Supply Chain Director

Job Overview

This role is for a Supply Chain Director who will own the entire flow of goods from supplier to customer. You'll shape strategy, manage significant budgets, and ensure operations are both resilient and cost effective. The position is based in Birmingham, AL, offering a chance to impact a critical business function.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the overall supply chain strategy, aligning it with broader business goals.
• Oversee procurement, inventory management, warehousing, and logistics to optimize service levels and costs.
• Lead negotiations with key suppliers and carriers to secure favorable terms and build strong partnerships.
• Implement performance metrics and analytics to track efficiency, identify risks, and drive continuous improvement.
• Manage and develop a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and problem solving.
• Design contingency plans to mitigate disruptions in the global supply network.

Requirements

• A minimum of 10 years in supply chain or operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Deep expertise in ERP systems (like SAP or Oracle) and advanced planning tools.
• A history of successfully reducing operational costs while improving delivery performance.
• A bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field; an MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CSCP) is preferred.
• The mental stamina to make high pressure decisions with incomplete data during crisis situations.

What It's Like In This Role

You'll be at the center of the action. One day you're analyzing global freight data, the next you're presenting a risk mitigation plan to executives. Your team will include managers overseeing logistics, planning, and procurement; you'll guide their priorities but won't micromanage their daily tasks. Expect a mix of strategic meetings, financial reviews, and occasional fire drills when a shipment gets stuck. The workload is substantial but structured; it isn't a standard 9 to 5 when major projects are live.

Why You'll Like This Opportunity

The scope here gives you real influence over profitability and customer satisfaction. You won't be siloed; your decisions touch manufacturing, sales, and finance. There's clear potential for career growth within the organization as you demonstrate impact. Every quarter brings new challenges; no two problems are exactly alike; which keeps the work engaging for someone who likes solving complex puzzles.

Schedule & Work Type

This is a full time position. The role is primarily onsite in Birmingham, AL to facilitate collaboration with operations teams, though some hybrid flexibility may be possible after an initial period. Standard business hours apply, with the understanding that early morning or evening calls may be needed for international vendor coordination.

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Equal Opportunity

The hiring employer provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of protected characteristics.