<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Director of Supply Chain</p><p> <strong>Industry:</strong> Manufacturing</p><p> <strong>Salary: </strong>$145-170k + Bonus</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong></p><p> Our client is seeking an experienced Director of Supply Chain to lead their manufacturing supply chain operations, with direct oversight of the materials management and purchasing teams. This role is responsible for ensuring uninterrupted material flow to support production, optimizing inventory and procurement strategies, strengthening supplier partnerships, and driving operational efficiency across the manufacturing environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership experience in a plant or multi-site manufacturing setting, along with a proven ability to balance cost, quality, and delivery.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the materials management and purchasing teams to support production schedules and business objectives</li><li>Develop and execute supply chain strategies that ensure raw materials, components, and indirect supplies are available to meet manufacturing demand</li><li>Oversee purchasing activities, including sourcing, supplier selection, negotiations, and vendor performance management</li><li>Direct materials planning, inventory control, and replenishment processes to minimize shortages, excess, and obsolescence</li><li>Collaborate closely with production, operations, engineering, quality, logistics, and finance to align supply plans with manufacturing requirements</li><li>Monitor and improve supplier performance related to on-time delivery, quality, lead times, and cost competitiveness</li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives across procurement and materials flow, including process standardization and waste reduction</li><li>Manage inventory accuracy, cycle count programs, safety stock levels, and warehouse coordination as needed</li><li>Support production continuity by proactively identifying supply risks and implementing mitigation plans</li><li>Lead S&OP, forecasting, and capacity-related supply planning efforts in partnership with cross-functional teams</li><li>Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements</li><li>Utilize ERP/MRP systems and reporting tools to improve planning, decision-making, and supply chain visibility</li></ul>
<p><strong>IT Operations Manager</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Position Summary:</u></strong></p><p>The IT Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing all technology operations across the organization. This role provides strategic leadership, ensures system reliability and security, and manages day-to-day IT operations. The IT Manager will lead internal IT staff, manage vendors, and ensure alignment between technology and business needs.</p><p></p><p><strong><u>Duties and Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><p>• Lead and manage the organization’s IT operations and strategy</p><p>• Oversee Microsoft 365 environment, including security, access, and configuration</p><p>• Manage IT staff, including support personnel and future hires</p><p>• Develop and enforce IT policies, procedures, and security standards</p><p>• Ensure cybersecurity best practices, including MFA, endpoint protection, and monitoring</p><p>• Manage vendor relationships (internet, phone systems, software providers)</p><p>• Oversee onboarding/offboarding processes and system access controls</p><p>• Monitor system performance and ensure uptime and reliability</p><p>• Manage IT budget, forecasting, and cost optimization</p><p>• Lead IT projects and system improvements</p><p>• Ensure compliance with regulatory and organizational requirements</p><p>• Maintain documentation of systems, processes, and configurations</p><p>• Provide escalation support for complex technical issues</p><p>• Communicate IT performance and initiatives to executive leadership</p><p>• Maintain a positive, service-oriented relationship with all staff</p><p>• Support organizational mission and operational needs</p><p></p><p><strong><u>Core Systems focus:</u></strong></p><p>• Microsoft 365 (Outlook, Teams, SharePoint, Entra ID)</p><p>• Identity and access management</p><p>• Endpoint/device management</p><p>• Security tools and monitoring systems</p><p>• Vendor-managed infrastructure (network, internet, etc.)</p><p> </p><p><strong><u> Qualifications:</u></strong></p><p>• 5+ years of experience in IT operations or systems administration</p><p>• 2+ years in a leadership or senior-level role</p><p>• Strong experience with Microsoft 365 administration and security</p><p>• Experience managing vendors and IT projects</p><p>• Strong understanding of cybersecurity best practices</p><p>• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills</p><p>• Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical staff</p><p></p><p><strong><u>Preferred:</u></strong></p><p>• Experience in healthcare or regulated environments</p><p>• Familiarity with endpoint management and security tools</p><p>• Experience building or scaling IT operations</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Education:</u></strong></p><p>• Bachelor’s degree in IT-related field or equivalent experience</p>