Vice President of Global Supply Chain

Strategic Leadership


* Develop and execute a comprehensive, global supply chain strategy aligned with Nortech’s business goals and People First values.



* Lead global sourcing, procurement, supplier management, materials planning, and logistics to ensure continuity, quality and cost optimization.


* Manage capital expenditures and working capital.


* Define long‑range plans that support scalability as Nortech grows across aerospace & defense, medical, and industrial sectors.


* Oversee supply chain operations across multiple international facilities, driving consistent performance and best‑in‑class processes.


* Ensure flawless execution of customer delivery requirements and on time performance.


* Champion process improvement initiatives, including forecasting, ERP optimization, and advanced analytics for improved decision‑making.

Supplier & Risk Management


* Build a robust supplier ecosystem that meets stringent industry requirements for quality, security, and regulatory compliance.


* Lead risk management programs addressing global disruptions, geopolitical risks, and compliance frameworks (ITAR, FAR/DFARS, medical device quality requirements, etc.).


* Negotiate strategic agreements to optimize cost, mitigate risk, and improve supply assurance.

Team Leadership & Development


* Lead, mentor, and empower a global supply chain team across Mexico, China, and U.S.

operations.


* Foster a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement in alignment with Nortech’s values.


* Strengthen organizational capability through strategic hiring, talent development, and succession planning.

Collaboration & Impact


* Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Program Management, and Finance to support new product introduction, cost‑down initiatives, and operational efficiency.


* Engage directly with key customers and partners as a strategic representative of Nortech’s supply chain capabilities.

 

The pay range for this role is $185k - $230k base.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other candidate qualifications. 

Visa sponsorship not available for this role. 

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Supply Chain - Management