
Director, Supply Chain
CHEP
full-time
Posted on:
Location: Florida • 🇺🇸 United States
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Lead
About the role
- Oversee national operations network including plant performance, transportation, compliance, and workforce strategy across CHEP-run and third-party facilities
- Drive network optimization, standardization, and continuous improvement; implement Lean and Six Sigma practices
- Full P&L responsibility for CHEP managed TPM (customer on site locations) and third-party operations; oversee regional supply chain budget
- Lead cross-functional collaboration with Commercial, Planning, Zero Harm, Quality, and Engineering teams
- Supervise compliance with health and safety regulations and champion Zero Harm culture
- Manage production site management: identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing subcontractors, and ensuring day-to-day plant operations
- Collaborate with Carrier/Transportation Management to develop and implement transportation solutions that improve efficiency and service levels
- Ensure optimal stock balance and maximize asset productivity at plants
- Strategic workforce planning, employee retention programs, and development of high-performing teams
- Travel frequently (60-75%) and provide national leadership for Western US territory (9 states); direct reports: 4
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 10–12+ years in senior supply chain/operations leadership roles
- 8–10 years of people management experience, including multi-level teams
- Proven success in large-scale budget management and supplier/customer relationship development
- Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
- P&L Responsibility with strong financial acumen, analytical skills, and executive-level communication
- Travel: 60-75% and must be close to a major airport
- Compliance knowledge (OSHA, EPA, DOL) and safety leadership (Zero Harm)
- Skills: Adaptability; Cross-Functional Work; Data-Driven Decision Making; Digital Literacy; Emotional Intelligence; Feedback; Inclusive Leadership; Innovation; Learn From Mistakes; Mentorship; Motivating Teams; Prioritization; Stakeholder Engagement; Talent Development