Sr Director Global Supply Chain

MKS Inc.; United Kingdom; On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in semiconductor manufacturing is seeking a Senior Director of Global Supply Chain to manage strategic operations. This role involves overseeing various teams and driving initiatives for cost reduction and supplier optimization. Ideal candidates will possess extensive experience in supply chain management and strong leadership skills to thrive in a collaborative international environment.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in supply chain management with at least 5 years in leadership.
• Experience in the semiconductor or high-tech industry is a plus.
• Knowledge of industry trends in electronics, mechanical, optics, and photonics.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic direction of supply chain operations.
• Lead cross-functional teams and drive category initiatives.
• Develop and implement category strategies to optimize supplier performance.

Skills

Leadership

Project Management

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Cost Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field

Master’s preferred

Job description

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A Day in Your Life at MKS: As the Senior Director of Global Supply Chain within our organization, you will oversee the strategic direction of supply chain operations. You will lead the Category Management, Sourcing, Cost Engineering, Contract Management, and New Product Introduction teams. Additionally, you will focus on expanding and implementing a global supply chain transformation supporting business growth. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a collaborative international environment across multiple organizations, sites, cultures, and practices. You will report to the Vice President of Global Supply Chain.

You Make an Impact By:

• Ensuring a robust and competitive supply base to meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.
• Leading cross-functional teams to drive category initiatives and align with manufacturing and business unit objectives.
• Driving cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, cost analysis, and supplier collaboration.
• Developing and implementing category strategies to optimize supplier performance and risk management.
• Leading the supply chain aspects of NPI, ensuring timely and cost-effective launches of new products.
• Overseeing sourcing strategy and execution, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract management.

Skills You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field; Master’s preferred.
• 12+ years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Experience in the semiconductor or high-tech industry is a plus.
• Strong leadership, project management, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Knowledge of industry trends in electronics, mechanical, optics, and photonics.

Seniority level

• Director

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Supply Chain

Industries

• Semiconductor Manufacturing

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Location: England, United Kingdom | Salary: $120,000.00-$140,000.00 | Posted: 1 week ago