Primary Purpose:The Director of Supply Chain leads the end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution for SEB Professional North America. The role oversees demand and supply planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and distribution to ensure reliable product availability and customer delivery. The Director balances customer service, operating costs, working capital, and sustainability while building organizational capabilities, strengthening supply resilience, and driving continuous improvement in partnership with business units, Group production sites, and corporate functions.
What You'll Do:- Define and execute the supply chain and logistics strategy, translating business priorities into operational plans, service objectives, and improvement initiatives.
- Lead end-to-end demand and supply planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and distribution, with clear accountability for service, cost, and execution.
- Optimize international sourcing and distribution networks, inbound and outbound freight, and carrier and third-party logistics relationships; oversee cross-border flows, customs requirements, tariffs, and trade compliance.
- Lead a cross-functional sales and operations planning (S&OP) process with Sales, Finance, Procurement, and Production to reconcile demand, supply capacity, inventory, and financial forecasts.
- Set inventory and replenishment policies that improve product availability and working capital; manage safety stocks, backorders, inventory accuracy, and slow-moving and obsolete stock.
- Develop strategic supplier and service-provider relationships; negotiate contracts in partnership with Procurement and relevant stakeholders, and monitor quality, delivery, cost, and service commitments.
- Establish performance dashboards and regular reviews covering on-time in-full delivery, forecast accuracy, backorder aging, inventory turns, warehouse productivity, and logistics costs; drive corrective actions.
- Lead process standardization, continuous improvement, and technology adoption across enterprise resource planning (ERP), warehouse management (WMS), and transportation management (TMS) systems to increase visibility, productivity, and cost efficiency.
- Drive sustainable sourcing and logistics initiatives that reduce waste, improve resource and energy efficiency, and support the Company's sustainability objectives.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and business continuity measures; ensure operations comply with applicable trade, environmental, and workplace safety requirements.
- Own supply chain and logistics budgets, monitor spending and cost-to-serve, and deliver productivity and savings initiatives in partnership with Finance and business leaders.
- Act as a strategic business partner to business unit and corporate management, communicating performance, risks, and trade-offs and contributing to company-wide strategic initiatives.
- Build, lead, and develop the supply chain and logistics team, establishing clear objectives, strengthening capabilities, and fostering collaboration, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
What You'll Need:- Master's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 15 years of progressive experience in supply chain and logistics management.
- Demonstrated success in a Director-level or equivalent senior supply chain leadership role, with responsibility for strategy, execution, and team development.
- Experience operating in a multinational, multi-business-unit organization with geographically dispersed stakeholders.
- Experience managing multi-site distribution, warehouse operations, carrier and third-party logistics providers, and international import and export flows.Strong expertise in S&OP, demand and supply planning, procurement, replenishment, inventory optimization, distribution, and logistics.
- Proficiency in ERP systems, including SAP, and familiarity with WMS, TMS, and supply chain reporting and analytics tools.
- Proven ability to lead supply chain transformation, process improvement, and change management in complex global environments.
- Strong analytical and financial acumen, including budgeting, working capital management, cost-to-serve analysis, and data-driven problem solving.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and organizational skills, with experience developing teams and driving cross-functional accountability.
- Ability to build effective partnerships with suppliers, service providers, business units, production sites, and corporate stakeholders.
- Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to present priorities, risks, and operational trade-offs to senior management.
Physical Requirements:
- Travel may be required for supplier meetings, site visits, or trade shows.
- Occasional work in warehouses or manufacturing environments may be necessary.
- Sitting or standing at a desk while using the phone and computer
- Ability to periodically work overtime
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds
Overview:
- Type of employment: Full time -Exempt.
- Workplace type: Hybrid. Irvine, CA
What We Offer:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage with a generous employer contribution
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match to help you plan for the future
- Company-Paid Life Insurance for added peace of mind
- 12 Paid Holidays to recharge and spend time with what matters most
- Additional Voluntary Benefits and Employee Discount Programs
- A Positive, Inclusive Work Culture that genuinely values work-life balance
- Onsite gym
- Eligible for an annual bonus
Compensation:Salary range of $160,000 - 180,000 commensurate with experience.
If you're looking for an opportunity to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a dynamic, collaborative team, SEB Professional North America is the place for you. Apply today and take the next step in your career journey.
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