SPOC Automation · 19 hours ago
Supply Chain Director
Corporate Office - Trussville, AL 35173
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
7+ years expSPOC Automation is seeking a highly capable and people-centered Supply Chain Director to lead and scale their procurement functions during a period of accelerated growth. This role involves building a class-leading supply chain organization and supervising a team responsible for sourcing and purchasing numerous line items to support business growth.
Industrial AutomationManufacturingOil and Gas
Responsibilities
Strengthen supply chain talent pool by leading, coaching, and developing a team of 4–5 purchasing/component professionals; establish clear expectations, KPIs, accountability routines, and structured operating cadence (daily/weekly reviews, escalation paths)
Build a scalable, high-trust procurement organization that supports business growth and strengthens cross-functional collaboration
Own procurement strategy across major spend categories including fabricated metal enclosures and parts, painted and galvanized accessories, and electrical/electronic components (displays, magnetics, transformers, VFDs)
Identify, qualify, and onboard suppliers; manage supplier performance through stocking agreements, scorecards, QBRs, and corrective actions
Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and freight to reduce total cost of material while protecting supply continuity
Manage supplier capacity, risk, and market exposure through contingency planning, dual sourcing, and monitoring long-lead and constrained components
Partner with internal stakeholders to improve demand visibility, forecast collaboration, production slot management, and supplier schedule alignment—particularly for constrained metal fabrication and coating suppliers
Improve component availability and reduce expedites and premium freight through disciplined planning, supplier alignment, and execution
Collaborate with engineering to improve BOM accuracy, standardization, and change control (ECO/ECN), supporting efficient sourcing and purchasing execution
Support new product introductions (NPI) and expanding business areas through early supplier involvement, qualification, and cross-functional alignment
Strengthen procurement processes including RFQs, supplier qualification, purchase approvals, documentation, and audit readiness, supporting an ERP-enabled purchasing environment
Maintain accurate purchasing data to ensure PO quality, reliable receiving and accounting outcomes, and effective supplier performance tracking
Support inventory health initiatives and continuous improvement efforts to reduce shortages, obsolete inventory, and manual work while improving visibility and standardization
Qualification
Required
7+ years of purchasing/procurement/supply chain experience, including 2–3+ years in a leadership role
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or related field preferred; equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered. Master's degree is a plus
Strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience
Experience supporting production/manufacturing environments with high mix and high SKU counts
Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize under shifting schedules and tight deadlines
Demonstrated ability to develop organizational capability
High integrity and demonstrated follow-through with suppliers and internal partners
Company
SPOC Automation
SPOC Automation offers motorization solutions like variable frequency drive and pump controls for artificial lift and water disposal.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Timothy Jett
Chief Operating Officer
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