Head of Supply Chain and Logistics

LHH; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 160,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

Commuter benefits

Paid leave

Job summary

LHH is seeking a Head of Supply Chain & Logistics to design and scale end-to-end supply chain operations across planning, inventory, and logistics. You will drive strategic initiatives, build scalable processes, and lead a growing team in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The role requires a hands-on leader who can partner with Operations, Finance, Commercial, and Procurement to deliver operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience within supply chain, operations, or logistics functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Lead initiatives focused on improving service, efficiency, scalability, and operational performance.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators across planning, inventory, logistics, and overall supply chain operations.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts utilizing industry best practices and process optimization methodologies.
• Support business growth initiatives through effective planning and supply chain readiness.
• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Commercial, and Procurement teams to ensure alignment and execution.
• Oversee demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and logistics functions.
• Develop inventory strategies that balance customer service, working capital, and operational risk.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing supply chain team.
• Ensure strong supplier and supply chain performance while maintaining operational continuity.

Skills

Supply Chain Strategy

IBP / S&OP

Demand & Supply Planning

Inventory Management

Logistics & Distribution

Risk Mitigation

Data Analytics

ERP & Planning Systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Operations/Supply Chain/Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Head of Supply Chain & Logistics

Overview

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced supply chain leader to build, scale, and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations. This individual will play a key role in establishing processes, driving continuous improvement, and developing a high-performing team in a dynamic and evolving environment.

This position is ideal for a hands-on leader who enjoys building structure, leading change, and partnering cross-functionally to support operational growth and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals.

• Lead initiatives focused on improving service, efficiency, scalability, and operational performance.

• Establish and monitor key performance indicators across planning, inventory, logistics, and overall supply chain operations.

• Drive continuous improvement efforts utilizing industry best practices and process optimization methodologies.

• Support business growth initiatives through effective planning and supply chain readiness.

• Partner closely with Operations, Finance, Commercial, and Procurement teams to ensure alignment and execution.

• Oversee demand planning, supply planning, inventory management, and logistics functions.

• Develop inventory strategies that balance customer service, working capital, and operational risk.

• Lead, mentor, and develop a growing supply chain team.

• Ensure strong supplier and supply chain performance while maintaining operational continuity.

Ideal Background

• Significant leadership experience within supply chain, operations, or logistics functions.

• Proven success leading supply chain planning, inventory optimization, and operational improvement initiatives.

• Experience in manufacturing environments, preferably within complex or regulated industries.

• Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, process transformation, and team development.

• Experience managing cross-functional stakeholders and globally connected operations.

• Strong analytical and strategic planning capabilities.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.

• Advanced degree preferred.

Leadership Profile

The successful candidate will be:

• Strategic yet hands-on

• Results-oriented and highly accountable

• Comfortable working in fast-paced and evolving environments

• Skilled at influencing stakeholders and driving alignment

• Collaborative, adaptable, and solutions-focused

• Effective at leading teams through growth and change

Technical Expertise

• Supply Chain Strategy

• Integrated Business Planning / S&OP

• Demand & Supply Planning

• Inventory Management & Optimization

• Logistics & Distribution

• Risk Mitigation & Business Continuity

• Data Analytics & Performance Metrics

• ERP and Planning Systems

Opportunity

This is a unique opportunity for a supply chain leader who enjoys building and shaping organizations, creating scalable processes, and driving operational excellence within a growing manufacturing environment.

Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and 401K plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law; and Holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.

Pay Details: $160,000.00 to $180,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.