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Director of Supply Chain Management - Recreational Boat Manufacturer

Location: Eastern FL (not a remote opportunity)

Tom Cassidy, The Marine Industry Recruiter, [email protected]

Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and strategic Director of Supply Chain Management to lead our materials management team in Eastern Florida. This pivotal role is responsible for overseeing all procurement, inventory control, and materials management functions to support our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the on-time delivery of high-quality boats, meeting and exceeding customer expectations. This position requires a dynamic leader with a strong background in supply chain management, lean manufacturing, and vendor relations, capable of driving efficiency and continuous improvement throughout the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Buyers, Supervisors, Stockroom Personnel, and Damaged & Defective teams to optimize performance and efficiency.
• Develop and implement strategic procurement and inventory control policies to improve cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure high-quality materials while maintaining cost and efficiency goals.
• Ensure quality assurance on all incoming materials, ensuring vendor compliance with specifications and production standards.
• Oversee inventory management, including master scheduling, cycle counts, and real-time monitoring of inventory levels to prevent shortages.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Management to drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives, implementing Point of Use inventories and waste reduction strategies.
• Develop and execute material planning and forecasting strategies to ensure seamless production flow and demand fulfillment.
• Manage freight vendor contracts, rate negotiations, and shipping logistics to maintain cost efficiency and timely deliveries.
• Conduct year-end inventory audits and ensure compliance with all financial and operational regulations.
• Oversee shipping response times and efficiency within the Ships Store to maintain customer satisfaction.
• Foster strong internal and external relationships, working across all levels of the organization to support business objectives.
• Support Continuous Improvement initiatives and actively contribute to IBBI (Independent Boat Builders, Inc.) activities as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4-year degree from an accredited college/university plus 5 years of related experience in a manufacturing environment OR a Bachelors degree in Supply Management, Business, or Finance.
• Proven expertise in materials management, procurement, vendor negotiations, and supply chain optimization within a manufacturing setting.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor and develop teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate across departments and effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Next Steps

• If you are a results-driven leader with a passion for optimizing materials management in a high-performance manufacturing environment, we invite you to apply. Please submit your resume to [email protected] .

Tom Cassidy

The Marine Industry Recruiter

[email protected]

715-340-6862