Director, Global Supply Chain
Pittsburgh, PA - USA
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We are seekinga dynamic results-drivenDirector of GlobalSupply Chainto lead theend-to-endsupply chain strategyand logistics executionfor a globalbusiness division. Thisis a highlyvisible leadership roleresponsible for transformingsupply chain performance building high-performingglobal teams anddelivering exceptionalcustomer outcomes.
As a keymember of theBusiness Unit leadershipteam you willdevelop and executethe global supplychain strategy acrossplanning inventory logistics distribution and serviceoperations. You willdrive operational excellence improve customer satisfaction optimize working capital and create scalableprocesses that supportcontinued business growth. Success in thisrole requires astrategic thinker whois equally comfortabledriving enterprise initiativesand leading teamsthrough change. Theideal candidate hasa passion fordeveloping people influencingacross functions anddelivering measurable businessresults in acomplex global environment.
This is anopportunity to shapethe future ofa global supplychain organization withsignificant visibilityand impact. Youwill lead strategictransformation initiatives develop exceptional talent and influence criticalbusiness decisions whiledelivering measurable improvementsin customer experience operational performance and financial results. The successful candidateis an energetic collaborative leader whothrives in afast-paced environment embraces continuous improvement and is passionateabout building teamsthat consistently deliveroutstanding results. We value leaderswho embody theThermo Fisher FourIsIntegrity Intensity Innovation and Involvementand who inspireothers to achievetheir best everyday.
What will you do:
Lead Global Supply Chain Strategy
Develop and executethe end-to-end supply chainstrategy supporting businessgrowth customer experience and operational excellence.
Lead global planning inventory managementlogistics transportation distribution and servicesupply chain operationsthroughout the productand service lifecycle.
Partner closely withOperations CommercialFinance and Serviceleadership to alignsupply chain capabilitieswith business prioritiesand Annual OperatingPlans.
Build scalable standardizedglobal processes thatimprove responsivenesswhile reducing totalsupply chain cost.
Drive Supply ChainPerformance
Deliver best-in-class performance acrossOn-Time In-Full (OTIF) fillrate inventory availability forecast accuracy andcustomer service metrics.
Optimize inventory investmentthrough improved forecasting replenishment strategies safety stock optimization and planning processes.
Improve working capitalperformance by reducingexcess and obsoleteinventory while ensuringhigh service levels.
Lead Sales Operations& Inventory Planning (SIOP) processes to balancecustomer demand operationalcapacity and inventoryinvestment globally.
Develop long-rangecapacity and networkplans supporting serviceparts instrument availability transportation and distribution.
Utilize data analyticsand business intelligenceto identify risks improve decision-making and proactively addresssupply chain challenges.
Lead Global LogisticsOperations
Provide strategic leadershipfor global transportation distribution and third-party logistics (3PL) operations.
Optimize domestic andinternational transportationnetworks for instruments service parts replacementunits and customerreturns.
Improve warehouse operations reverse logistics refurbishment and asset recoveryprograms.
Develop strategic carrierrelationships that improvecost service andreliability.
Ensure compliance withglobal trade regulations import/export requirements hazardous materials handling and applicable transportationregulations.
Establish robust operationalreporting and KPIdashboards that driveaccountability and continuousimprovement.
Lead High-PerformingTeams
Inspire coach anddevelop a geographicallydiverse global organizationwhile fostering aculture of accountability collaboration and continuousimprovement.
Build organizational capabilitythrough talent development succession planning andstrategic recruiting.
Lead cross-functionalteams to implementLean Six Sigma and operational excellenceinitiatives that improvecustomer experience andbusiness performance.
Establish clear performanceobjectives and meaningfuldevelopment plans thatenable employees togrow and succeed.
Serve as atrusted business partnerand influential leaderacross the organization.
How will you get here:
Education
Bachelors degree inSupply Chain Management Business EngineeringOperations or arelated field.
MBA or advanceddegree preferred.
Experience
10 years ofprogressive supply chainleadership experience withina complex globalorganization.
Minimum of 7years leading anddeveloping high-performingteams.
Deep expertise insupply chain planning materials managementinventory optimizationand logistics operations.
Demonstrated success leadinglarge-scale operationalimprovements and supplychain transformation initiatives.
Strong business acumenwith experience balancingcustomer service operationalperformance and financialobjectives.
Exceptional analyticalstrategic thinking andproblem-solving skills.
Proven ability toinfluence executive stakeholdersand lead throughorganizational change.
Excellent communicationand relationship-buildingskills with theability to collaborateacross global functions.
Ability to travelup to 25%.
APICS/ASCM Certification(CPIM CSCP orequivalent)
Lean Manufacturing Certification
Six Sigma GreenBelt or BlackBelt
Experience supporting aglobal service-basedbusiness model
Knowledge of managerialaccounting principlesincluding working capitaland balance sheetmanagement
Experience leveraging ERPsystems advanced planningsolutions and dataanalytics to improvesupply chain performance
Required Experience:
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