Director, Supply Chain Consulting - Remote -Extensive Travel
Synergetics Installations Worldwide, Portsmouth, NH, United States
Senior Director, Supply Chain
Synergetics Worldwide is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Director, Supply Chain, to join our Client Success & Delivery team. This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role for a seasoned supply chain executive who is equally at home in a boardroom presenting transformation strategies and on the plant floor driving implementation. You will lead complex, high-stakes supply chain engagements for PE-backed portfolio companies, managing multi-functional teams and delivering measurable EBITDA improvements for our clients. This role reports directly to the CEO/President and is central to how Synergetics delivers value. The ideal candidate brings deep functional expertise, executive presence, and a track record of leading multi-million dollar supply chain transformations and is energized by the pace and variety of consulting. Client Engagement Leadership
Lead end-to-end supply chain engagements of moderate to high complexity across PE portfolio companies. Serve as trusted advisor to C-suite executives and PE firm leadership on supply chain value creation opportunities. Design and execute supply chain transformations that deliver $10M+ EBITDA improvements. Conduct comprehensive supply chain diagnostics including network analysis, cost-to-serve assessments, inventory analysis, and capability maturity evaluations. Identify and quantify value creation opportunities across sourcing, planning, logistics, manufacturing, and inventory management. Present findings and recommendations to PE partners, boards, and executive leadership teams. Team Leadership & Development
Lead cross-functional teams (client staff and Synergetics consultants) to execute supply chain transformations. Manage teams of 25+ consultants across multiple workstreams. Mentor and develop junior consultants and managers. Establish KPIs, governance structures, and sustainable continuous improvement frameworks. Build client capabilities through knowledge transfer and training programs. Conduct performance reviews and career development planning for team members. Business Development & Thought Leadership
Support new client acquisition through proposal development and client presentations. Collaborate with Synergetics partners and business development team to identify and pursue opportunities. Develop subject matter expertise content including case studies, methodologies, and thought leadership. Contribute to practice development including methodology enhancement and tool development. Present at industry conferences and client events. What You'll Bring
Experience & Education: 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, with demonstrated delivery of large-scale transformations. Prior management consulting experience strongly preferred; candidates with deep industry experience in supply chain leadership roles at food manufacturing or consumer goods companies will be considered. Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field. MBA or master's degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Core Functional Competencies: Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in 4 or more of the following areas: Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): maturity assessments, IBP design and implementation, executive S&OP facilitation; Inventory Management: statistical inventory optimization, safety stock, ABC segmentation; demonstrated 2040%+ reductions; Demand Planning & Forecasting: statistical forecasting, MAPE/bias metrics, consensus forecasting, demand planning systems (Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, o9); Master Scheduling & Capacity Planning: ERP-based MPS/MRP configuration, CRP, finite capacity scheduling, bottleneck analysis; Warehouse/DC Management: WMS platforms (Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, Oracle WMS), inventory accuracy programs, DC layout and labor productivity optimization; Management Operating Systems (MOS): daily management systems, lean daily management, GEMBA walks, visual KPI dashboards, standardized work; ERP/MRP Remediation: BOM accuracy, master data management, system capability assessments; experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, or Epicor; Logistics & Transportation Management: network optimization, TMS implementation, carrier management, freight cost reduction; Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: category management, RFx processes, supplier negotiations, total cost of ownership, global sourcing. Certifications (Preferred): Supply Chain & Operations: CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, SCOR-P, CSCMP SCPro Process Excellence: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Procurement & Sourcing: CPSM, CIPS/MCIPS Project & Change Management: PMP, Prosci ERP/Technology: SAP SCM/MM/PP, Oracle SCM Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain, Kinaxis RapidResponse Demand Planning: IBF CPF (Certified Professional Forecaster) Additional Certifications (Preferred): Procurement & Sourcing CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager) Warehousing & Logistics WERC DC Pro Warehousing Education and Research Council credential, relevant to the WMS/DC management competency Lean & Continuous Improvement Shingo Institute Prize/Workshop Certifications Complements Lean Six Sigma and aligns with the MOS/daily management systems work TWI (Training Within Industry) Certification Directly supports the standardized work and leader standard work deliverables. Additional Requirements
Must reside within 1 hour of a major airport; East Coast location strongly preferred. Must be willing and able to travel 75%+ of the time to client sites. Executive presence with outstanding presentation, facilitation, and communication skills. Proven ability to lead diverse, geographically distributed teams through complex change. Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in a high-growth, fast-paced consulting environment. Compensation & Benefits
Synergetics Worldwide offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including: Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) with company contribution Short- and Long-Term disability insurance Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Unlimited paid time off and holidays Professional development support including certification reimbursement and conference participation Collaborative, high-performance culture with real opportunities for advancement Synergetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We utilize E-Verify for I9 certification.
Synergetics Worldwide is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Director, Supply Chain, to join our Client Success & Delivery team. This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role for a seasoned supply chain executive who is equally at home in a boardroom presenting transformation strategies and on the plant floor driving implementation. You will lead complex, high-stakes supply chain engagements for PE-backed portfolio companies, managing multi-functional teams and delivering measurable EBITDA improvements for our clients. This role reports directly to the CEO/President and is central to how Synergetics delivers value. The ideal candidate brings deep functional expertise, executive presence, and a track record of leading multi-million dollar supply chain transformations and is energized by the pace and variety of consulting. Client Engagement Leadership
Lead end-to-end supply chain engagements of moderate to high complexity across PE portfolio companies. Serve as trusted advisor to C-suite executives and PE firm leadership on supply chain value creation opportunities. Design and execute supply chain transformations that deliver $10M+ EBITDA improvements. Conduct comprehensive supply chain diagnostics including network analysis, cost-to-serve assessments, inventory analysis, and capability maturity evaluations. Identify and quantify value creation opportunities across sourcing, planning, logistics, manufacturing, and inventory management. Present findings and recommendations to PE partners, boards, and executive leadership teams. Team Leadership & Development
Lead cross-functional teams (client staff and Synergetics consultants) to execute supply chain transformations. Manage teams of 25+ consultants across multiple workstreams. Mentor and develop junior consultants and managers. Establish KPIs, governance structures, and sustainable continuous improvement frameworks. Build client capabilities through knowledge transfer and training programs. Conduct performance reviews and career development planning for team members. Business Development & Thought Leadership
Support new client acquisition through proposal development and client presentations. Collaborate with Synergetics partners and business development team to identify and pursue opportunities. Develop subject matter expertise content including case studies, methodologies, and thought leadership. Contribute to practice development including methodology enhancement and tool development. Present at industry conferences and client events. What You'll Bring
Experience & Education: 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, with demonstrated delivery of large-scale transformations. Prior management consulting experience strongly preferred; candidates with deep industry experience in supply chain leadership roles at food manufacturing or consumer goods companies will be considered. Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field. MBA or master's degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline strongly preferred. Core Functional Competencies: Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in 4 or more of the following areas: Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP): maturity assessments, IBP design and implementation, executive S&OP facilitation; Inventory Management: statistical inventory optimization, safety stock, ABC segmentation; demonstrated 2040%+ reductions; Demand Planning & Forecasting: statistical forecasting, MAPE/bias metrics, consensus forecasting, demand planning systems (Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, o9); Master Scheduling & Capacity Planning: ERP-based MPS/MRP configuration, CRP, finite capacity scheduling, bottleneck analysis; Warehouse/DC Management: WMS platforms (Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, Oracle WMS), inventory accuracy programs, DC layout and labor productivity optimization; Management Operating Systems (MOS): daily management systems, lean daily management, GEMBA walks, visual KPI dashboards, standardized work; ERP/MRP Remediation: BOM accuracy, master data management, system capability assessments; experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, or Epicor; Logistics & Transportation Management: network optimization, TMS implementation, carrier management, freight cost reduction; Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: category management, RFx processes, supplier negotiations, total cost of ownership, global sourcing. Certifications (Preferred): Supply Chain & Operations: CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, SCOR-P, CSCMP SCPro Process Excellence: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Procurement & Sourcing: CPSM, CIPS/MCIPS Project & Change Management: PMP, Prosci ERP/Technology: SAP SCM/MM/PP, Oracle SCM Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain, Kinaxis RapidResponse Demand Planning: IBF CPF (Certified Professional Forecaster) Additional Certifications (Preferred): Procurement & Sourcing CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager) Warehousing & Logistics WERC DC Pro Warehousing Education and Research Council credential, relevant to the WMS/DC management competency Lean & Continuous Improvement Shingo Institute Prize/Workshop Certifications Complements Lean Six Sigma and aligns with the MOS/daily management systems work TWI (Training Within Industry) Certification Directly supports the standardized work and leader standard work deliverables. Additional Requirements
Must reside within 1 hour of a major airport; East Coast location strongly preferred. Must be willing and able to travel 75%+ of the time to client sites. Executive presence with outstanding presentation, facilitation, and communication skills. Proven ability to lead diverse, geographically distributed teams through complex change. Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in a high-growth, fast-paced consulting environment. Compensation & Benefits
Synergetics Worldwide offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including: Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits 401(k) with company contribution Short- and Long-Term disability insurance Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Unlimited paid time off and holidays Professional development support including certification reimbursement and conference participation Collaborative, high-performance culture with real opportunities for advancement Synergetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We utilize E-Verify for I9 certification.