We are proud to represent a longtime client with a 100+ year reputation as a manufacturing leader in the electrical power products industry. Well known and highly respected in the Chicagoland area, this company is not only a staple in its sector but also a trusted name backed by a legacy of quality and innovation. As they continue to grow and modernize, they are seeking to add a Director of Supply Chain Planning to their leadership team to help guide and optimize their large-scale operations.
Why Join This Company?
- Employee-Owned: Take part in a business that invests in its people and shares its success.
- Exceptional Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage, retirement plans, profit-sharing, and more.
- Longstanding Reputation: Be part of a company with over a century of excellence and innovation.
- Career Growth: Join a large, established organization with multiple paths for advancement.
- Collaborative Culture: Work with experienced professionals who value teamwork, integrity, and results.
- $200k-230K
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and own the S&OP process, ensuring alignment between supply, demand, and financial planning objectives.
- Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain planning strategy to support operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
- Oversee demand forecasting and planning, collaborating closely with sales and product teams to ensure accurate projections.
- Direct supply planning and capacity modeling efforts to support manufacturing efficiency and production schedules.
- Manage inventory strategies to balance working capital optimization with service level goals across a broad product portfolio.
- Utilize analytics and supply chain systems to enhance visibility, forecast accuracy, and decision-making.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process optimization, technology upgrades, and cross-functional collaboration.
- Mentor and develop a team of supply chain planners, fostering a high-performance culture.
- Support executive leadership in long-term planning and supply chain network design.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain planning, operations, or logistics, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong leadership experience in managing S&OP and inventory planning processes.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Proficiency with ERP and advanced planning systems
