Molex – ADS is seeking an accomplished Supply Chain Director - to lead and manage the supply chain aspects tied to acquisitions, buying, inventory and planning. This critical role will drive seamless integration of supply chain functions across entities, ensuring continuity, consistent best practices, operational excellence, and realization of synergy targets.
The ideal candidate will combine deep expertise in supply chain management with strong change management and project leadership skills to successfully align the manufacturing sites buying, inventory, planning, GSOP and supplier networks during and after integration initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
· Integration Strategy & Leadership:
· Oversee & Manage integration of supply chain operations across newly acquired entities, aligned with integration strategies (seamless alignment of processes, systems, and talent)
· Lead cross-functional team transformation programs to harmonize supply chain processes, systems, and teams across merging or acquired entities.
· Define integration roadmaps, milestones, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress and success.
· Drive alignment with GSOP&E initiatives and strategies to continuously elevate supply chain best practices across site teams
· Operational Alignment:
· Drive end-to-end supply chain optimization - Work with site leaders and teams to align buying, inventory management, planning logistics, risk through advanced planning, supplier collaboration and GSOP to optimize cost, service levels, and risk mitigation during and after integration.
· Collaborate with site leaders and teams to identify and capture supply chain synergies, cost savings, and operational improvements.
· Partner with manufacturing, finance, and commercial teams to ensure continuity of supply and minimize disruption throughout and after the integration period.
· Change Management & Communication:
· Drive change management initiatives to support cultural and process alignment within supply chain functions.
· Act as a liaison between sites and executive leadership, providing regular updates and facilitating decision-making.
· Manage stakeholder expectations and foster collaboration between legacy and new teams.
· Risk & Compliance Management:
· Identify supply chain risks related to integration and any other future risks by developing mitigation plans.
· Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, corporate policies, and industry standards during integration activities.
· Technology & Systems Integration:
· Collaborate and be part of team that oversee integration of supply chain technologies, ERP systems, and data platforms.
· Leverage data analytics to monitor supply chain performance and identify integration opportunities.
· Team Leadership & Development:
· Lead, mentor, and develop material managers, site leaders and their staff during and after integration efforts.
· Build a high-performing, agile supply chain organization capable of supporting post-integration growth.
· Lead change management and organizational development initiatives that promote engagement and adaptability during integration and longer-term transformation.
Qualifications and Skills
Additional Information
For this role, we anticipate paying $125,000 - $200,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.
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Hiring Philosophy
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Who We Are
As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.
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Our Benefits
Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.
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Equal Opportunities
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