Director of Supply Chain

Job Summary :

The Director of Supply Chain will oversee the development and implementation of sourcing strategies to guarantee a consistent supply of high-quality materials and components for trailer production. This position involves crafting supply chain strategies, managing supplier relationships, and supervising inventory and logistics. The role also includes leading several direct reports who lead cross-functional teams and analyzing performance to enhance quality, efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery across multiple trailer manufacturing plants in the U.S. This position is on-site in Nampa, Idaho. Travel 10% to 25% of the time may be required.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Sourcing :

Establishes and implements strategies meant to optimize organizational inventory levels and support organizational business objectives.

Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for raw materials, fabricated parts, components, and services specific to trailer manufacturing.

Lead contract negotiations of price, terms, and delivery with suppliers to reduce cost, and improve quality and value.

Develop short and long-term sourcing strategies aligned with production schedules and company growth goals.

Supplier Management :

Develops and maintains relationships with existing and new supplier vendors that can improve efficiency or performance of supply chain networks.

Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as quality, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness.

Lead supplier audits and resolve supplier-related issues including non-conformance or delivery failures.

Cost & Risk Management :

Analyze market trends, materials pricing, and availability to mitigate cost risks and supply shortages.

Analyzes historical data to forecast demand and predict inventory needs.

Track and report cost savings initiatives, as well as responsibility for team P&L.

Work cross-functionally with Engineering and Production to support value engineering and cost-down efforts.

Operational Support :

Collaborate with production planning, manufacturing, purchasing, and inventory teams to ensure timely procurement and flow of materials.

Support new product introductions by sourcing components and services to meet design and timeline requirements.

Sets supply chain performance standards and tracks progress against goals.

Contributes to strategic planning, direction, and goal setting for the department or function in collaboration with senior management, including identifying areas for improvement.

Ensure compliance with all safety, regulatory, and environmental policies related to sourcing and vendor selection.

Qualifications :

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of supply chain management principles and processes. They should demonstrate excellent leadership, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills, coupled with the ability to develop and execute strategic plans. This role requires the establishment of departmental policies, practices, and procedures that significantly impact the organization, including reversal of longstanding behaviors that drive inefficiencies.

Key Qualifications : Experience :

Minimum of 10 years of Supply Chain Management experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting with 5+ years of managerial experience

Experience with multi-plant sourcing or centralized procurement operations, ideally in a larger scale organization with widely adopted best practices

Strategy and supplier management / negotiations experience is a plus

Technical Skills :

Proficiency with various supply chain technologies and systems, purchasing software, and ERP systems (e.g., NetSuite, SAP, or similar).

Strong negotiation, analytical, problem solving, and organizational skills.

Preferred Background :

Knowledge of manufacturing, vehicle or large scale assembly, raw materials, and fabrication processes is a strong plus.

A bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required, MBA or consulting experience is preferred

Essential Attributes :

Excellent communication and vendor relationship management skills.

Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced production environment.

Strength in coaching and developing team members with various skillsets (caring people leader).

Ability to work independently with an understanding of change management, along with the ability to take initiative to put fundamentals in place

Physical Requirements :

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer

Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds (e.g., files, packages, or office supplies)

Repetitive hand and wrist movements for typing and data entry

Ability to communicate effectively via phone, video calls, and in-person meetings

Occasional walking, standing, or bending to retrieve or file documents

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Interstate Group, LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.