Sr. Director of Supply Chain Management
FLEXRACK by Qcells, Highland Hills, OH, United States
Senior Director of Supply Chain Management
Department : FLEXRACK Center
Location : Cleveland, OH
Supervisor : Head of Tracker Operations
FLSA Status : Exempt
Position Status : Permanent; Full-Time
Work Status : Hybrid
Summary The Senior Director of Supply Chain Management leads and optimizes end‑to‑end supply chain operations, focusing on strategic sourcing, logistics, material flow, and vendor management to support utility‑scale solar and racking system projects. The role coordinates procurement, planning, and distribution to meet project timelines, control costs, and support business growth. The Director collaborates with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to negotiate favorable terms, secure critical materials, and mitigate supply and logistics risks. Leveraging data and analytics, the Director improves forecasting accuracy, lead time reliability, and supplier performance, driving cost‑saving opportunities, enhancing inventory turns, and supporting margin improvement. The position reports to senior leadership and aligns supply chain operations with long‑term strategic goals.
Reports to: Head of Tracker Operations (or other senior executive as designated by the CEO). Hybrid work based in Cleveland, OH, Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 AM or 9:00‑6:00 PM EST. Travel up to 30% required.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Supply Chain Management and Purchasing functions, including direct and indirect procurement.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials to support current and future production needs.
Oversee the planning and implementation of purchasing operations, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
Establish and enforce sourcing procedures and best practices, ensuring alignment with company policies and compliance standards.
Monitor inventory levels against production schedules, addressing discrepancies and initiating corrective actions to maintain material flow.
Identify and resolve inefficiencies within the supply chain, implementing long‑term corrective measures to optimize operations.
Manage cost efficiency while meeting production and delivery requirements.
Oversee accurate inventory adjustments for scrapped, replaced, or displaced materials.
Ensure complete and clear data is available for all prospective and active purchase orders.
Collaborate with the Engineering team to validate and update bills of materials, ensuring accuracy across all departments.
Communicate proactively with Production Management regarding potential delays or material shortages that may impact production schedules.
Implement and maintain procedures that validate accurate receipt of purchased materials and alignment with purchase orders.
Maintain organized documentation to support purchasing activities and facilitate quick access to key information.
Ensure the Purchasing team provides up‑to‑date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with company safety policies.
Promote continuous learning and training within the supply chain team to stay current with industry best practices and technologies.
Cultivate strong, productive relationships with vendors while staying informed on market trends that may affect material supply and demand.
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the Purchasing team to drive performance and accountability.
Review and refine procurement practices to align with best‑in‑class inventory and sourcing standards.
Ensure accurate, consistent data management within supply chain systems, including vendor records, order quantities, and inventory levels.
Cross‑train team members to ensure operational continuity and resilience across all supply chain and purchasing functions.
Regular attendance, in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in supply chain management, business, sustainability or any relevant field.
10 years of experience in responsible procurement management (strategy as well as execution).
Expertise in logistics, procurement, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP), alongside strong strategic, analytical, and cross‑functional team management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications: APICS (CSCP, CLTD), CPSM, or Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) are preferred to validate expertise.
EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk.
Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far.
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends stairway to get to office upper and lower floors.
Travel: up to 30% as needed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular professional, office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting).
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite).
Compensation The anticipated starting pay range for this position, located in Cleveland, OH, is $170,000 – $200,000 base salary per year. The salary range is required by the Cleveland Pay Transparency Act and may differ for candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation depends on factors such as internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses, and experience relative to the minimum qualifications. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and other benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employment FLEXRACK by Qcells is a proud at‑will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. FLEXRACK by Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr‑usa@qcells.com.
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Summary The Senior Director of Supply Chain Management leads and optimizes end‑to‑end supply chain operations, focusing on strategic sourcing, logistics, material flow, and vendor management to support utility‑scale solar and racking system projects. The role coordinates procurement, planning, and distribution to meet project timelines, control costs, and support business growth. The Director collaborates with suppliers, manufacturers, and internal stakeholders to negotiate favorable terms, secure critical materials, and mitigate supply and logistics risks. Leveraging data and analytics, the Director improves forecasting accuracy, lead time reliability, and supplier performance, driving cost‑saving opportunities, enhancing inventory turns, and supporting margin improvement. The position reports to senior leadership and aligns supply chain operations with long‑term strategic goals.
Reports to: Head of Tracker Operations (or other senior executive as designated by the CEO). Hybrid work based in Cleveland, OH, Monday‑Friday 8:00‑5:00 AM or 9:00‑6:00 PM EST. Travel up to 30% required.
Essential Job Functions & Responsibilities
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of all Supply Chain Management and Purchasing functions, including direct and indirect procurement.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies that maintain optimal inventory levels and ensure timely availability of materials to support current and future production needs.
Oversee the planning and implementation of purchasing operations, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
Establish and enforce sourcing procedures and best practices, ensuring alignment with company policies and compliance standards.
Monitor inventory levels against production schedules, addressing discrepancies and initiating corrective actions to maintain material flow.
Identify and resolve inefficiencies within the supply chain, implementing long‑term corrective measures to optimize operations.
Manage cost efficiency while meeting production and delivery requirements.
Oversee accurate inventory adjustments for scrapped, replaced, or displaced materials.
Ensure complete and clear data is available for all prospective and active purchase orders.
Collaborate with the Engineering team to validate and update bills of materials, ensuring accuracy across all departments.
Communicate proactively with Production Management regarding potential delays or material shortages that may impact production schedules.
Implement and maintain procedures that validate accurate receipt of purchased materials and alignment with purchase orders.
Maintain organized documentation to support purchasing activities and facilitate quick access to key information.
Ensure the Purchasing team provides up‑to‑date Safety Data Sheets (SDS) in accordance with company safety policies.
Promote continuous learning and training within the supply chain team to stay current with industry best practices and technologies.
Cultivate strong, productive relationships with vendors while staying informed on market trends that may affect material supply and demand.
Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the Purchasing team to drive performance and accountability.
Review and refine procurement practices to align with best‑in‑class inventory and sourcing standards.
Ensure accurate, consistent data management within supply chain systems, including vendor records, order quantities, and inventory levels.
Cross‑train team members to ensure operational continuity and resilience across all supply chain and purchasing functions.
Regular attendance, in accordance with the company's attendance policy and supervisory assignment, is an essential job duty requirement for this position.
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in supply chain management, business, sustainability or any relevant field.
10 years of experience in responsible procurement management (strategy as well as execution).
Expertise in logistics, procurement, and ERP systems (e.g., SAP), alongside strong strategic, analytical, and cross‑functional team management skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Certifications: APICS (CSCP, CLTD), CPSM, or Lean Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) are preferred to validate expertise.
EXAMPLES OF PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Stationary Position: frequently remains stationary up to 90% of the time and sitting up to 8 hours a day.
Move/Traverse: infrequently bend, stand, stoop and/or walk.
Carry Weight: infrequently carry weight and/or lift objects (light to heavy) weighing up to 10 pounds.
Hearing and Speech: frequently communicates with the ability to hear and talk on a regular basis with employees, coworkers, and all personnel matters; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
Sight: frequent use of sight to detect images on computer, office documents, and office objects near and far.
Climb: occasionally ascends/descends stairway to get to office upper and lower floors.
Travel: up to 30% as needed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular professional, office business setting.
Noise level ranges from low to moderate (if in office setting).
Noise level ranges from moderate to high (if on construction worksite).
Compensation The anticipated starting pay range for this position, located in Cleveland, OH, is $170,000 – $200,000 base salary per year. The salary range is required by the Cleveland Pay Transparency Act and may differ for candidates hired nationwide. Actual compensation depends on factors such as internal pay equity, skill set, education, licenses, and experience relative to the minimum qualifications. An additional discretionary bonus structure or incentives may be offered as part of the overall compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, dental, and other benefits.
Equal Opportunity Employment FLEXRACK by Qcells is a proud at‑will Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
We are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. FLEXRACK by Qcells will provide reasonable accommodations to all qualified individuals with disabilities to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodations at hr‑usa@qcells.com.
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