Saronic
Director of Supply Chain
Franklin, LA · Director
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 40 days ago
ComplianceForecastingBudgetingSupply ChainProcurementERPLeadershipNetSuiteS&OP
About the role
- Saronic Technologies is a leader in revolutionizing autonomy at sea, dedicated to developing state-of-the-art solutions that enhance maritime operations through autonomous and intelligent platforms.
- The Director of Supply Chain leads end-to-end material execution for Saronic's Franklin, Louisiana facility — the manufacturing site for the Marauder autonomous surface vessel. This role owns the site's integrated supply chain organization—procurement, supply planning, and materials and warehouse operations—to deliver uninterrupted, on-schedule Marauder
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end material flow at the Franklin site-planning, procurement, receiving, inventory, kitting, and material movement-to ensure production-critical Marauder materials are available on time and builds are never missed due to material or kitting issues.
- Drive achievement of on-time delivery, inventory accuracy, and production schedule adherence targets for the Marauder line.
- Lead resolution of material shortages, supplier delays, and line-down risks with urgency and clear cross-functional escalation.
- Deliver cost savings at or above plan and build a multi-year savings pipeline through category strategies and disciplined commercial execution.
- Partner with Finance on supply chain budgeting, forecasting, total-cost-of-ownership analysis, and investment cases.
- Manage local supplier performance and continuity for the Marauder supply base, coordinating with central commodity management and supplier quality on segmentation, sourcing strategy, and development.
- Support Supplier Business Reviews for critical Franklin suppliers and drive improvement in supplier cost, delivery, quality, and contractual performance.
- Build repeatable, standardized operating models and SOPs for the Franklin supply chain that scale with Marauder volume and align with the broader network.
- Drive continuous improvement in processes, systems, and data integrity across ERP (NetSuite), MES (Armada), PLM (Arena), and SQMS.
- Lead and develop the Franklin supply chain organization through the site Supply Chain Manager and team supervisors, spanning procurement, planning, and materials/warehouse operations.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, Business, or a related field.
- 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, including procurement, planning, and materials management.
- Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and end-to-end supply chain processes.
- Proven cross-functional leadership and the ability to influence executive decision-making.
- Master's degree (MBA, MS Supply Chain, or similar) and/or professional certification (APICS/CPIM, CPSM, CPM).
- Experience in defense, aerospace, marine, or other regulated, high-growth manufacturing environments.
- Experience leading or standing up the supply chain operation for a manufacturing site or program.
- Familiarity with S&OP/IBP, advanced planning tools, and ITAR/ISO compliance requirements.
- Required
- 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and developing managers.
- Demonstrated ability to deliver on-time material readiness, cost savings, and inventory performance during a production ramp.
- Preferred
- Physical Demands
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
Compensation
- Set clear goals, scorecards, and accountability aligned to the organization's annual supply chain goals and quarterly KPI targets.
- Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
Benefits
- Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office
- Medical Insurance: Comprehensive health insurance plans covering a range of services
- Dental and Vision Insurance: Coverage for routine dental check-ups, orthodontics, and vision care
- Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
- Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
- Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan with company match
- Stock Options: Equity options to give employees a stake in the company's success
- Life and Disability Insurance: Basic life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage
Company info
- We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Visa & Work Authorization
- If this role is based in the United States, it requires access to export-controlled information or items that require "U.S. Person" status
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