What you will do:As Global Supply Chain and Procurement Global Director for Maxwell, you will play a key role in developing and executing supply chain strategies that support business growth, operational performance, innovation, and supply continuity across the global Maxwell organization.
This leader will manage complex supplier relationships and sourcing activities across a broad portfolio that may include sales supply planning, direct materials, electronics and components, contract manufacturing, capital equipment, tooling, services, and other business-critical spend. The director will analyze technical, commercial, financial, and market data to drive fact-based sourcing decisions, develop forward-looking supply and demand strategies, and strengthen strategic supplier partnerships.
How you will do it:You will collaborate closely with Sales, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Program Management, Environmental Health and Safety, and regional procurement teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
Major Roles and Responsibilities:
• Demand and Supply Planning: Forecast customer demand, develop supply plans to meet business requirements, balance inventory levels with customer service targets, coordinate Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes.
• Develop and execute global category and sourcing strategies aligned with Maxwell business objectives, growth plans, technology roadmaps, and operational requirements.
• Manage strategic supplier relationships across a broad procurement portfolio, including direct materials, electronics and components, contract manufacturing, capital equipment, tooling, services, and other critical spending categories.
• Inventory Management: Establish inventory policies and targets, optimize safety stock levels, reduce excess and obsolete inventory and Improve inventory accuracy and turnover.
• Logistics and Distribution: Manage transportation operations, optimize warehousing and distribution networks, ensure on-time delivery performance and Control logistics costs while maintaining service levels.
• Operations and Production Coordination: Work closely with manufacturing teams, align production schedules with demand forecasts, ensure material availability and Minimize production disruptions.
• Risk Management: Assess supply chain risks, develop business continuity plans, manage disruptions from suppliers, transportation, geopolitical events or natural disasters, improve supply chain resilience.
• Data Analysis and Performance Management: Monitor supply chain KPIs, analyze trends and identify improvement opportunities, Develop performance dashboards, Present insights and recommendations to leadership.
• Digital Transformation: Implement supply chain technologies, Leverage ERP, APS, WMS, and TMS systems. Drive automation and visibility initiatives, Support AI, analytics and digital supply chain programs.
• Category strategies, supplier roadmaps, and sourcing plans that support cost competitiveness, innovation, supply continuity, and business growth.
• Lead RFQ/RFP processes, bid evaluations, supplier selection, negotiations, and award recommendations in partnership with key business stakeholders.
• Negotiate commercial terms, supply agreements, long-term agreements, technology partnerships, service contracts, and other procurement arrangements.
• Drive supplier productivity, cost reduction, total cost of ownership, working capital, payment term, and value-engineering initiatives.
• Support new product introductions, manufacturing expansions, capacity changes, localization initiatives, and other strategic programs by securing competitive and capable supply solutions.
What we look for:
Required• 10 years of experience in Supply chain, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, or a related function, preferably within a global manufacturing environment.
• Experience in leading S&OP and SIOP process and coordinating multiple functions in sales and operations.
• Experience developing sourcing strategies and managing suppliers across one or more procurement categories such as direct materials, electronics and components, contract manufacturing, capital equipment, tooling, or services.
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders across global supply markets, including Asia, the Americas, and/or Europe.
• Understanding of manufacturing operations, supply chain dynamics, cost structures, and key commercial drivers.
• Ability to analyze commodities, raw material, technology, labor, logistics, and other market factors that influence total cost and supply risk.
• Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation, and supplier relationship management skills.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required.
#LI-KD1 What you get:- Medical, dental and vision care coverage and a 401(k) savings plan with company matching - all starting on date of hire
- Tuition reimbursement, perks, and discounts
- Parental and caregiver leave programs
- All the usual benefits such as paid time off, flexible spending, short-and long-term disability, basic life insurance, business travel insurance, and Employee Assistance Program
- Global market strength and worldwide market share leadership
- HQ location earns LEED certification for sustainability plus a full-service cafeteria and workout facility
