Director, Supply Chain Operations

Jobtailor; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor seeks a senior supply chain leader to define and drive the operating framework for global execution. You will own governance, data integrity, analytics, and executive reporting while partnering with Transformation and IT to deploy new systems.

The role requires 12+ years in supply chain leadership, ERP/BI experience, and a proven ability to influence executives and build high-performing teams across planning, procurement, manufacturing, and logistics.

Job description

• Define and lead the operating framework for effective execution across the global supply chain organization
• Own Supply Chain operational governance, business processes, analytics, performance management, and data integrity
• Serve as primary liaison between Supply Chain and Supply Chain Transformation
• Support deployment and adoption of new processes, systems, and tools with Transformation and IT teams
• Drive change management, user adoption, training, and operational readiness
• Establish governance for consistent use of systems, tools, and standard operating procedures
• Own data governance, master data quality, data stewardship, and data integrity
• Develop executive reporting, analytics, KPI frameworks, dashboards, and business intelligence capabilities
• Identify process gaps and continuous improvement opportunities
• Establish standardized global processes across planning, procurement, manufacturing, inventory management, logistics, and supplier operations
• Own the Supply Chain operating model, governance structure, decision-making framework, and operating cadence
• Develop predictive analytics for planning, risk management, and forecasting
• Translate leadership priorities into measurable execution plans
• Monitor performance, execution risks, capability gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Support annual operating planning, objective setting, and long-range strategic planning
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and resolve escalated issues
• Prepare executive business reviews, strategic updates, and performance assessments
• Build and lead a high-performing team focused on systems, analytics, reporting, process excellence, and business operations
• Coach and develop employees while fostering accountability and continuous improvement

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field
• 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in Supply Chain, Operations, Business Operations, Process Excellence, Analytics, or related leadership roles
• Experience leading global process improvement, systems transformation, or operational excellence initiatives
• Strong understanding of supply chain operations, planning, procurement, manufacturing, logistics, and related business processes
• Demonstrated experience owning systems, analytics, governance frameworks, business process management, and operational improvement initiatives
• Proven success influencing executive stakeholders and driving cross-functional alignment
• Experience leading teams and developing organizational capabilities
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and leadership skills
• Demonstrated experience developing and presenting business performance reviews, strategic recommendations, and executive communications to senior leadership
• Legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout employment, without employer sponsorship
• Preferred: MBA or related advanced degree
• Preferred: Experience with ERP, planning, procurement, inventory, manufacturing, and reporting platforms
• Preferred: APICS, Lean Six Sigma, PMP, or equivalent certifications
• Preferred: Experience within manufacturing, industrial technology, energy storage, renewable energy, or capital equipment industries

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Supply Chain Operations, Process Improvement, and Data Governance, with a strong focus on analytics, performance management, and cross-functional leadership. Proven ability to drive change management and develop high-performing teams while ensuring operational excellence and strategic alignment.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Supply Chain Operations
• Process Improvement
• Data Governance
• Analytics Development
• Cross-Functional Leadership

Hard Skills

• Supply Chain Management
• Business Process Management
• Performance Management
• Predictive Analytics
• KPI Frameworks
• Operational Excellence
• Data Integrity
• Change Management
• Executive Reporting
• Continuous Improvement

Soft Skills

• Leadership
• Communication
• Coaching
• Influencing
• Accountability

Certifications & Qualifications

• APICS
• Lean Six Sigma
• PMP

Industry Keywords

• Manufacturing
• Industrial Technology
• Energy Storage
• Renewable Energy
• Capital Equipment

Tools & Technologies

• ERP Systems
• Business Intelligence Tools
• Reporting Platforms
• Analytics Tools
• Supply Chain Software