracting and negotiations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop teams.
• Knowledge of global supply chain trends and practices.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and software (e.g., Excel, Tableau).

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking
• Results-Oriented
• Adaptability and Resilience
• Stakeholder Management
• Decision-Making under Uncertainty

Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement

• Drive Six Sigma, Lean, and Kaizen initiatives to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
• Identify and mitigate risks related to scalability, quality, and process stability.
• Oversee appropriate digital manufacturing tools for real-time production monitoring and optimisation internally and at CM’s.
  

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Leadership

• Lead a cross-functional industrialisation team, including process engineers, automation specialists, and manufacturing engineers.
• Partner with finance and supply chain teams to optimise cost models and CapEx investments.
• Communicate industrialisation progress and challenges to executive leadership.

Benefits

• Stock Options 

• Contributory Pension Scheme 3% standard

• 25 days Annual Leave + Public Holidays 

• Cycle-to-Work Scheme 

• Car Scheme (Salary Sacrifice) 

• Free On-Site Gym 

• Employee Assistance Programs 

• Discounts Platform