Director of Supply Chain

Elma Electronic Inc. is a privately held, global manufacturer of high‑precision electronic systems and components supporting mission‑critical applications across the defense, aerospace, and industrial technology markets. With operations spanning North America, Europe, and Asia, Elma is recognized for its technical leadership, low‑volume/high‑mix manufacturing expertise, and long‑term customer partnerships.

As the U.S. business enters a growth and transformation phase, we are seeking a Director of Supply Chain to lead and modernize end‑to‑end supply chain operations across our three U.S. manufacturing sites while partnering closely with Engineering, Production, and Sales. This is on-site in the Lawrenceville, GA area.

The Opportunity

This is a high‑impact leadership role reporting directly to the President, with matrix responsibility across Manufacturing Operations and alignment with the global Elma Group. The Director of Supply Chain will play a pivotal role in transitioning the organization from reactive execution to strategic, demand‑driven supply chain planning, while strengthening supplier partnerships and enabling enterprise scalability.

What You’ll Do

• Lead all supply chain functions across three U.S. manufacturing sites (Fremont, CA; Lawrenceville, GA; Horsham, PA), including procurement, sourcing, logistics, inventory management, and supplier development
• Provide matrix leadership to site‑based warehouse operations, ensuring alignment across Production, Sales, and Planning
• Manage and develop a team of approximately 10 supply chain professionals, balancing legacy talent and new hires through coaching, performance management, and capability building
• Standardize and optimize supply chain processes across sites while supporting broader global integration initiatives
• Drive transformation from tactical execution to strategic sourcing, planning, and supplier optimization
• Lead supplier and commodity rationalization initiatives in collaboration with Engineering, Sales, and Production
• Serve as business process owner for supply chain policies, procedures, and documentation
• Act as a key functional leader in the expansion and optimization of Microsoft Dynamics 365 ERP, working closely with IT and PLM stakeholders
• Establish supplier performance review cadences, including quarterly scorecards and continuous improvement programs
• Conduct make/buy analyses and oversee contract execution (including VMI and material returns)
• Monitor and report on critical KPIs such as purchase price variance, inventory turns, and cycle count accuracy
• Support monthly materials reporting, including NRE costs and inventory metrics
• Champion digital enablement opportunities, including supplier portals and enhanced data visibility
• Lead change management initiatives and cultivate a culture of accountability, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

What We’re Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Business Management, or related field
• 7–10 years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain and materials management
• Experience in electronics, aerospace, defense, or other regulated low‑volume/high‑mix manufacturing environments
• Proven success leading multi‑site supply chain organizations with both strategic and tactical responsibilities

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies

• Strong cross‑functional leadership and influence in matrixed organizations
• Demonstrated success in supplier development, optimization, and cost reduction
• Familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 or comparable enterprise ERP systems
• Analytical, execution‑oriented problem solver with a transformation mindset
• Proven ability to coach teams, manage change, and build scalable processes
• Effective communicator able to partner with executive leadership, operations, and engineering teams

Why Join Elma

• Be a key leader in a growing, transformation‑oriented U.S. business
• Direct influence on operational performance, systems modernization, and global integration
• Collaborative culture that values technical rigor, accountability, and long‑term thinking
• Opportunity to shape supply chain strategy for mission‑critical, regulated industries

Compensation & Benefits

Elma Electronic Inc. offers a competitive compensation package including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage
• Life insurance
• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Elma Electronic Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status.