Director Of Supply Chain Job Description
The Director of Supply Chain will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategies to optimize the supply chain and drive operational excellence. They will be responsible for identifying areas for improvement, streamlining processes, and enhancing overall supply chain performance.
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies and solutions to improve efficiency and reduce costs
- Manage procurement activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiation, and relationship management
- Oversee logistics operations, including transportation, warehousing, and distribution
- Coordinate with internal teams to forecast demand and ensure sufficient inventory levels
- Monitor and analyze supply chain metrics to identify areas for improvement and make data-driven decisions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous process improvements
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
- Manage and develop a high-performing supply chain team
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Proven experience in a leadership role within supply chain management
- Strong knowledge of supply chain principles and best practices
- Experience with procurement processes and contract negotiation
- Solid understanding of logistics and inventory management
- Ability to analyze data and make data-driven decisions
- Excellent organizational and project management skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment
- Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a team
Skills
- Supply chain management
- Procurement
- Logistics
- Inventory management
- Data analysis
- Process improvement
- Leadership
- Communication
- Team management