Director, Supply Chain Jobs

Explore Director, Supply Chain opportunities for experienced professionals who lead the planning, sourcing, production, and delivery of goods. These senior roles help organizations build resilient, efficient supply chains while balancing service, cost, quality, and risk. Ladders features vetted professional jobs that pay $100,000 or more, including leadership opportunities across industries.

What Does a Director of Supply Chain Do?

A Director of Supply Chain develops and executes strategies across functions such as procurement, logistics, inventory management, demand planning, and supplier relations. Depending on the organization, the role may oversee regional or global operations, manage teams and budgets, set performance targets, and partner with executives in operations, finance, sales, and manufacturing.

Common Responsibilities

  • Design supply chain strategies that support business goals and customer needs.
  • Improve forecasting, inventory levels, sourcing, and distribution performance.
  • Lead supplier selection, negotiations, contracts, and ongoing relationship management.
  • Monitor costs, service levels, quality, compliance, and operational risks.
  • Use data, technology, and process improvement to increase visibility and efficiency.
  • Develop teams and communicate performance, risks, and plans to senior leaders.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek substantial supply chain or operations experience, including leadership responsibility. Useful strengths include strategic planning, financial and data analysis, negotiation, cross-functional communication, change management, and familiarity with supply chain systems. Requirements vary by employer and sector; some roles prefer a bachelor's degree, an advanced degree, or professional certifications.

Industries and Career Paths

Director-level supply chain leaders work in manufacturing, retail, consumer goods, healthcare, technology, logistics, and other sectors. Career paths may lead to vice president of supply chain, chief supply chain officer, or broader operations leadership, depending on experience and organizational structure.

Find Director, Supply Chain Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements, scope, and compensation details to identify positions aligned with your leadership experience and career goals.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Supply Chain do?question toggle

    A Director of Supply Chain leads strategy and operations across areas such as procurement, planning, inventory, logistics, and supplier management. The role typically focuses on improving cost, service, quality, and resilience.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Supply Chain jobs?question toggle

    Employers often look for significant supply chain or operations experience, a record of leadership, and strengths in strategy, analytics, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration. Education and certification requirements vary by role.

  • How much do Director, Supply Chain jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, scope, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult each listing for its specific compensation details.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Supply Chain?question toggle

    These leaders are hired across industries including manufacturing, retail, consumer goods, healthcare, technology, and logistics.

  • What roles can follow a Director of Supply Chain position?question toggle

    Potential next steps include vice president of supply chain, chief supply chain officer, or broader operations leadership roles. Career progression varies by organization and individual experience.