What are the responsibilities and job description for the VP Supply Chain position at Golden Technology?
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The Role: Vice President of Supply Chain
Location: Lancaster, SC
Type: Direct Hire
What You'll Do:
The Vice President of Supply Chain will provide strategic leadership across the organization's end-to-end supply chain operations. This position will oversee supply planning, procurement, inventory, logistics, distribution, supplier relationships, and overall supply chain performance.
The VP will develop and execute supply chain strategies that support business growth, operational efficiency, cost management, and continuity of supply. This leader will work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams to improve processes, strengthen supplier relationships, optimize inventory, and support organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute the overall supply chain strategy.
- Lead planning, procurement, inventory, logistics, and distribution functions.
- Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships and performance standards.
- Identify opportunities to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and strengthen supply continuity.
- Lead forecasting, capacity planning, and cross-functional supply planning processes.
- Develop and monitor supply chain KPIs and performance metrics.
- Support continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
- Partner with Finance, Operations, Sales, Quality, and other departments to align supply chain activities with business objectives.
- Build, lead, and develop a high-performing supply chain organization.
- Establish processes that support long-term scalability, efficiency, and organizational growth.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of progressive supply chain leadership experience.
- Experience leading multiple supply chain functions, including procurement, planning, inventory, and logistics.
- Strong strategic planning, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
- Demonstrated experience managing suppliers and improving supply chain performance.
- Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to influence across functions.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with ERP and supply chain management systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or a related field.
- Experience leading enterprise-level supply chain strategy.
- Experience with IBP and/or S&OP processes.
- Experience with global sourcing and supplier development.
- Demonstrated success with cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
- Experience building and developing high-performing teams.
- Experience in a regulated or highly quality-focused environment.
Why Golden Technology?
Founded in 1997, Golden Technology has grown from a two-person vision into a trusted partner for Fortune 500 clients nationwide. Along the way, we've built a culture centered on family, professional growth, and giving back to our communities through our Golden Community initiatives.