Position SummaryThe Global Supply Chain Leader is responsible for developing and executing the global supply chain strategy of the Advanced Mobility business within DuPont to drive continuous improvement across customer satisfaction, cost competitiveness, and sustainable growth. This critical role provides leadership across planning, procurement, logistics, manufacturing operations, inventory management, supplier performance, and supply chain transformation initiatives.
The successful candidate will lead a high-performing global team, establish strategic supplier partnerships, drive digitalization and continuous improvement, and ensure a resilient, agile, and scalable supply chain capable of supporting business objectives across multiple regions and markets.
The position will report to the Advanced Mobility Integrated Operations Senior Director and a matrixed report to the VP of Supply Chain.
Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Leadership- Develop and execute a global supply chain vision aligned with business strategy and growth objectives.
- Lead the end-to-end supply chain function, including demand planning, supply planning, sourcing, procurement, manufacturing support, warehousing, transportation, and customer fulfillment.
- Drive supply chain transformation initiatives to improve efficiency, resilience, visibility, and customer service.
- Identify opportunities to optimize global network design, inventory positioning, and distribution strategies.
Operational Excellence
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to service, cost, quality, inventory, and delivery performance.
- Lead initiatives to improve forecast accuracy, inventory turns, working capital performance, and on-time delivery.
- Drive Lean and continuous improvement methodologies across the supply chain organization.
- Implement best practices to improve operational effectiveness and scalability.
Supplier & Contract Manufacturing Leadership- Develop strategic sourcing and supplier management programs to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity of contract manufacturing network.
- Partner closely with commercial teams to enable customer value, differentiation, and growth.
- Improve service levels through demand planning accuracy, inventory optimization, and responsive logistics.
- Build strong executive-level relationships with key suppliers and external partners.
- Partners with Procurement to negotiate strategic contracts and agreements that optimize value and reduce risk.
- Establish supplier performance management processes and drive continuous improvement.
Risk Management & Resilience- Develop and maintain comprehensive supply chain risk management strategies.
- Lead business continuity planning and supply disruption mitigation efforts.
- Ensure compliance with global trade regulations, import/export requirements, and industry standards.
- Monitor geopolitical, economic, and environmental risks impacting global operations.
Digital Transformation & Analytics- Champion the adoption of advanced planning systems, automation, AI-enabled forecasting, and supply chain analytics.
- Utilize data-driven decision-making to improve supply chain performance and visibility.
- Lead ERP and supply chain technology implementations and optimization initiatives.
- Develop dashboards and reporting mechanisms for executive leadership.
Leadership & Talent Development- Lead, coach, and develop a global team of supply chain professionals.
- Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Build organizational capability to support future business growth and transformation.
- Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Sales, Finance, Product Management, and Executive Leadership teams.
Required Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
- 15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in a global manufacturing, industrial, technology, consumer products, or related environment.
- Proven track record leading end-to-end supply chain functions across multiple regions.
- Demonstrated success driving large-scale transformation and operational improvement initiatives.
- Strong understanding of S&OP/IBP processes, procurement, logistics, inventory management, and manufacturing operations.
- Experience managing significant budgets and global teams.
- Excellent executive communication, change management, and stakeholder management skills.
Preferred Qualifications- Master's degree (MBA, Engineering, Operations, or related discipline).
- APICS/ASCM CSCP, CPIM, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, or equivalent professional certification.
- Experience with SAP, Oracle, Kinaxis, OMP, or other advanced supply chain technologies.
- Experience leading digital transformation and supply chain modernization programs.
Key Competencies- Strategic Thinking
- Business Acumen
- Global Leadership
- Supply Chain Optimization
- Risk Management
- Supplier Relationship Management
- Data Analytics & Digital Transformation
- Financial Management
- Change Leadership
- Customer Focus
- Continuous Improvement
- Executive Presence
Success MeasuresThe Global Supply Chain Leader will be measured on:
- On-time delivery performance
- Customer service levels
- Inventory optimization and working capital improvement
- Cost productivity and savings achievement
- Forecast accuracy and planning effectiveness
- Supplier quality and performance
- Supply chain resilience and risk mitigation
- Employee engagement and talent development
- Transformation program outcomes
- ESG and sustainability objectives
Travel: 25-40% global travel as required
This role serves as a key member of the operations leadership team withing the Advanced Mobility business and is instrumental in enabling profitable growth, operational excellence, and a world-class customer experience through a resilient and high-performing global supply chain.
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