Director, Supply Chain

Overview

Lead all supply chain activities, improving processes and overseeing production and distribution.

Key Responsibilities

• lean practices
• process improvement
• digitalization
• production planning
• value mapping
• supply chain

Tasks

-D elivers quality product on time while improving existing processes and supporting engineering development -Assess manufacturing operations and identify opportunities to improve cash flow and support the implementation of lean principles to improve quality, productivity and efficiency while reducing cost -Promote and develop lean practices across the organization such as Daily Management, Leadership Standard Work, and Gemba Walks -Act as change agent to support the optimization and implementation of new systems and digitalization efforts to stabilize and improve site operations -Drives productivity improvements and creates/implements transformation plans using expertise in production, machine shop, warehouse and master planning -Co-lead and participate in strategy deployment and value-stream mapping -Lead and manage supply chain projects that focus on improving supplier performance by establishing supplier relations across the globe

Requirements

• lean manufacturing
• project management
• master planning
• erp implementation
• excel
• bachelor degree

What You Bring

-Broad knowledge of multi-functional and multi-site teams working in a global environment -Hands-on experience with problem solving / lean manufacturing -Project planning / management preferred -Operations oriented leader with 10+ years experience in supply chain, production, and machine shop operations -Expert on master planning for operations (forecast/demand/supply/materials/inventory planning) -Able to travel domestically and internationally as needed -Extensive knowledge of material flow best practices in a production environment high mix and low volume -Bachelor degree in engineering, operations or business or equivalent work experience -Demonstrates excellence in interpersonal skills - verbal and written communication; self-starter; positive make-it-happen attitude; team player -Extensive knowledge in supplier development strategies (globally and domestic is preferred) -Program management experience implementing ERP systems preferred -Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to connect with and positively influence leadership at all levels of the organization -Expertise in problem-solving utilizing a formal program/process -Ability to lead projects in cross functional teams -Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel -Extensive knowledge in manufacturing best practices for materials planning, production and machining processes, and lean practices that are consistent with centrifugal and reciprocating pump products, and how they are manufactured for the cryogenic industry -Broad knowledge working with machining castings, forgings, and welding -Extensive knowledge in supplier negotiations and contract agreements -Broad knowledge in machining and fabrication – Bronze alloy, aluminum, carbon steel, stainless steel

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About Nikkiso Clean Energy & Industrial Gases

-Engineers and builds pumps, liquefiers, and vaporizers worldwide. -Cryogenic backbone behind hydrogen refueling stations, LNG plants, and industrial-gas systems across continents. -Headquartered in Temecula, California, with facilities in Houston, Germany, Qatar, and Southeast Asia. -Operates five specialized units: pumps, process systems, heat exchangers, services, and integrated solutions, delivering turnkey cryogenic infrastructure. -Remains molecule-agnostic—delivering equipment without selling the gas itself—across sectors from marine fuel to waste-heat recovery. -Recent feats include doubling its European manufacturing footprint and launching the world’s first liquid-hydrogen bunkering facility.

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