Director of Supply Chain and Sourcing

SUMMARY: The Director of Supply Chain and Sourcing will lead MultiTech’s global sourcing strategy, overseeing the architecture of a global supply chain while optimizing customer experience through landed cost, lead-time and tariff mitigation strategies. This role oversees supplier selection, cost optimization, risk mitigation, and strategic partnerships to ensure a high-performing supply base.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluate the existing global supply chain to benchmark cost, lead-time and quality
• Architect the supply chain to execute improvement opportunities and risk mitigation
• Transform the supply chain through the leadership of cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality and manufacturing
• Drive excellence through the leadership of sourcing and purchasing team members
• Build and manage a high-performing global supplier base for electronics components
• Collaborate with the quality function to ensure suppliers meet regulatory, compliance, and quality standards
• Ensure the development and maintenance of continuity plans for critical components and materials
• Lead and/or oversee supplier audits, business reviews, and corrective action initiatives
• Monitor market trends, capacity constraints, and technology shifts that impact supply availability. Define and drive appropriate mitigation initiatives and lead allocation strategies during shortages or disruptions.
• Deliver measurable cost savings without compromising on quality for our customers

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business, or related field required; MS/MBA preferred
• 15+ years’ experience in manufacturing environments with 10+ years of supply chain, sourcing and/or purchasing experience
• 5+ years’ experience with indirect purchasing, service and licensing agreements
• Experience leading, architecting and transforming global supply chains
• Expert business acumen in manufacturing, supply chain, inventory management, and financial reporting
• Strong background in direct material purchasing
• Exceptional negotiation skills; creates win-win outcomes
• Experience sourcing and managing contract manufacturing partners to achieve target KPIs
• Extensive background in sourcing, supplier development, global manufacturing, and tariff mitigation strategies
• Experience in PCBA, electro-mechanical assemblies, requirements and manufacturing methods strongly preferred
• Collaborate with product development leadership to identify and develop new supply chain partners to accelerate product availability

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

• Lifting requirements up to 25 pounds
• Requires sitting for periods of time
• Requires travel using all modes of transportation
• Requires a valid passport

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Remote position
• Our Minnesota facility includes a manufacturing environment. Moderate noise level. Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to; safety glasses, hearing protection, wrist and shoe straps, and ESD smock. Loose fitting clothing and jewelry are not permitted. No food is allowed in the manufacturing area. No cell phone use allowed in manufacturing area unless approved by management   

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS USED:

Laptop computer and standard office equipment