Strategic Director, Supply Chain & Operations

McClement Management Group; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

McClement Management Group seeks a Director, Supply Chain & Operations Supply in Chicago to lead strategic and operational supply initiatives for the McDonald’s system. This role reports to executive leadership and focuses on improving continuity, cost efficiency, supplier performance, and system readiness.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in supply chain/operations with proven people leadership, strong data-driven decision making, and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or a related discipline.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, operations, logistics, procurement, or related field.
• Previous people leadership experience coaching and developing teams.
• Strong understanding of supply chain strategy, operational execution, supplier management, performance measurement, and risk mitigation.
• Demonstrated ability to use financial and operational data to evaluate performance and support business decisions.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for Supply Chain and Operations initiatives.
• Develop strategies to improve supply continuity, operational effectiveness, cost efficiency, supplier performance, and long-term System readiness.
• Identify emerging risks and opportunities and proactively develop solutions and contingency plans.
• Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership on supply chain matters and opportunities for improvement.
• Lead, coach, and develop team members with clear priorities and accountability.
• Promote a team-first mindset and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Provide leadership for operational supply programs and initiatives supporting restaurant and Field needs.
• Ensure programs are planned, communicated, implemented, measured, and continuously improved.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Executive communication

Stakeholder influence

Data-driven decision making

Project and program management

Team leadership

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain/Operations/Business

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

McClement Management Group seeks a Director, Supply Chain & Operations Supply in Chicago to lead strategic and operational supply initiatives for the McDonald’s system. This role reports to executive leadership and focuses on improving continuity, cost efficiency, supplier performance, and system readiness.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in supply chain/operations with proven people leadership, strong data-driven decision making, and ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.