Supply Chain Director

Arrowhead Engineered Products; United States; On-site; USD 170,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowhead Engineered Products seeks a Supply Chain Director to lead and optimize supply chain strategies across multiple business segments, aligning procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics with company goals.

The role oversees several teams, partners with enterprise procurement, drives cost savings, implements best practices, and uses ERP and planning tools to improve forecasting, efficiency, and resilience.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in supply chain leadership
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, or related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management to drive efficiency and accuracy
• Strong collaboration skills to support enterprise procurement and cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Strategic leadership: develop and execute supply chain strategies tailored to the needs of each segment.
• Cross-Segment Coordination: collaborate with operations, finance, and commercial teams to optimize inventory, procurement, and logistics across product lines.
• Enterprise Procurement Support: provide insights to support supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Inventory Management & Optimization: oversee inventory planning and replenishment to minimize excess and shortages.
• Process Optimization: implement standardized supplier audits, scorecards, and performance metrics.
• Planning System Management: oversee demand and production planning systems to improve forecasting.
• Technology & Data Utilization: leverage analytics, ERP, and planning tools to improve decision making.
• Talent Development: build and mentor supply chain teams.
• Risk Management: assess and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Operational Efficiency: streamline material flow with logistics and warehousing teams.
• Budget & Cost Management: oversee budgets across segments.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Inventory optimization

Budget & cost management

Talent development

Risk management

Education

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

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Planning tools

Job description

Summary

The Supply Chain Director is responsible for leading and optimizing supply chain strategies across three distinct business segments. This role ensures alignment between procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, and operational goals to drive efficiency, cost savings, and long-term business success. The Supply Chain Director will oversee multiple teams, collaborate with enterprise procurement, and implement best practices to enhance performance across all segments.

Duties

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute supply chain strategies tailored to the unique needs of each business segment while ensuring alignment with overall company objectives.
• Cross-Segment Coordination: Collaborate with operations, finance, and commercial teams to optimize inventory levels, inventory management, procurement, and logistics across multiple product lines.
• Enterprise Procurement Support: Partner with the enterprise procurement team by providing operational insights, supply chain data, and business segment requirements to support supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Inventory Management & Optimization: Oversee inventory planning and replenishment strategies to maintain optimal stock levels, reduce excess inventory, and minimize shortages while improving turnover rates.
• Process Optimization: Work closely with the enterprise procurement team to implement standardized supplier audits, scorecards, and performance metrics that drive efficiency, quality, and compliance across all segments.
• Planning System Management: Oversee the implementation, optimization, and continuous improvement of demand planning, production planning, and inventory management systems to enhance forecasting accuracy and operational efficiency.
• Technology & Data Utilization: Leverage advanced analytics, ERP, and planning tools to improve decision-making, enhance supply chain visibility, and drive operational excellence.
• Talent Development: Build and mentor high-performing supply chain teams, fostering professional growth and succession planning across the organization.
• Risk Management: Assess and mitigate risks related to supply chain disruptions, supplier dependencies, and market volatility.
• Operational Efficiency: Partner with logistics and warehousing teams to streamline material flow, reduce lead times, and enhance overall supply chain resilience.
• Budget & Cost Management: Develop and oversee budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and optimal resource allocation across all business segments.
• Other Duties as Assigned.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in supply chain leadership, preferably managing multiple business segments.
• Strong collaboration skills to support enterprise procurement and cross-functional teams.
• Experience with supply chain technology, ERP systems, and inventory management to drive efficiency and accuracy.