Senior Director Supply Chain
Interactive Resources - iR, Knoxville, TN, United States
Are you a strategic supply chain leader who thrives on building high-performing operations and driving enterprise-wide impact? We’re looking for a
Senior Director of Supply Chain
to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution across a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment.
This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for aligning demand, supply, and financial performance—ensuring operational excellence, cost optimization, and exceptional customer service.
What You’ll Do: Own the End-to-End Supply Chain Lead the full supply chain lifecycle from demand planning through customer fulfillment Establish performance metrics, governance, and accountability across all functions Align supply chain strategy with business goals and customer commitments Partner with site leadership to drive operational execution and working capital performance Drive Planning, Scheduling & SIOP Excellence Lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process and executive reviews Enhance forecast accuracy through data, analytics, and scenario planning Oversee demand planning, capacity planning, and production scheduling Monitor KPIs, mitigate risks, and implement continuous improvements Lead Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management Own sourcing strategy, procurement operations, and supplier relationships Negotiate contracts to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk Implement supplier performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives Optimize Working Capital & Inventory Develop inventory strategies that balance service, cost, and cash flow Improve inventory turns, DIO, and material availability Partner with Finance to manage working capital and cash flow impacts Reduce excess and obsolete inventory through targeted initiatives Champion Continuous Improvement Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence initiatives Standardize processes and improve data integrity across systems Leverage ERP and planning tools to enhance decision-making Build a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and execution Influence Across the Enterprise Partner with Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Technology leaders Serve as a trusted advisor on supply chain strategy, risks, and trade-offs Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team
Key Metrics for Success Customer service levels (OTIF) Forecast accuracy and SIOP effectiveness Inventory turns, DIO, and working capital performance Procurement savings and supplier performance Schedule adherence and capacity utilization Productivity gains and continuous improvement impact
What You Bring Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience Deep expertise in SIOP, planning, scheduling, and procurement Strong financial acumen with direct impact on working capital and cash flow Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership Experience across mixed manufacturing models (Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, etc.) Preferred: Experience in manufacturing or complex supply chain environments Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP) ERP and advanced planning systems experience Leadership Profile Strategic, systems-oriented thinker Data-driven and results-focused Strong communicator and influencer Change agent with a continuous improvement mindset Hands-on leader with a bias for execution
Senior Director of Supply Chain
to lead end-to-end supply chain strategy and execution across a complex, multi-site manufacturing environment.
This is a highly visible leadership role responsible for aligning demand, supply, and financial performance—ensuring operational excellence, cost optimization, and exceptional customer service.
What You’ll Do: Own the End-to-End Supply Chain Lead the full supply chain lifecycle from demand planning through customer fulfillment Establish performance metrics, governance, and accountability across all functions Align supply chain strategy with business goals and customer commitments Partner with site leadership to drive operational execution and working capital performance Drive Planning, Scheduling & SIOP Excellence Lead the Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (SIOP) process and executive reviews Enhance forecast accuracy through data, analytics, and scenario planning Oversee demand planning, capacity planning, and production scheduling Monitor KPIs, mitigate risks, and implement continuous improvements Lead Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management Own sourcing strategy, procurement operations, and supplier relationships Negotiate contracts to optimize cost, quality, delivery, and risk Implement supplier performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives Optimize Working Capital & Inventory Develop inventory strategies that balance service, cost, and cash flow Improve inventory turns, DIO, and material availability Partner with Finance to manage working capital and cash flow impacts Reduce excess and obsolete inventory through targeted initiatives Champion Continuous Improvement Lead Lean, Six Sigma, or similar operational excellence initiatives Standardize processes and improve data integrity across systems Leverage ERP and planning tools to enhance decision-making Build a culture of accountability, problem-solving, and execution Influence Across the Enterprise Partner with Operations, Commercial, Finance, and Technology leaders Serve as a trusted advisor on supply chain strategy, risks, and trade-offs Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing team
Key Metrics for Success Customer service levels (OTIF) Forecast accuracy and SIOP effectiveness Inventory turns, DIO, and working capital performance Procurement savings and supplier performance Schedule adherence and capacity utilization Productivity gains and continuous improvement impact
What You Bring Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, Business, or related field 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience Deep expertise in SIOP, planning, scheduling, and procurement Strong financial acumen with direct impact on working capital and cash flow Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence senior leadership Experience across mixed manufacturing models (Make-to-Stock, Make-to-Order, etc.) Preferred: Experience in manufacturing or complex supply chain environments Lean, Six Sigma, or APICS certifications (CPIM, CSCP) ERP and advanced planning systems experience Leadership Profile Strategic, systems-oriented thinker Data-driven and results-focused Strong communicator and influencer Change agent with a continuous improvement mindset Hands-on leader with a bias for execution