The Director, Supply Chain Management will lead the plant’s end-to-end supply chain, including demand and production planning, material management, customer delivery, internal warehouse operations, shop floor logistics and transportation. As a member of the plant leadership team, develop and execute a clear supply chain strategy that improves customer satisfaction, operational performance and cost efficiency. Build a high-performing organization and drive continuous improvement, digitalization and data-driven decision-making in alignment with Plant Management, AVP Supply Chain North America and the BU Head of SCM & Logistics.

Supply Chain Strategy and Performance

• Represent Supply Chain Management in the plant leadership team and develop a shared vision and strategy with department leaders, aligned with plant and business unit objectives.
• Set goals in coordination with plant management and other functional heads. Regularly review performance and initiate corrective actions within delegated authority whenever targets are at risk.
• Drive structural improvements across all plant supply chain functions, strengthen cross-functional collaboration and implement common business processes and best practices.

Planning and Customer Management

• Lead demand, production, capacity and material planning, aligning customer requirements with supplier capabilities and plant resources.
• Drive the plant’s sales and operations planning process to balance customer delivery, production efficiency, inventory and working capital.
• Oversee supply-chain-related customer communication, delivery commitments and escalations. Lead cross-functional recovery plans and ensure timely, transparent communication.
• Proactively manage supply risks, material shortages and delivery disruptions together with Purchasing, Production, Quality, Sales and suppliers.

Financial Management and Operational Execution

• Own and improve the plant’s supply chain KPIs: Days Inventory Outstanding (DIO), Customer Delivery Performance, premium freight (special freight), transportation costs, warehouse costs and personnel costs.
• Develop and manage budgets and forecasts with department leaders and Finance. Deliver measurable cost savings while maintaining customer service, safety and operational stability.
• Lead internal warehouse operations and shop floor logistics, including receiving, storage, inventory accuracy, internal material flow, production line replenishment and finished goods handling. Ensure safe, efficient and reliable material supply to production through close coordination with Production and Planning.
• Oversee inbound and outbound transportation. Optimize packaging, freight consolidation, carrier performance and transportation costs.
• Manage transportation and warehouse service providers, including service levels, contract negotiations and cost control, in alignment with Purchasing and business unit standards.
• Ensure supply chain operations comply with applicable trade, customs, transportation and safety requirements.

Leadership, Systems and Continuous Improvement

• Lead, coach and develop the supply chain organization, with emphasis on strengthening managers’ leadership skills, employee engagement, accountability and succession planning.
• Drive implementation, adoption and continuous improvement of SAP, mobilizing local key users and coordinating support from the regional and BU SCX team.
• Advance digitalization, data quality and analytics to improve planning accuracy, operational transparency and decision-making.
• Apply Lean principles, structured problem-solving and change management to eliminate waste, resolve root causes and sustain improvements.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Management, Operations Management or other related field.
• At least five years of experience in a comparable supply chain management position within the automotive industry.
• Proven leadership experience in a manufacturing environment, including leading cross-functional teams and developing managers or team leaders.
• Strong expertise in demand and production planning, material management, inventory optimization and customer delivery, supported by hands-on experience in internal warehouse operations, shop floor logistics and transportation.
• Demonstrated experience managing customer relationships, delivery escalations and supply chain recovery plans.
• Proficiency in SAP and experience implementing or improving ERP systems; familiarity with transportation management systems.
• Proven ability to manage budgets, reduce costs and improve supply chain KPIs through analytical, data-driven decision-making.
• Strong Lean, continuous improvement, project management and change management capabilities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence across plant and business unit functions.
• Ability to prioritize effectively and lead decisively in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilstein has great benefits to offer!

• A state-of-the-art OE manufacturing plant with a strong focus on safety and cleanliness.
• Multiple competitive Health, Dental & Vision Coverage options.
• 401K matching program.
• Paid time off + 13 paid holidays.
• Paid volunteer hours.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Gym reimbursement.
• Company-paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Internal growth opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discounted BILSTEIN products.

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