Head of Supply Chain
Company: Orion Talent
Job Ref: # 635920
Date Posted: 8/15/2025 12:00:00 AM
Salary: $125,000 - $160,000
Description
Go to end ⇓Reporting to the US General Manager, the Head of Supply Chain is responsible for developing and executing a global supply chain strategy that ensures operational excellence, cost efficiency, and customer satisfaction across sourcing, procurement, logistics, and distribution functions. This executive role provides visionary leadership to cross-functional teams, driving innovation, resilience, and sustainability throughout the supply chain. The leader partners closely with executive leadership to align supply chain capabilities with business objectives, enabling scalable growth, risk mitigation, and competitive advantage in a dynamic global marketplace.
- Develop and execute a global supply chain strategy aligned with business goals
- Lead and manage teams across procurement, logistics, planning, warehousing, and inventory control
- Optimize supply chain processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, vendors, and logistics partners
- Implement and monitor KPIs to track supply chain performance
- Drive digital transformation and automation initiatives within the supply chain
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and sustainability standards
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Sales, Finance, and Operations
- Manage risk and develop contingency plans for supply chain disruptions
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
- Proven track record of managing complex, global supply chains
- Strong knowledge of supply chain systems, ERP platforms, and analytics tools
- Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills
- Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to problem-solving
- Experience in global manufacturing operations
- Certification in supply chain management preferred (e.g., APICS, CSCP, CPSM)
- Familiarity with ESG and sustainability practices in supply chain
- Experience with digital supply chain transformation and AI-driven analytics
- Strong understanding of cost structures, budgeting, and ROI analysis
- Executive presence and communication skills
- Change management and transformation leadership experience
- Collaborative mindset with cross-functional teams
- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- A dynamic and growing team focused on innovation and excellence
This employer values the proven success of military-trained leaders. They offer a path for growth, robust training, and a culture of excellence that aligns with the discipline and leadership veterans bring. You’ll join a high-performance team where your expertise will directly contribute to the company’s success.