Production Material Control Director

Lumentum; Manchester; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology company is seeking a Production Material Control Director to oversee supply chain execution at their manufacturing site in Dongguan. This role requires expertise in production planning and logistics optimization to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in managing supply chain operations and developing cross-functional partnerships. A background in the optical module industry is preferred, and fluency in English is essential.

Qualifications

• 10 years working experience in manufacturing supply chain management and optical module industry preferred.
• Experience in managing indirect procurement categories.
• Understanding of Pearl River Delta logistics networks.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end production planning and inventory control at the Dongguan site.
• Oversee supply chain performance metrics and ensure on-time shipments.
• Drive continuous improvement in logistics efficiency and procurement.

Skills

S&OP

Demand/supply planning

Logistics optimization

Procurement governance

Team development

Continuous improvement

Exceptional communication

Education

Bachelor’s/master’s in supply chain or related field

Job description

Overview

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

Lumentum is seeking the Production Material Control Director to oversee planning, logistics, and procurement management at our Dongguan, Guangdong manufacturing site. You will own site-level supply chain execution, build a high-performance team, and implement strategies for operational excellence. This role requires proven experience in leading supply chain operations, developing cross-functional partnerships, and driving efficiency within manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

Operational Ownership:

• Manage end-to-end production planning, inventory control, logistics, and procurement management for the Dongguan site.
• Ensure on-time shipments, inventory optimization (turns/waste reduction), and fulfillment of customer commitments.
• Oversee supply chain performance metrics (OTD, inventory health, logistics/procurement costs).

Process & Strategy:

• Design/implement integrated workflows for planning, logistics, and procurement governance.
• Develop site-specific strategies for procurement cost optimization (indirect), warehousing, and 3PL management.
• Drive continuous improvement (Kaizen) in planning accuracy, logistics efficiency, and procurement compliance.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Partner with engineering, manufacturing, and finance for NPI launches, engineering changes, and cost forecasting.
• Collaborate with global procurement teams on supplier performance, contracts, and policy alignment.
• Enhance operational visibility through data-driven variance analysis (actuals vs. forecast).

Supplier & Risk Management:

• Manage procurement activities for indirect suppliers (performance, quality, delivery, cost).
• Negotiate and govern logistics/3PL contracts; ensure flexibility to handle demand volatility.
• Implement proactive shortage management within inventory turn targets.

Team & Culture:

• Build and lead a high-performance team in planning, logistics, and procurement management.
• Foster ethics, accountability, and an inclusive culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/master’s in supply chain, Operations, or related field.
• 10 years working experience in manufacturing supply chain management and optical module industry is preferred.
• Expertise in S&OP, demand/supply planning, logistics optimization, and procurement governance.
• Experience in managing indirect procurement categories (MRO, facilities, services, CAPEX).
• Track record in team development and operational KPI delivery (OTD, cost reduction).
• Champion of continuous improvement/root-cause analysis.
• Understanding of Pearl River Delta logistics networks and procurement ecosystems.
• Fluent English; exceptional communication and cross-functional influence.
• Integrity and adaptability in fast-paced manufacturing environments.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please contact us to request accommodation.