NTN DRIVESHAFT, INC.
Job Title: Director of Supply Chain
Report To: President
Location: Site wide
Pay: Salary/Exempt (not entitled to overtime)
JOB DESCRIPTION: NTN Driveshaft, a world leader in constant velocity technology for the automotive industry, is currently seeking a qualified Director of Supply Chain for our Columbus, Indiana operations. NTN currently has 1800 employees working in our Columbus operation and customer demand for our product is growing rapidly. NTN Driveshaft manufactures Constant Velocity Joints (CVJs) for all of the major automotive companies. These customers include Honda, Ford, Toyota, GM, Chrysler and most other automotive OEMs.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Key Responsibilities
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- Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute global supply chain strategies that support corporate growth, margin expansion, and footprint optimization.
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- S&OP Excellence: Lead the Sales and Operations Planning process to align manufacturing capacity, demand forecasting, and financial targets.
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- Supplier & Risk Management: Oversee global procurement, negotiate multi-million dollar contracts, and build mitigation plans for material shortages or disruptions.
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- Logistics & Warehousing: Direct inbound and outbound logistics networks, customs compliance, customs brokerage, and third-party logistics (3PL) providers.
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- Inventory Control: Establish inventory targets, minimize obsolescence, and maximize working capital efficiency across all distribution centers.
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- Compliance & Quality: Ensure all supply chain processes strictly adhere to automotive standards, including IATF 16949 and ISO 9001.
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Required Qualifications
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- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or Engineering. MBA or APICS (CSCP/CPIM) certification is highly preferred.
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- Experience: 10+ years in automotive manufacturing supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a director or executive leadership role.
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- Technical Skills: Deep expertise in automotive ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle), EDI transactions, just-in-time (JIT) delivery, and sequencing models.
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- Competencies: Proven track record of navigating complex global supplier networks, managing tariff impacts, and leading cross-functional teams.
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