The Director, Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain operations across Jacuzzi Group’s bath manufacturing entities, with a primary focus on driving cost savings, efficiency, and strategic sourcing. This role will lead the purchasing, sourcing, inventory & materials management, transportation, and distribution functions, ensuring alignment with corporate goals and operational excellence. The Director will provide strategic leadership to a remote team of 6-8 direct reports and their respective teams while fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational effectiveness.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy that aligns with business objectives, emphasizing cost savings, risk mitigation, and operational efficiency.
Oversee the Purchasing function, leading a team of Buyers to drive procurement excellence and vendor negotiation.
Manage vendor relationships, including acrylic and international manufacturing partners, ensuring optimal performance, cost control, and quality assurance.
Lead contract negotiations for direct and indirect goods and services, implementing robust vendor management practices and negotiating favorable terms.
Develop and execute vendor lifecycle strategies, from sourcing and selection to off-boarding, ensuring strategic alignment and performance tracking.
Oversee Inventory Management across manufacturing and JBRx, ensuring optimal stock levels, flow of materials, and demand planning accuracy.
Direct the Distribution and Warehouse Operations, optimizing the storage and flow of materials within the distribution center (DC).
Collaborate closely with (S&OP) to align supply chain planning with sales and operations forecasting.
Partner with Transportation to enhance multimodal transportation strategies, including carrier negotiations, 3PL management, and logistics optimization.
Develops and presents key supply chain performance metrics, forecasts, and strategic insights to C-suite and executive leadership to drive data-informed decision-making and operational alignment.
Let me know if you'd like variations that emphasize specific metrics (e.g., inventory turns, OTIF, cost savings) or tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SAP).Build, mentor, and lead a high-performing team.
Drive a culture of continuous improvement by implementing Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and other process optimization techniques.
Track and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify cost-saving opportunities and implement corrective actions as needed.
Support organizational change management initiatives related to the supply chain, promoting strategic alignment and operational transparency.
Additional duties as assigned.

Compensation is based on experience; $146,000+ bonus potential

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, including purchasing, sourcing, inventory management, transportation, and distribution.
Supply chain certifications (e.g., APICS or ISM certification such as CSCP, CPIM, and or CPSM) are highly desirable.
Demonstrated experience in leading large, cross-functional supply chain teams and remote workforces.
Strong expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
Proven track record in driving cost savings and implementing strategic sourcing initiatives.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green Belt/Black Belt), and Kaizen methodologies.
Experience in multimodal transportation management, including carrier negotiations and 3PL oversight.
Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret financial data, develop ROI models, and track key performance metrics.
Excellent communication and leadership skills, capable of influencing stakeholders and building consensus across departments.

The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Paid time off (PTO)
401(k) with matching program
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance

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