Regional Supply Chain Director

Regional Supply Chain Director - North America

At Croda, we are shaping the future of Life Sciences and Consumer Care with cutting-edge, sustainable raw materials. As an FTSE 100 organization with over 6,000 employees across 39 countries, we are committed to Smart Science to Improve Lives. We are now seeking a strategic leader to enhance our North American supply chain operations and drive lasting business impact.

About the Role

We are looking for a Regional Supply Chain Director to lead strategic and operational enhancements across North America. In this role, you will drive continuous improvements to ensure efficient, cost-effective operations and outstanding customer experience. You will oversee supply and demand functions, imports/exports, warehousing, logistics, and customer service, streamlining processes to optimize performance.

As a key member of the Global Supply Chain Leadership Team, you will contribute beyond North America, supporting global best practices and transformation initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for supply chain excellence, aligning performance metrics with business goals.
• Lead cross-functional teams to improve supply chain operations, demand planning, inventory management, logistics, and customer service.
• Develop and enhance the S&OP process to improve collaboration and decision-making.
• Analyze data to identify bottlenecks, leveraging Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to drive efficiency.
• Benchmark against industry best practices, fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate and deploy new technologies to enhance supply chain visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Oversee SAP and other systems to ensure they meet business needs for planning, forecasting, and inventory optimization.
• Lead regional and company-wide projects focused on systems enhancements, operational efficiency, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and global teams, mentoring team members to enhance their supply chain expertise and leadership skills.

Who We're Looking For

At Croda, we believe our people are the key to success. We seek a candidate who possesses:

• A degree in supply chain, business operations, or a related field.
• Proven experience in supply chain management, including business process and systems design and implementation (e.g., SAP tools, demand and supply processes).
• Expertise in supply and demand planning, leveraging advanced data analytics and SAP.
• Strong knowledge of import regulations and U.S. legal compliance.
• A track record of driving continuous improvement and transformation within the supply chain.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders across regional and global teams.
• Leadership experience in change management and building high-performing teams.
• An understanding of site operations; experience in the chemical industry is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, translating complex technical details into clear business insights.
• The ability to quickly assimilate complex information and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Business acumen, with the ability to align operational and commercial priorities to recommend strategic solutions.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Communication: Clearly convey ideas, build strong relationships with teams and stakeholders, and effectively address concerns.
• Leadership: Inspire and guide teams toward achieving supply chain objectives while fostering an inclusive, high-performance culture.
• Problem-Solving: Identify and analyze supply chain challenges, develop innovative solutions, and make informed decisions.
• Adaptability: Adjust to changing market conditions, disruptions, and new technologies.
• Influence: Persuade stakeholders to support supply chain strategies and align efforts toward a common vision.
• Strategic Thinking: Anticipate trends, mitigate risks, and develop long-term strategies to optimize the supply chain.

Don't meet all the qualifications? We still encourage you to apply! At Croda, we

believe diverse perspectives and unique experiences drive innovation and strengthen our team.

What We Offer

Join a global organization with countless opportunities for growth and leadership.

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, available immediately.
• Generous PTO.
• 401K Match.
• Wellness Reimbursement.
• Parental Leave.
• Career Development.
• Company-paid and voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance.
• Short and long-term disability.
• Paid Holidays.
• And more!

Additional Information

This is a hybrid position based at our Princeton site.

If you require any reasonable adjustments during the hiring process or experience any issues with our online application process, please email jobs@croda.com.

Croda recognizes employees as our strength, and the diversity they bring to our workforce is directly linked to our ongoing success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including age, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital or veteran status, pregnancy, or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.