Director of Global Supply Chain Position Available In Washington, Rhode Island

Director of Global Supply Chain 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars North Kingstown, RI 02852 ABOUT

THE ORGANIZATION

Edesia is a nonprofit, social enterprise on a mission to end malnutrition globally. Since we opened our doors in 2010, we have reached over 26 million children across 65 countries with the life-saving foods we make here in Rhode Island in partnership with UNICEF, World Food Programme, and the United States Government. Every day we work together to reach children caught in humanitarian crises worldwide and need mission-driven, energetic, passionate problem solvers to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY

The Director of Global Supply Chain is a strategic and operational leader responsible for overseeing and continuously enhancing the end-to-end global supply chain at Edesia. This includes global production demand planning, international and domestic procurement and purchasing, inbound and outbound logistics, and warehouse operations across multiple geographies. This role is accountable for driving cost containment, optimizing global supply chain performance, and increasing operational efficiency while ensuring the seamless and timely flow of raw materials and finished products to meet both production needs and international delivery requirements in support of Edesia’s global mission.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

Supply Chain Strategy & Leadership Develop and implement a scalable global supply chain strategy aligned with organizational growth and last mile distribution strategy Lead and empower cross-functional teams across demand planning, procurement, logistics, and warehouse operations Establish and track KPIs for cost control, efficiency, delivery performance, and quality Promote cross-functional collaboration with Production, Quality, Finance, and Program teams to align operational priorities Cost Containment & Efficiency Optimization Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities across procurement, inventory management, transportation, and warehousing Implement lean principles, process improvements, and automation tools to increase productivity and reduce waste Negotiate vendor contracts that support long-term value and financial sustainability Manage budgets and forecast supply chain costs in coordination with Finance Production Demand Planning Oversee demand forecasting and production planning to ensure alignment with customer needs and manufacturing capacity Drive data-driven planning processes that improve resource allocation and minimize inventory carrying costs Procurement & Purchasing Lead sourcing strategy for raw materials, packaging, technical goods, and services Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships with a focus on value, quality, and delivery performance Ensure compliance with contract terms, quality standards, and ethical sourcing practices Logistics & Distribution Oversee inbound and outbound logistics to ensure on-time, cost-effective, and compliant global shipments Manage freight spend, optimize transportation routes, and collaborate with 3PLs to minimize delivery delays and costs Develop contingency plans to mitigate disruptions in the supply chain Warehouse Operations Direct warehouse operations to ensure safety, inventory accuracy, and space efficiency Monitor inventory levels to avoid overstock and stockouts, optimizing storage and material flow Implement technology and best practices to streamline material handling and reduce labor costs

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or related field (Master’s preferred) 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role Strong background in cost control, process improvement, and operational excellence Deep understanding of end-to-end supply chain functions, particularly in a manufacturing or food production environment Proficiency with ERP systems, demand planning software, and supply chain analytics tools Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills

PREFFERED ATTRIBUTES

Strategic and financially savvy decision-maker Process-driven leader with continuous improvement mindset Adaptable, resilient, and calm under pressure Passionate about global health, food security, and humanitarian response

WORKING CONDITIONS

General office environment; occasionally visits production area. High utilization of office equipment, phone, computer, etc. Ability to work remotely, as needed or requested. Domestic/international travel may be required up to 20% of time. The requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.