Director of Operations & Supply Chain

A confidential mid-sized industrial manufacturer is seeking a Director of Operations & Supply Chain to lead end-to-end manufacturing and supply chain activities across the Americas region. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on execution to improve cost, service, quality, delivery, and safety outcomes. A primary objective is to standardize and strengthen MRP processes and governance to improve planning accuracy, inventory management, and service levels.

• Provide oversight for regional manufacturing and supply chain performance and own KPIs for cost, service, quality, delivery, and safety.
• Lead optimization and governance of MRP systems; establish standardized planning policies to improve inventory management and data integrity.
• Embed Lean and Six Sigma culture; identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Design and optimize the regional manufacturing footprint, including make-versus-buy analysis and capacity planning.
• Manage relationships with third-party contract manufacturing partners to ensure adherence to quality and delivery standards.
• Manage procurement, S&OP, and regional logistics; optimize working capital and mitigate supply chain risk.
• Build and develop a high-performing operations organization and foster ownership and accountability.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, or Business (MBA preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing and supply chain.
• Demonstrated success leading MRP/ERP optimization efforts.
• Proven experience managing multi-site operations and contract manufacturing networks.
• Strong background in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement frameworks.
• Hands-on leadership style with willingness to engage directly in problem-solving and execution.
• Preferred: experience in a global manufacturing environment.
• Preferred: industrial footprint optimization experience (expansions, consolidations, closures).
• Preferred: advanced S&OP and integrated business planning processes.

• On-site role at the primary manufacturing facility.
• Must be based in the Great Lakes area; relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Company details and specific site locations disclosed to qualified candidates during the initial interview phase due to confidentiality.
• Equal opportunity employer.