Winchester Vice President, Purchasing and Supply Chain Management

About the role

This executive serves as the enterprise-wide leader for sourcing, procurement, materials management, logistics, and supplier governance across a diverse network of manufacturing operations, including Government Owned, Contractor Operated (GOCO) sites and commercial manufacturing facilities. The role sets the strategic direction for a secure, compliant, and resilient material flow in highly regulated production environments while driving efficiency, cost competitiveness, and operational excellence across commercial operations. The position demands a leader who can harmonize mission readiness, regulatory rigor, and business performance in complex, evolving operating environments.

Responsibilities

• Build a culture of accountability and engagement by modeling company values, reinforcing performance standards, and recognizing results.
• Develop and execute an enterprise supply chain strategy supporting both government-regulated and commercial manufacturing operations.
• Lead network optimization across multiple plants, including sourcing footprint, inventory positioning, and logistics strategy.
• Develop and execute a commodity hedging strategy for key materials in compliance with corporate risk management guidelines.
• Lead compliant procurement processes in accordance with FAR, DFARS, CPSR expectations, and company purchasing system procedures.
• Drive cost reduction, lead-time reduction, and supplier performance improvements.
• Drive improvements in transactional and inventory accuracy to support operating at optimal levels of inventory and working capital.
• Direct material planning, production support inventory, warehousing, and logistics supporting regulated and commercial production processes.
• Deliver cost savings and productivity improvements across both regulated and commercial operations.
• Improve working capital performance across the enterprise.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and aligning individual goals with business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree; Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred. Degree must be from a school accredited by an agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.
• Minimum 15 years of progressive leadership experience in a multi-site manufacturing supply chain and procurement.
• Experience within a fast-paced manufacturing/industrial environment preferred.
• Proven experience leading teams in a results-driven environment, including setting priorities, managing performance, and delivering on operational or business objectives.
• Experience with commodity hedging methodologies. Metals procurement experience preferred.
• Supporting government contracts and commercial manufacturing environments are preferred.
• MS Office experience; SAP experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, negotiation, and team-building skills.
• Ability to drive strategic initiatives while managing daily operational performance.
• Flexibility, innovation, and the ability to manage staff, responsibilities, and priorities in a fast-paced and time-critical environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to travel approximately 30%.

Location-Specific Requirements

This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

Schedule

Onsite, Monday through Friday.

Benefits

Olin offers a comprehensive benefits package. The company fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace with voluntary employee networks connecting individuals across sites, divisions, and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.