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Clearfield · 2 months ago

Director, Global Supply Chain Planning

Minneapolis, MN

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$147K/yr - $221K/yr

10+ years exp

Clearfield is a company focused on optimizing global supply chain operations. The Director of Global Supply Chain Planning will lead a team to enhance efficiency, manage procurement, and ensure timely delivery of materials while driving strategic initiatives and process improvements across the supply chain.

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Growth Opportunities

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of a robust SIOP process that integrates business planning across sales, operations, finance, and product management

Facilitate monthly SIOP meetings to drive alignment between forecasted demand and operational capabilities

Analyze gaps in forecast accuracy and capacity to recommend solutions that align with business goals

Oversee procurement, logistics, inventory management, and supplier relationships to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of raw materials and finished products

Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies to address supply chain disruptions, including geopolitical, logistical, or supplier-related risks

Partner with R&D, sales, and finance teams to ensure supply chain strategies support new product introductions and market demands

Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) such as on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and supply chain costs to drive continuous improvement

Ensure compliance with industry regulations, quality standards, and environmental sustainability goals in all supply chain activities

Implement inventory control strategies to balance supply and demand, reduce excess stock, and ensure availability of critical components for uninterrupted production

Collaborate with manufacturing teams to align production schedules with demand forecasts, minimizing lead times and optimizing resource utilization

Identify and drive cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain without compromising quality or delivery timelines

Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and continuity of supply

Oversee supplier performance, conducting regular meetings internally and externally to ensure sourcing activities are on track

Communicates to the organization and suppliers the importance of meeting customer- as well as statutory and regulatory requirements

Oversee domestic and international logistics, ensuring cost-effective and timely delivery of materials and finished goods

Manage and develop a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and innovation

Build cross-functional partnerships to drive collaboration and continuous improvement

Qualification

SIOP expertiseSupply chain managementERP/MRP systemsAnalytical skillsLeadership experienceContinuous improvementRisk mitigation strategiesProblem-solving skillsCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field

10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role within a manufacturing environment

Proven expertise in SIOP and demand/supply balancing

Deep knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and supply chain planning tools

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills

Demonstrated ability to drive strategic initiatives and process improvements across global supply chain networks

Related experience in an ISO-based manufacturing environment for highly configurable products

Preferred

Master's or MBA

Experience in the fiber optics, electronics, or telecommunications industry

Experience working with Epicor

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits.

100% company paid Short-term and Long-term disability insurance coverage.

100% company paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance coverage.

100% company paid Business Travel Accident (BTA) insurance.

100% company paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Additional voluntary benefits are offered.

401K plan: Maximum match is 4.5% of the first 6% of contribution.

Employee Stock Purchase Plan:

Clearfield's Time Off Policy includes Personal Time Off (PTO) beginning at three weeks annually. PTO is accrued on the first of the month starting on day of hire. In addition, nine paid holidays per year.