Director, Global Supply Chain & Logistics

Groupe SEB USA; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision coverage

401(k) matching

Company-paid life insurance

12 paid holidays

Onsite gym

Annual bonus

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Groupe SEB USA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain in Irvine, CA to lead end-to-end planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and distribution. You will partner across Sales, Finance, and Production to align service, cost, and execution.

The role requires 15+ years in supply chain leadership, SAP proficiency, and experience in multinational environments. Hybrid work in Irvine with a focus on continuous improvement and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience in a director-level or senior leadership role with strategy, execution, and team development.
• Experience operating in multinational, multi-unit organizations with geographically dispersed stakeholders.
• Experience managing multi-site distribution, warehouse ops, carrier and third-party logistics providers, and international import/export flows.
• Proficiency in ERP systems, including SAP, and familiarity with WMS, TMS, and analytics tools.
• Proven ability to lead transformation, process improvement, and change in global environments.
• Strong analytical and financial acumen, including budgeting and working capital management.
• Strong leadership and ability to develop teams and drive cross-functional accountability.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the supply chain and logistics strategy, translating business priorities into operational plans and improvement initiatives.
• Lead end-to-end demand and supply planning, procurement, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and distribution.
• Optimize international sourcing and distribution networks, inbound/outbound freight, and cross-border flows; oversee customs and trade.
• Lead a cross-functional S&OP process with Sales, Finance, Procurement, and Production.
• Set inventory and replenishment policies that improve product availability and working capital.
• Develop strategic supplier and service-provider relationships; negotiate contracts and monitor quality, cost, and service.
• Establish dashboards and reviews covering on-time delivery, forecast accuracy, inventory turns, and costs.
• Drive ERP, WMS, and TMS standardization and adoption for visibility and efficiency.
• Drive sustainable sourcing and logistics initiatives to reduce waste and improve energy efficiency.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Demand planning

Procurement

Inventory management

S&OP

ERP systems (SAP)

WMS

TMS

Cross-functional leadership

Financial acumen

Education

Master's degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

SAP

WMS

TMS

Job description

Groupe SEB USA is seeking a Director of Supply Chain in Irvine, CA to lead end-to-end planning, procurement, inventory, warehousing, and distribution. You will partner across Sales, Finance, and Production to align service, cost, and execution.

The role requires 15+ years in supply chain leadership, SAP proficiency, and experience in multinational environments. Hybrid work in Irvine with a focus on continuous improvement and sustainability.