Director of Supply Chain Strategy

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.

Role Overview
The Director of Supply Chain Strategy is responsible for defining, aligning, and executing long-term supply chain strategies that enable scalable, resilient, and cost-effective manufacturing operations. This role partners closely with operations, engineering, finance, and executive leadership to translate business objectives into actionable supply chain initiatives across sourcing, planning, logistics, and supplier performance.

Key Responsibilities:
• Strategy & Transformation
• Develop and lead the end-to-end supply chain strategy aligned with company growth, product roadmap, and manufacturing footprint.
• Identify and execute strategic initiatives related to cost reduction, lead-time improvement, risk mitigation, vertical integration, and make/buy decisions.
• Drive supply chain maturity through process standardization, governance, and best-practice adoption.
• Own long-range capacity planning and network strategy (suppliers, manufacturing, distribution).
• Analytics & Decision Support
• Build data-driven models to support strategic decisions (should-cost, total cost of ownership, inventory optimization, scenario planning).
• Establish and track KPIs related to cost, service, resilience, inventory, and supplier performance.
• Partner with finance on budgeting, forecasting, and strategic investment cases.
• Cross-Functional Leadership
• Act as a strategic partner to Manufacturing, Engineering, Program Management, and Product teams.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) strategy, including supplier readiness, ramp planning, and lifecycle management.
• Influence executive decision-making through clear communication of tradeoffs, risks, and opportunities.
• Supplier & Risk Strategy
• Define supplier segmentation and long-term supplier strategy in partnership with procurement and supplier quality.
• Lead supply chain risk assessments and mitigation plans (single-source exposure, geopolitical risk, capacity constraints).
• Support dual-sourcing, localization, and supplier development strategies where appropriate.
• Team & Capability Development
• Build and mentor a high-performing supply chain strategy and analytics capability.
• Establish tools, processes, and frameworks that enable scalable decision-making.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and fact-based execution.

Qualifications:
• Required
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, manufacturing operations, or strategy roles.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic initiatives in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into executive-level insights.
• Proven ability to influence across functions without direct authority.
• Preferred
• Master’s degree (MBA, MS Supply Chain, or similar).
• Experience in high-growth, complex, or vertically integrated manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and advanced planning tools.
• Experience with NPI, defense/aerospace, automotive, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Key Competencies
• Strategic thinking with strong execution bias
• Systems and end-to-end supply chain perspective
• Executive communication and stakeholder management
• Financial acumen and cost modeling
• Change leadership and organizational influence
• Success Measures
• Measurable improvements in supply chain cost, resilience, and scalability
• Successful execution of strategic initiatives and transformations
• Improved decision-making speed and quality across the supply chain
• Strong cross-functional alignment and leadership trust

Physical Requirements:
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional standing and walking within the office.
• Manual dexterity to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other office equipment.
• Visual acuity to read screens, documents, and reports.
• Occasional reaching, bending, or stooping to access file drawers, cabinets, or office supplies.
• Lifting and carrying items up to 20 pounds occasionally (e.g., office supplies, packages).

Benefits:
• 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
• Saronic pays 100% of the premium for employees and 80% for dependents
• Time Off: Generous PTO and Holidays
• Parental Leave: Paid maternity and paternity leave to support new parents
• Competitive Salary: Industry-standard salaries with opportunities for performance-based bonuses
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) plan
• 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
• Additional Perks: Free lunch benefit and unlimited free drinks and snacks in the office

This role requires access to export-controlled information or items that require “U.S. Person” status. As defined by U.S. law, individuals who are any one of the following are considered to be a “U.S. Person”: (1) U.S. citizens, (2) legal permanent residents (a.k.a. green card holders), and (3) certain protected classes of asylees and refugees, as defined in 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).

Saronic does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.