Director, Supply Mgt & Integrated Planning

Director, Supply Mgt & Integrated Planning

Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process heating and temperature management solutions, including industrial heaters and systems, heat tracing, and a range of component technologies.

At Chromalox, we build advanced thermal technologies for the world's most challenging industrial heating applications.

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, we got our start with an innovative solution 100 years ago when a self-taught engineer invented the first metal-sheathed resistance heating element. It was this then-advanced thermal technology that launched an entire industry.

We excel in industries that have high expectations. We are acknowledged as experts at delivering solutions that exceed specifications, limit risk, and reduce operating costs.

Join us as we continue to provide solutions to our customers and the world!

The Role:

The Director, Supply Management and Integrated Planning is responsible for providing strategic leadership across global supply chain, purchasing, logistics, and planning functions. This role ensures supplier performance, sourcing strategies, inventory optimization, and logistics practices align with organizational goals and global standards. The Director drives continuous improvement and integrated planning processes to reduce total costs, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support growth initiatives across multiple sites worldwide.

Your Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic global direction to procurement, supply planning, and inventory control, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and policies.
• Oversee supplier quality and development, material requirements planning (MRP), low-cost country sourcing, localization, procurement and outsourcing, vendor selection, and global logistics.
• Develop and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies leveraging total company spend to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate and manage global pricing agreements to ensure consistency and competitiveness across all sites.
• Implement best practices to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and optimize working capital throughout the supply chain.
• Analyze market trends and commodity conditions to anticipate pricing, availability, and lead-time shifts on critical materials.
• Drive systematic replenishment and integrated planning to support accurate sales forecasts and strategic growth initiatives.
• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Operations to align supply management with demand trends and customer requirements.
• Negotiate and maintain competitive freight and logistics agreements, including North American and international practices.
• Monitor, review, and approve freight expenses outside approved carriers and/or services to ensure cost control.
• Lead and support ERP/MRP implementation and management to ensure visibility, integration, and consistency across the global supply chain.
• Champion a culture of continuous improvement and change adoption throughout supply management and planning functions.

Requirements:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related technical field.
• Experience: 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Integrated Planning in a multi-site or global manufacturing environment.
• Advanced knowledge of ERP/MRP systems with expertise in Lean practices and supply chain optimization.
• APICS or ISM certification preferred (CPIM, CPM, CIRM).
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills with proven ability to develop strategic supplier partnerships.
• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence and build trust across global teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools; JD Edwards experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to lead in a fast-paced environment, balancing tactical execution with strategic vision.
• Travel: Up to 20%
• Must reside within a commutable distance to Pittsburgh, PA, LaVergne, TN, Ogden, UT, or Nuevo Laredo, Mexico.

At Chromalox, we are not just an employer but a champion of equal opportunities and inclusivity. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that adheres to the highest hiring standards and is free from discrimination and harassment.

Chromalox is an equal opportunity employer; our commitment extends to all aspects of employment, ensuring that no individual is mistreated or discriminated against based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as defined by federal, state, or local laws.