Director, MP&L - Industrial Power

Position Responsibilities

Lead the MP&L strategy and execution for Methode’s Industrial Power business, aligning supply chain capabilities with growth and profitability goals.
Manage differing supply-chain dynamics across channels: both high-volume/low-mix make to order, and replenishment cycles based on make to stock service strategies.
Provide leadership across planning, supplier delivery performance, inventory management, logistics, and customer delivery execution.
Leverage data to track KPIs, monitor performance, identify trends and provide insights to senior leadership, driving relentlessly for performance and customer satisfaction.
Drive improvements in OTIF delivery, inventory turns, working capital efficiency, and logistics cost performance.
Lead the deployment and maturation of S&OP / S&OE processes and standardized planning disciplines for the Industrial Power business unit.
Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Finance, Sales, Program Management, HR, and IT to align operational plans and resolve supply chain challenges.
Collaborate with Sales and Project Managers to ensure supply continuity for strategic projects, transfers and customer initiatives.
Lead and develop a high-performing MP&L team across multiple sites, building strong leadership capability and accountability.
Provide ongoing coaching and development opportunities to team members to improve skills, knowledge and customer interactions.
Ensure accuracy of customer master data, pricing, billing and administration of credits and debits.
Manage and resolve supplier, operational, and customer delivery escalations.
Ensure compliance with internal controls, regulatory requirements, and supply chain governance standards.
Lead MP&L reporting, performance management, and budget planning for the Industrial Power business unit. Measures of Success.

Qualifications

• Fluent English Language
• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing or equivalent discipline
• 12+ years of experience in supply chain or materials management
• 7+ years of leadership experience in planning, logistics, or supply chain operations
• Experience within Automotive, Industrial, Electronics, or Manufacturing industries
• Strong knowledge of S&OP, inventory management, forecasting, and production planning
• Experience of driving Continuous Process Improvements to deliver business change
• Availability for domestic and international travel, as required at a minimum of 25%

Preferred

• MBA or MSc in Supply Chain or related field
• APICS / ASCM certification (CPIM, CSCP)
• Six Sigma or Lean certification
• 3-5 years experience planning, leading, and executing global supply chain initiatives
• Spanish, or Mandarin Language would be an advantage

Work Environment

• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.