Job Description

Acara Solutions has been providing aerospace and other advanced manufacturing firms across the U.S. with our engineering and professional staffing services for over 65 years. Our global aerospace manufacturing client (machine shop) is looking for a Senior Director, Global Supply Chain Operations candidate to join their Cincinnati plant. 

The Senior Director of Global Supply Chain Operations leads all aspects of the supply chain, from procurement to customer delivery. Responsibilities include supplier selection, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, risk management, quoting, purchasing, receiving, and inventory control. 100% onsite in North Cincinnati plant. 

The role oversees purchasing and warehouse teams, builds strategic supplier relationships, and drives performance in customer satisfaction, on-time delivery, cost efficiency, quality, risk reduction, and sustainability.

Key responsibilities and experience needed: 

• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier selection and development (with emphasis on Europe, Asia, India, and China in priority )
• Contract negotiation
• Risk management
• Purchasing, material flow management, receiving, transportation, and inventory control

1. Strategic Planning and Execution:
   • Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
   • Align supply chain operations with overall business objectives.
   • Identify and address supply chain risks and opportunities. 

1. Procurement and Supplier Management:
   • Oversee supplier evaluation and selection by assessing potential global suppliers based on their production processes and quality capabilities.  
   • Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and pricing.
   • Manage supplier relationships, fostering strong partnerships.
   • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures. 

1. Operations Management:
   • Oversee logistics and distribution, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of products. 
   • Monitor and analyze supply chain performance, identifying areas for improvement. 
   • Manage inventory levels, ensuring sufficient supplier capacity and stock inventory to meet demand while minimizing holding costs. 

1. Team Leadership and Development:
   • Lead and motivate a team of supply chain professionals including purchasing, receiving/shipping, and warehouse operations. 
   • Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment. 
   • Provide guidance, support, and training to team members. 

1. Continuous Improvement:
   • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction. 
   • Stay abreast of industry trends and best practices in supply chain management. 
   • Drive innovation and automation within the supply chain. 

Job Requirements

Required Skills / Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field

Min 10 years of experience in supply chain leadership with a proven track record of success leading supply chain and operations functions for a specialty manufacturing and/or build-to-print distribution company (ideally an aerospace metal machine shop or similar). Including the following knowledge/skills: 

• Leadership Skills: Ability to set strategic direction and implement tactical action plans to achieve business goals and objectives, foster collaboration, and empower teams through communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions to manage suppliers and overall supply chain performance and KPIs. 
• Technical Skills: Knowledge of engineering data in the design and manufacturing processes, and proficiency in relevant software and systems, such as ERP, SCM, and WMS. 
• Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the aviation industry sector in which the company operates is an advantage. 
• Negotiation and Collaboration Skills: Ability to build strong relationships and negotiate contracts with global suppliers and collaborate with customers and internal functional teams. 

This position requires up to 5 - 7 weeks of international travel annually to visit global suppliers

Preferred: 

* Build-to-print manufacturing

• Deep experience in manufacturing or distribution environments - aerospace highly preferred
• Background in low volume/high mix, highly engineered, complex mechanical products 
• Proven international supplier development experience across Europe, Asia, and India

Aleron companies (Acara Solutions, Aleron Shared Resources, Broadleaf Results, Lume Strategies, TalentRise, Viaduct) are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race/Color/Gender/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Veteran.

Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status.

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