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Job Title: Global Supply Chain Director Pay Rate: $140k+ Location: Cranston, RI Duration: PERM Shift: 1st Shift – Hybrid The Global Supply Chain Director is responsible for leading and executing end-to-end supply chain strategy across a global manufacturing organization. This role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution, including direct ownership of key supplier relationships and procurement activities. The Director will oversee supply chain operations supporting multiple manufacturing and distribution sites worldwide, ensuring cost efficiency, supply continuity, inventory optimization, and high levels of customer service. This position leads a centralized global purchasing organization while maintaining strong alignment with local operational teams.
Job Responsibility
Develop and execute a global supply chain strategy aligned with business growth objectives, cost targets, and inventory goals
Drive standardization of supply chain processes across manufacturing and distribution locations
Optimize global logistics, freight, and tariff strategies to reduce total landed costs
Manage procurement activities for critical suppliers and strategic commodity categories
Lead supplier selection, qualification, and onboarding initiatives
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term agreements with key vendors
Establish and manage supplier performance metrics related to quality, delivery, and cost
Resolve supplier-related issues, including quality concerns, shortages, and escalations
Reduce excess and obsolete inventory through effective planning, lifecycle management, and cross-functional collaboration
Develop metrics and reporting to monitor service levels, fill rates, inventory health, and overall supply chain performance
Oversee procurement processes, vendor management, and supply chain data governance
Partner closely with site leadership teams to support operational execution and supply chain objectives
Support engineering changes, product launches, and new product introduction activities
Collaborate with commercial teams to ensure customer delivery and service expectations are met
Lead, mentor, and develop a global team of purchasing and supply chain professionals
Participate in hiring, onboarding, and training initiatives
Organize and prioritize departmental activities to support business objectives
Conduct performance reviews and provide ongoing coaching and development
Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field
10+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or operations within a global manufacturing environment
Demonstrated success leading strategic supply chain initiatives while maintaining hands-on procurement responsibilities
Experience managing global suppliers and multi-site operations
Strong negotiation, supplier management, and cost-reduction expertise
Proven ability to improve inventory performance and optimize supply chain processes
Nice to have
Experience supporting manufacturing environments that produce both consumable and hardware-based products
Knowledge of supply chains involving specialty materials, industrial components, fabricated parts, electronics, and electromechanical assemblies
Experience with global logistics, tariffs, and international trade compliance
Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Experience with ERP systems, including NetSuite or similar platforms