Senior Director Supply Chain & Operations Technology Strategy

Overview

Our client is seeking a Sr. Director of Supply Chain Transformation to lead a portfolio of enterprise-level initiatives that modernize operations and enable long-term growth. This role will drive strategic programs such as Tier 1 transformations, automation, and cross-functional technology upgrades, ensuring measurable value and consistent execution.

The Sr. Director will establish governance, align priorities, and partner with leaders across engineering, technology, operations, and finance to scale new capabilities and deliver on the organization's supply chain vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a multi-year transformation roadmap with clear priorities, milestones, and performance metrics.
• Lead governance processes for intake, prioritization, business case evaluation, and executive reporting.
• Oversee delivery of high-impact programs, managing scope, timelines, budgets, and risks.
• Maintain visibility into portfolio status, resource capacity, and benefit realization.
• Standardize program management practices, tools, and communication cadences.
• Collaborate with senior leaders to align objectives, remove barriers, and ensure coordinated execution.
• Drive financial oversight, including investment planning and benefits tracking.
• Build change management strategies to support adoption and minimize disruption.
• Provide executive-level insights and facilitate decision-making on risks and trade-offs.
• Establish KPIs and analytics to measure progress and enable data-driven decisions.
• Coach teams and strengthen transformation capabilities across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent preferred.
• 10+ years of experience, including 5+ years leading innovation or technology-driven programs.
• Background in supply chain operations and emerging technologies (AI, automation, IoT, robotics).
• Strong strategic thinking and ability to bridge technical and business needs.
• Experience with technology governance and external partnerships.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.
• CPG or distribution industry experience strongly preferred.