Director of Supply ChainPosition OverviewThe Director of Supply Chain will lead and develop Hanwha Defense USA's procurement and supply chain function with a primary focus on production procurement supporting ship building programs. This role will establish the strategic direction, processes, and organizational structure required to ensure efficient, compliant, and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services essential to production operations. The Director will build and manage a high-performing procurement team while driving supplier performance, operational excellence, and supply chain resilience across domestic and international operations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities- Establish and lead the procurement strategy for shipbuilding materials, including steel and raw materials, equipment, bulk materials, consumables, MRO supplies, and services.
- Lead the localization of supply base for key raw materials and equipment to meet the Build America Act requirement through the development of supply chain strategy and supplier development.
- Monitor and manage the performance and compliance of shipyard procurement teams.
- Build, lead, and mentor a procurement and supply chain organization capable of supporting high-volume, defense-focused production operations.
- Oversee supplier sourcing, selection, qualification, and performance management to support program requirements and long-term business objectives.
- Lead complex contract negotiations, pricing strategies, long-term agreements, and cost-reduction initiatives across global supply markets.
- Direct supply chain risk management activities, including supplier contingency planning, assessment of critical suppliers, and mitigation of disruptions affecting production schedules.
- Oversee delivery schedule management, production material planning integration, and coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure on-time availability of critical items.
- Manage procurement for capital projects, including facilities, construction materials, equipment packages, and engineering/procurement/construction (EPC) scopes as required.
- Ensure compliance with Incoterms, international logistics requirements, hazardous goods transportation (IMDG), and import/export regulations related to material movement.
- Oversee global supplier relationships, including licensor and equipment vendor management, contract compliance, and long-term strategic partnerships.
- Coordinate with internal teams-including Production, Engineering, Quality, Compliance, and Finance-to align procurement activities with technical, operational, and cost objectives.
- Support defense-specific procurement requirements, including familiarity with DFARS, domestic sourcing obligations, and other U.S. defense acquisition expectations.
- Drive implementation and continuous improvement of procurement policies, procedures, tools, systems, and controls to ensure operational excellence and audit readiness.
- Establish performance metrics, reporting dashboards, and supplier KPIs to manage cost, quality, delivery, and risk across the supply base.
- Collaborate closely with logistics partners to ensure effective international transportation and freight management supporting production schedules.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications- Proven experience in production procurement within a manufacturing environment; experience in shipbuilding industry is strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated success building and scaling procurement and supply chain teams.
- Strong background in contract negotiation, sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives.
- Experience managing suppliers, equipment vendors, and licensors.
- Comprehensive understanding of Incoterms and international transportation practices.
- Experience with hazardous goods (IMDG) transportation, import/export requirements, and related regulatory considerations.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
- Familiarity with defense industry procurement standards, including DFARS and domestic sourcing constraints.
- Ability to work collaboratively across Production, Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Security, and Finance functions.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, technically complex environment.
Education and Experience- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required.
- Advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in procurement or supply chain roles, including leadership of teams.
- Experience in defense and shipbuilding industry strongly preferred.
Other Requirements- Occasional international travel required.
- Must be a U.S. person as required for access to controlled information.
