Director of Supply Chain
ConfidentialDirector of Supply Chain Confidential Company | Packaging & Distribution Industry Location: Roswell, GA Hybrid – 3 days per week onsite Employment Type: Full-Time Job Function: Supply Chain / Operations Seniority Level: Director About the Opportunity An established packaging and distribution company seeks an experienced, hands-on Director of Supply Chain to lead procurement, inventory management, logistics, demand planning, and supply chain operations. This position will play a critical role in optimizing supply chain performance, strengthening domestic and international supplier relationships, ensuring product availability, and supporting the company's continued operational success. The ideal candidate is a strategic, hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, demonstrates strong financial and operational acumen, and collaborates effectively across Sales, Finance, Customer Service, and external business partners. Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Management & Procurement Lead sourcing, procurement, purchasing, and logistics activities to ensure operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Develop and maintain relationships with domestic and international suppliers, manufacturers, freight providers, and third-party logistics (3PL) partners. Negotiate vendor agreements, evaluate supplier performance, and identify cost-saving opportunities. Oversee purchase order management and supplier onboarding to support customer demand and business growth. Partner with Finance to align inventory purchasing decisions with budgets and profitability objectives. Inventory Management & Logistics Oversee inventory planning, replenishment, and demand forecasting across customer accounts and distribution partners. Monitor inventory levels, supplier lead times, inbound shipments, and purchasing requirements. Coordinate with 3PL partners to ensure inventory accuracy and reconcile monthly inventory reporting. Manage domestic and international logistics activities to support timely and cost-effective deliveries. Identify opportunities to improve inventory accuracy, reduce excess inventory, and strengthen supply chain efficiency. Sales, Customer Service & Pricing Partner with Sales and Pricing teams to evaluate new business opportunities, obtain vendor quotations, and support RFP responses. Coordinate operational requirements for new customer and vendor onboarding. Support customer accounts requiring inventory forecasting, replenishment planning, and supply chain coordination. Provide direct leadership and oversight of Customer Service Representatives and the Pricing Analyst. Ensure pricing accuracy, effective customer communication, and alignment with profitability objectives. Financial Performance & Operational Improvement Collaborate with Finance to monitor purchasing budgets, supplier costs, and inventory profitability. Develop recurring sales forecasts and monitor key supply chain performance indicators. Identify operational inefficiencies and implement process improvements. Oversee accurate supply chain data management and inventory system processes. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve operational consistency and accountability. Leadership & Collaboration Lead, coach, and develop team members while establishing clear performance expectations. Collaborate across Sales, Finance, Customer Service, and external business partners. Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer-focused service. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience considered. Minimum of 7 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, procurement, logistics, inventory management, or related operations. Demonstrated experience managing domestic and international suppliers and third-party logistics relationships. Strong background in inventory planning, d…