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Communications & Power Industries (CPI) · 14 hours ago

Director - Supply Chain

Kilgore, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

10+ years exp

Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is a global manufacturer of electronic components and subsystems. The Director of Supply Chain will drive the strategic vision and operational excellence of the supply chain at the Kilgore, TX facility, focusing on scalable strategies, supplier performance, and compliance in a high-compliance manufacturing environment.

ElectronicsManufacturing

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Hiring Manager

Kacey Claiborne

Responsibilities

Develop and execute long-term supply chain strategies that enable scalability, operational resilience, and competitive advantage

Align supply chain objectives with business goals, driving performance improvement through clear KPIs and process governance

Lead organizational design initiatives that elevate team capability, succession readiness, and cross-functional collaboration

Mentor and develop supply chain managers, instilling a culture of accountability, data-driven decision-making, and continuous improvement

Build a world-class supplier network, driving performance-based partnerships that improve quality, cost, and delivery reliability

Lead complex, high-value negotiations — including contract terms, pricing, and compliance with DFAR/FAR requirements

Oversee supplier risk management and compliance programs to ensure adherence to government and customer standards

Develop and deploy supplier scorecards and strategic sourcing models to enhance long-term supplier performance

Establish KPI frameworks that measure supply chain efficiency, profitability, and on-time delivery

Drive data-driven insights through ERP analytics and forecasting tools to ensure material alignment with production schedules

Lead performance governance across procurement, materials, and logistics, ensuring financial and operational targets are met

Partner with finance and operations to link supply chain strategy to P&L performance and working capital optimization

Champion Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation initiatives to streamline processes, eliminate waste, and strengthen control systems

Oversee regulatory and ethical compliance across procurement and supplier engagement

Evaluate and optimize ERP configurations to support evolving business requirements and reporting accuracy

Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to align material availability, production flow, and delivery timelines

Serve as the supply chain liaison to executive leadership and customers on strategic planning, performance metrics, and issue resolution

Standardize best practices across departments to achieve consistency, scalability, and enterprise-wide efficiency

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementDFAR/FAR ComplianceERP OptimizationLean Six SigmaContract NegotiationSupplier DevelopmentData AnalysisMicrosoft Office SuiteLeadershipCommunicationProblem SolvingOrganizational Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required; MBA preferred

Minimum 10 years of progressive supply chain management experience, including 5+ years leading cross-functional teams in a manufacturing or defense environment

Proven track record in DFAR/FAR compliance, complex contract negotiation, and supplier development

Demonstrated expertise in ERP system optimization (SAP, Oracle, or Epicor strongly preferred)

Experience leading continuous improvement and process transformation initiatives using Lean or Six Sigma methodologies

Strong communication and executive presence, capable of engaging across all organizational levels and external stakeholders

Advanced analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with demonstrated business acumen

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

U.S. Citizenship required due to contractual obligations

Preferred

Proven success leading digital transformation within supply chain or ERP environments

Strong business acumen with the ability to connect supply chain strategy to financial outcomes

Expertise in developing supplier performance metrics and driving measurable results

Exceptional leadership and talent development capabilities

Strategic thinker with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement innovative, scalable solutions

Benefits

Health and wellness programs

Career development

Generous retirement savings plan with company match

Company

Communications & Power Industries (CPI)

Communications & Power Industries (CPI) is a world leader in large aperture antennas, components and systems, manufacturing advanced high-power and high-frequency technologies and systems that power critical government and commercial applications worldwide.

Founded in 1948

Palo Alto, California, USA

1001-5000 employees