Overview
Supply Chain Director Jobs in Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area at LHH
Title: Supply Chain Director
Company: LHH
Location: Grand Rapids Metropolitan Area
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement a strategic supply chain plan aligned with business goals, ensuring cost-effective procurement, reliable delivery, and quality performance.
- Lead, mentor, and develop a cross-functional team including Buyers, Planners/Schedulers, Materials Handlers, and Logistics Coordinators.
- Oversee all procurement activities, including strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance evaluation.
- Direct production planning and scheduling to optimize throughput, reduce lead times, and maintain inventory accuracy.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships; drive supplier development initiatives to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Kaizen methodologies.
- Manage inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to achieve target turns and minimize carrying costs.
- Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Sales to support new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes, and customer requirements.
- Own the Supply Chain budget, including cost reduction initiatives and capital expenditure planning.
- Optimize ERP/MRP systems and processes to improve planning accuracy, forecasting, and material flow.
- Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process to align demand, supply, capacity, and financial objectives.
- Ensure compliance with all regulatory, trade, and company standards related to procurement and logistics.
- Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including on-time delivery, supplier quality, inventory turns, cost savings, and PPV.
- Oversee inbound and outbound logistics, including freight negotiations and distribution optimization.
- Support coordination within a unionized workforce environment as it relates to materials and warehouse operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the Vice President of Operations.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, Engineering, or a related field (MBA or Master’s preferred).
- 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment.
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and supply chain functions.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, production planning, and inventory management.
- Hands-on experience working in Lean Manufacturing environments with knowledge of Six Sigma and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).
- Experience in a unionized manufacturing environment is preferred.
Core Competencies
- Strategic mindset with the ability to translate business goals into actionable supply chain initiatives.
- Strong leadership, coaching, and team development capabilities.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
- Excellent negotiation and contract management expertise.
- Strong supplier relationship management skills.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to influence senior leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially advanced Excel and PowerPoint.
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, bill of materials (BOM), and production workflows.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP) or ISM CPSM certification.
- Experience in logistics management and freight negotiations.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
