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Listing ID #9920

Sr. Director Supply Chain

Candidate: #189954
Current Position: Sr. Director – Sourcing, Supply & Procurement
Industry: Supply Chain
Experience: 20+ years
Relocation: Southeast – Open to Relocation

Scope:

Strategic procurement and sourcing executive with 20 years of experience transforming global supply chains across manufacturing, consumer products, fuel distribution, and big-box retail. Proven track record improving cost competitiveness, strengthening supply continuity, and accelerating speed to market through supplier diversification, data-driven decision-making, and global footprint optimization. Adept at guiding executive leaders through sourcing strategies that enhance EBITDA, mitigate risk, and drive long-term value. Known for building high-performing teams and elevating procurement from a tactical function to a strategic engine for growth.

Accomplishments:

  • Delivered multimillion-dollar savings through supplier consolidation, competitive sourcing events, and global cost-optimization strategies.

  • Reduced COGS by $10M via supplier diversification and tariff mitigation initiatives.

  • Improved supply continuity and lead times through regional sourcing and risk-mitigation programs.

  • Strengthened EBITDA performance using advanced cost modeling, hedging strategies, and market intelligence.

  • Added $40M in incremental profit over three years by driving sourcing efficiencies and supplier partnerships.

  • Improved quality and reduced product return rates by 9%, while adding 450 bps of margin in key consumer categories.

  • Achieved $140M in seasonal sales by aligning global production with U.S. retail trends.

  • Designed and deployed sourcing frameworks, RFQs, supplier scorecards, and “Now–Next–Future” category plans for major retail suppliers.

  • Executed multi-year COO and nearshoring strategies to reduce tariffs, shorten lead times, and mitigate geopolitical risk.

  • Successfully launched multiple private label and national brand programs with year-over-year category growth.

  • Enhanced supply chain reliability by optimizing factory capacity, compliance, and production timelines.

  • Led high-performing global teams across sourcing, product development, logistics, and supply chain operations.

  • Improved internal processes that accelerated speed to market and synchronized product development calendars.

  • Influenced C-suite stakeholders through data-driven presentations on sourcing strategy, risk, and investment decisions.

Haskel Thompson & Associates:

Since our founding in 1979, we have been the go-to recruiting firm within the Retail, QSR, CPG, Private Equity, and Petroleum industries to bring your organization top-tier talent. With our proprietary and extensive vetting process, you can rest assured that you will be adding highly educated, knowledgeable, and qualified candidates to help grow your organization.

For more information about this candidate, please contact Jessica Kennedy at 239-302-3587 or jessica@haskelthompson.com