Director Supply Chain Management - Winnebago Industries : Job Details

The Director of Supply Chain Management is a dynamic role within the WInnebago Motorhome business that will lead and evolve the Supply Chain Team for a $1B RV manufacturing business with $500M in material spend. In this role you will develop and execute strategic supply chain initiatives to ensure the efficient and cost-effective procurement of materials, balancing capacity with demand. In addition, you will drive operational excellence, optimize the end-to-end supply chain, and build a high-performing, agile team that anticipates and meets the needs of the organization.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain and strategic sourcing strategies, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Establish metrics and KPIs to monitor supply chain and sourcing performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Drive continuous process improvements to eliminate waste, streamline operations, and enhance cost efficiency.

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiations:

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers, ensuring competitive advantage in cost, quality, and delivery.
• Negotiate high-impact contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and mitigate risks.
• Build and sustain robust supplier partnerships through effective communication, performance management, and mutual value creation.
• Collaborate with Enterprise Sourcing and other business units to leverage economies of scale and optimize procurement strategies.

Operational Excellence:

• Oversee purchasing for chassis, raw materials, and components, ensuring uninterrupted material availability.
• Maximize the potential of the FTZ while ensuring full compliance with regulations.
• Implement risk management frameworks to proactively address supply chain disruptions.
• Lead inventory optimization strategies to balance availability with cost efficiency.

Technology Integration:

• Drive the effective use of D365 ERP systems to enhance supply chain operations and ensure data-driven decision-making.
• Align supply chain technology needs with IT systems and processes for enhanced efficiency and visibility.

Collaboration & Innovation:

• Partner with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Product Management, Design, Finance, and Manufacturing Operations, to meet business objectives.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) teams by ensuring cost-effective and timely material sourcing to meet project milestones.

Supplier & Team Development:

• Build strong supplier networks, incorporating performance reviews, scorecards, and improvement initiatives.
• Provide clear leadership and direction to direct and indirect reports, fostering a culture of accountability, growth, and innovation.
• Train and mentor the supply chain team to develop expertise in strategic sourcing, advanced negotiation techniques, and the effective use of D365.

Performance Reporting:

• Regularly present supply chain and sourcing performance metrics, strategies, and updates to leadership.
• Proactively manage excess and obsolete inventory with long-term strategies to minimize waste.

Other Duties:

• Oversee Salvage operations to drive process improvements and cost recovery.
• Provide indirect leadership for Material Warehousing, Logistics, Planning, and Scheduling teams.
• Fulfill additional responsibilities as required by business needs.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 15 years of progressive supply chain and strategic sourcing experience.
• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP) required.
• Durable goods manufacturing experience (5+ years) required.
• Demonstrated experience with D365 ERP systems.
• Proven track record in leading complex projects, strategic negotiations, and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated budget management responsibility.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with a proven ability to influence and motivate teams.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and high-stakes negotiations.
• Financial acumen with the ability to tie sourcing and supply chain decisions to business outcomes.
• Advanced knowledge of supply chain management systems, particularly D365 ERP.
• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Highly organized and action-oriented, capable of managing multiple priorities effectively.

Travel Requirement:

Willingness to travel up to 10% to other Winnebago locations..