MAT Friction · 1 month ago
Director Of Supply Chain- Heavy Duty Brakes
Long Grove, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$140K/yr - $150K/yr
8+ years expMAT Friction is a leader in heavy-duty braking solutions for commercial vehicles and is seeking a Director of Supply Chain to lead and transform its global supply chain operations. The role involves designing and executing strategies for efficient material flow, fostering collaboration across stakeholders, and driving supply chain resilience.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with corporate objectives, ensuring operational plans directly support growth, profitability, and customer satisfaction
Drive supply chain resilience by developing contingency plans, diversifying sourcing strategies, and strengthening supplier risk management
Champion digital innovation through the adoption of advanced analytics, forecasting, and automation to enhance visibility and decision-making
Lead global trade compliance initiatives, ensuring adherence to international regulations, customs requirements, and ethical sourcing standards
Foster cross-functional collaboration by partnering with finance, sales, engineering, and operations to create unified business strategies
Promote a continuous improvement culture, embedding lean principles and Six Sigma methodologies to optimize processes and eliminate inefficiencies
Benchmark against industry leaders to identify opportunities for competitive advantage and implement best practices
Oversee sourcing, procurement, supplier management, inventory control, production planning, logistics, and distribution
Develop long-term supplier partnerships that support innovation, joint product development, and shared value creation, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost competitiveness
Shape organizational agility by anticipating market shifts, customer demands, and regulatory changes, positioning the company to respond quickly
Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance, including risk assessments and contingency planning
Drive demand planning and forecasting processes to balance inventory levels with customer requirements
Align supply chain plans with sales, marketing, and production strategies to support growth and profitability
Implement advanced inventory management systems to reduce obsolescence and optimize working capital
Manage core bank and expiry programs
Establish and monitor KPIs to measure supply chain effectiveness, cost efficiency, and service levels
Provide regular performance reports and actionable insights to senior leadership
Manage the supply chain budget, ensuring financial discipline and ROI on initiatives
Identify and mitigate risks related to supply disruptions, geopolitical volatility, and regulatory changes
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, customs requirements, and industry standards
Maintain robust business continuity and disaster recovery plans
Lead, mentor, and develop the supply chain team
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration
Promote professional development and succession planning within the department
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
8+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain management, preferably in manufacturing or automotive sectors
Demonstrated success in procurement, planning, logistics, and distribution
Experience with global supply chains, trade compliance, and supplier risk management
Track record of implementing digital tools and process improvements to enhance supply chain performance
Exceptional communication and presentation skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, leveraging data to drive decisions
Proven negotiation and contract management expertise
Highly organized, results-oriented, and adaptable in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred
Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
SAP or other ERP systems
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment
Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays
401k Retirement Plan + Company Match
Career Advancement Program, training and development
Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D
And More
Company
MAT Friction
Groupe industriel international, MAT développe, fabrique et distribue des équipements principalement pour le secteur de l'automobile (60% de son activité).
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase