Sr Director Supply Chain

Job Summary:
The Senior Director of Supply Chain is a member of the senior leadership team responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the end-to-end supply chain to support growth across manufacturing, service, and all field / construction operations of PowerSecure. The role will directly lead procurement, sourcing, supplier quality, materials planning, and inbound shipping / logistics.
Role will work in close coordination with inventory control and warehousing.
This leader will develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy that ensures material availability, cost competitiveness, and a resilient supplier network. The role serves as a key partner to Manufacturing, Engineering, Service, Field Construction/EPC, and Finance to support growth and drive operational excellence.
This position requires a hands-on, cross-functional leader with deep experience in manufacturing supply chains, strong business acumen, and executive-level leadership and communication skills. The ideal candidate must also demonstrate the ability to scale operations effectively in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
Minimum Qualifications: (Education, Experience, Knowledge, and Skills):
• Experience
o 15+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 7+ years in senior
leadership roles.
o Proven experience developing end-to-end supply chain and sourcing strategies to support significant business growth (2x–3x+).
o Deep experience in vertically integrated manufacturing & assembly operation
environments is required; experience with fabrication, welding, switchgear and
controls, and/or power generation equipment is preferred.
o Demonstrated success negotiating supplier contracts exceeding $100 million and managing multi-year master service agreements in both domestic and international supplier partners.
• Leadership and Change Management
o Strategic thinker with strong execution skills and the ability to lead through change in fast-paced environments.
o Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional team development skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Education and Certifications
o Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field; MBA or M.S. in Supply Chain Management preferred. Professional certification such as ISM-CPSM or ASCM-CSCP required; CPIM or a
similar certification preferred.
• Technical and Business Skills
o Strong ERP/MRP systems experience, including IFS, SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
o Demonstrated success in cost reduction, supplier performance improvement, and scaling supply chain operations to support growth.
o Strong financial, analytical, and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
o Deep understanding of procurement and sourcing strategies, MRP planning,
production support processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
1. End-to-End Supply Chain Leadership
• Lead all supply chain and sourcing functions from demand planning through procurement, materials management, and production support
• Ensure material availability and efficient flow of materials in alignment with production schedules and customer delivery commitments
• Drive alignment across sourcing, purchasing, planning, and logistics teams to improve coordination and eliminate silos
2. Supply Chain Strategy & Transformation
• Develop and execute a multi-year supply chain strategy aligned to business growth, operational priorities and new product introductions
• Build scalable systems, processes, automation, and organizational capabilities to support expansion and transformation. Leverage and apply AI for organizational and process efficiency.
3. Procurement & Sourcing Excellence
• Establish best-in-class sourcing and procurement strategies across all commodities
• Develop an overall inbound shipping and logistics plans including consignment stock strategies
• Lead supplier selection, negotiation, and long-term partnership development
• Drive cost-out initiatives while balancing quality, lead time, and service levels
• Oversee supplier risk management and continuity planning
4. Materials Planning & Production Support
• Ensure robust MRP planning processes, parameter governance, and effective ERP utilization Drive improvements in purchased part availability at shop order start while reducing shortages and production disruptions
• Implement planning strategies that improve schedule attainment, inventory performance, and production readiness
5. Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
• Implement Lean and continuous improvement methodologies across supply chain
• Develop and monitor KPIs, including