Supply Chain Program Director

Airswift; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Airswift is seeking a Supply Chain Program Director to work with a major EPC multinational in Baton Rouge, LA. You will set and lead the strategic supply chain and procurement agenda across Major Programs, aligning category, sourcing, supplier and partner strategies with program objectives, delivery schedules and cost targets.

Reporting to senior leadership, you will shape integrated procurement and supply chain strategies, drive performance, mitigate risks, and collaborate with product,

Qualifications

• University Degree or equivalent in related field
• Significant supervisory/management experience in strategic procurement
• Experience with capital projects or major programs through planning, execution, commissioning and closeout is strongly preferred

Responsibilities

• Develops and oversees implementation of strategic supply chain programs and policies across major programs
• Communicates procurement strategies, sourcing recommendations and risk positions to senior management and clients
• Leads supplier and partner frameworks, capacity assessments and performance reporting to ensure execution readiness

Skills

Strategic procurement

Supply chain management

Project procurement

Major project delivery

Education

University Degree

Job description

Airswift is seeking a Supply Chain Program Director to work with a major EPC multinational in Baton Rouge, LA. Purpose Sets and leads the strategic supply chain and procurement agenda across Major Programs, ensuring category, sourcing, supplier and partner strategies are aligned to program objectives, delivery schedules, cost, risk and execution requirements. Directs the development of an integrated Program Procurement and Supply Chain Strategy that secures market capacity, supplier performance, commercial value and execution readiness across the full program lifecycle. Provides senior procurement leadership and market insight to enable predictable program delivery outcomes while supporting collaboration with product, technology, manufacturing and specialist delivery teams where required.

Key Responsibilities

Makes independent decisions and recommendations in the course of managing multiple functional disciplines, one larger functional discipline, or a significant program. Decisions relate to long-range planning, procurement and supply chain strategy, category and sourcing strategy, strategic supplier and partner frameworks, commercial risk, project delivery readiness and execution support. Develops and oversees implementation of strategic supply chain programs and policies that may impact the region, location or large program; able to manage multiple complex programs through others and work frequently with location, regional and program leadership on significant matters influencing business results. Operates with broad management authority, receiving minimal technical guidance and control. Limited only by general objectives and policies of the organization. Work is reviewed to ensure company direction meets company vision and mission. Typically has direct as well as indirect reports. Makes decisions as to the selection, training, discipline and remuneration of staff. Assigns policy framework, long-term mission and vision across the program supply chain organization. Effectively communicates and presents complex procurement strategies, sourcing recommendations, supplier and partner strategies, market capacity assessments, procurement risk positions and performance reports to senior management, program leadership, clients and strategic suppliers. Persuades and influences others across functions, geographies and external partner organizations. Provides expert understanding of broader supply chain systems, processes and tools related to major project and program delivery. Teaches and helps others. May be involved in the development of new systems, processes, tools, procurement governance, supplier performance frameworks, market intelligence dashboards and lessons learned processes that improve program delivery outcomes.

Qualifications

Qualifications: University Degree, or equivalent, in related field or applicable discipline, or equivalent relevant experience. Relevant experience with significant supervisory and/or management experience, including strategic procurement, supply chain management, project procurement and major project/program delivery. Experience supporting capital projects or major programs through planning, execution, commissioning and closeout is strongly preferred. #LI-MS24