Director of Global Supply Chain

Job Description

Are you passionate about ensuring life-saving pharmaceuticals reach patients safely and efficiently? Do you thrive in a dynamic, innovative environment? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you!

We are a leading global cold chain solutions company, dedicated to delivering cutting-edge products that guarantee the safe transportation of pharmaceuticals worldwide. As our Director of Global Supply Chain, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and executing our supply chain strategy, ensuring the highest standards of quality and reliability.

What Will You Do?

Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a comprehensive global supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives.

Oversee global supply, demand, and inventory planning functions.

Identify and address supply chain risks and opportunities— including market fluctuations, supply disruptions, and geopolitical issues—using data-driven decision-making and advanced forecasting tools.

Drive continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain processes, leveraging technology and data analytics to optimize operations.

Oversee critical points in the supply chain, ensuring proactive measures are taken to avoid disruptions that could lead to production downtime.

Supplier Management

Oversee supply chain functions, ensuring efficiency and alignment with company goals.

Establish and maintain strong relationships with global suppliers, foster long-term, mutually beneficial partnerships.

Negotiate contracts that balance cost, quality, and delivery performance, while ensuring clear performance metrics are established and monitored.

Evaluate and select suppliers based on performance and strategic fit with business goals.

Operations & Team Management

Coordinate manufacturing activities across departments and suppliers to optimize production efficiency and resource utilization, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.

Ensure that product quality standards, equipment performance, and operator performance are maintained while implementing cost-effective technology to maximize production.

Provide direct leadership of production operations, fostering cross-functional collaboration to enhance efficiency, quality, and productivity.

Define and execute a global inventory strategy that mitigates excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory and establishes cycle and year-end count programs.

Identify and implement process improvements based on performance metrics and data insights.

Coach, train, and mentor team members to enhance performance and professional development, creating a culture of continuous learning.

Experience & Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Management, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience). MBA preferred.

10+ years in senior leadership roles, with at least 5 years specifically in global supply chain management, including experience in managing international teams and operations.

Proven experience in project management, process optimization, and S&OP processes.

Strong track record in managing customer and vendor relationships, with an emphasis on long-term collaboration.

Experience with digital supply chain tools, such as AI, blockchain, or advanced forecasting software, is a plus.

Experience driving production capabilities.

Proficiency in supply chain management software and data analytics tools to drive decision-making and process improvement.

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Quality Systems, and Microsoft Office products.

Ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions that improve efficiency and support business goals.

Excellent cross-cultural communication skills with experience leading global teams, developing people, and managing organizational change.

Strong conflict resolution, and problem-solving expertise.

Strong negotiation skills with proven results cost reduction, T&C negotiations, risks mitigation, and balance capacity with production demands.

Ability to work across organizational levels and delegate effectively, with a focus on team empowerment.

Work Environment:

In office requirement, minimum three days per week.

80% office-based, 20% manufacturing environment exposure.

Occasional travel required (up to 20%) to oversee global operations and supplier relationships.

Why Join Us:

At CSafe, we foster an exciting, collaborative, and inclusive work environment that promotes personal and professional growth. We encourage feedback, foster trust, and support a culture of inclusion where everyone’s voice matters. Be Part of a Growing Industry by joining a forward-thinking team in the rapidly expanding temperature-controlled shipping sector. Here’s what we offer to our employees:

Competitive and Comprehensive Health Benefit Package

Paid Time OFF (PTO) starting at 25 days plus Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Travel Assistance Program

Financial Wellness Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Parental Leave

Referral Bonus Program

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Training & Development Opportunities

International Exposure: Gain experience working with a team spread across 21 countries

Career Growth Opportunities

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Full-time