Director, Global Supply Chain

The Director, Global Supply Chain leads supply chain strategy across the entire Level Measurement Solutions business unit globally. Drives operational efficiency and cost savings. Responsible for leveraging buying power, optimizing vendor relationships, and implementing competitive sourcing strategies to reduce overall spend and improve lead times. Plays a key role in aligning supply chain operations with strategic business goals.Responsibilities:Initiates and leads Global (SIOP) Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning ProcessBuilds, mentors, and retains high-performing teams and drive engagement through transparent communication, recognition, and professional developmentSets make vs. buy and make/buy location strategy in conjunction with other key stakeholders; increase % parts coming from low cost regions.Lead Inventory Reduction Initiative including E&O management, outsourcing, etc.Identifies and Mitigates supply chain risks through proactive planning and controls.Evaluates component rationalization opportunities with engineering.Standardizes sourcing processes and tools to improve visibility and control.Consolidates supplier base and renegotiate contracts to achieve cost savings.Leads competitive quoting initiatives for goods and services.Identifies and implements alternative sourcing solutions to reduce spend.Develops and maintains strategic relationships with key suppliers.Conducts regular supplier performance reviews and corrective action plans.Negotiates service-level agreements and contracts to maximize value.Onboards new vendors aligned with cost and quality goals.Partners with operations, finance, and site leadership to align supply chain strategies.Facilitates communication and coordination across departments.Establishes KPIs and dashboards to track savings, supplier performance, and cycle times.Leads process improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.Ensures adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements.Mitigates supply chain risks through proactive planning and controls.Qualifications:4 year Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or relatedMaster's or Advanced degree preferred10+ years with progressive supply chain management roles including people leadershipAbility to effectively lead with little supervision.Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop, motivate, and influence people.Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.Working knowledge of ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and spend analysis tools.Ability to assess situations and solve problems in a timely manner.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.CompensationEmployee Type: SalariedSalary Minimum: $175,000Salary Maximum: $185,000Incentive: YesDisclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.For more information on AMETEK's competitive benefits, please click here.AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers' most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 (866) 263-8359.Nearest Major Market: AuroraNearest Secondary Market: Chicago