Director, Supply Chain Consulting - Remote -Extensive Travel at Synergetics Installation Worldwide, Inc. – Portsmouth, New Hampshire

Director, Supply Chain
Department: Client Success and Delivery
Reports To: CEO / President
FLSA Status: Exempt
Location: Remote | East Coast Preferred | Must reside within 1 hour of a major airport
Travel Requirement: 75%+ (primarily client site engagements)
Posting Date: February 25, 2026

About Synergetics Worldwide
Synergetics Worldwide is a boutique management consulting firm specializing in operational transformation, technology enablement, and change management for food manufacturing and consumer goods companies. We partner with private equity firms and their portfolio companies to deliver measurable, sustainable value, helping organizations modernize their operations, strengthen their supply chains, and build the internal capabilities needed to compete and grow.

With a team of 60+ consultants distributed across the country, Synergetics combines the expertise and rigor of a large firm with the agility and client-centricity of a boutique. We work embedded with our clients, on the floor, in the data, and at the leadership table driving transformations that stick.
Our Culture
At Synergetics, our culture is defined by our HARTT values: Honesty, Authenticity, Respect, Trust, and Teamwork. These aren't words on a wall, they shape how we show up for our clients and for each other every day.

We are practitioners, not theorists. Our consultants are hands-on problem solvers who take pride in implementation, not just recommendation. We move fast, hold ourselves accountable to outcomes, and genuinely invest in one another's growth. If you thrive in environments where your work has direct, visible impact and where your colleagues challenge and support you in equal measure, Synergetics is the right home for you.
The Opportunity
Synergetics Worldwide is seeking an experienced and driven Senior Director, Supply Chain, to join our Client Success & Delivery team. This is a high-impact, client-facing leadership role for a seasoned supply chain executive who is equally at home in a boardroom presenting transformation strategies and on the plant floor driving implementation. You will lead complex, high-stakes supply chain engagements for PE-backed portfolio companies, managing multi-functional teams and delivering measurable EBITDA improvements for our clients.

This role reports directly to the CEO/President and is central to how Synergetics delivers value. The ideal candidate brings deep functional expertise, executive presence, and a track record of leading multi-million dollar supply chain transformations and is energized by the pace and variety of consulting.
What You'll Do
Client Engagement Leadership
• Lead end-to-end supply chain engagements of moderate to high complexity across PE portfolio companies
• Serve as trusted advisor to C-suite executives and PE firm leadership on supply chain value creation opportunities
• Design and execute supply chain transformations that deliver $10M+ EBITDA improvements
• Conduct comprehensive supply chain diagnostics including network analysis, cost-to-serve assessments, inventory analysis, and capability maturity evaluations
• Identify and quantify value creation opportunities across sourcing, planning, logistics, manufacturing, and inventory management
• Present findings and recommendations to PE partners, boards, and executive leadership teams

Team Leadership and Development
• Lead cross-functional teams (client staff and Synergetics consultants) to execute supply chain transformations
• Manage teams of 2–5+ consultants across multiple workstreams
• Mentor and develop junior consultants and managers
• Establish KPIs, governance structures, and sustainable continuous improvement frameworks
• Build client capabilities through knowledge transfer and training programs
• Conduct performance reviews and career development planning for team members

Business Development & Thought Leadership
• Support new client acquisition through proposal development and client presentations
• Collaborate with Synergetics partners and business development team to identify and pursue opportunities
• Develop subject matter expertise content including case studies, methodologies, and thought leadership
• Contribute to practice development including methodology enhancement and tool development
• Present at industry conferences and client events

What You'll Bring
Experience and Education
• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience, with demonstrated delivery of large-scale transformations
• Prior management consulting experience strongly preferred; candidates with deep industry experience in supply chain leadership roles at food manufacturing or consumer goods companies will be considered
• Bachelor's degree required in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field
• MBA or master’s degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or a related discipline strongly preferred

Core Functional Competencies
Candidates must have strong hands-on experience in 4 or more of the following areas:
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP): maturity assessments, IBP design and implementation, executive S&OP facilitation
• Inventory Management: statistical inventory optimization, safety stock, ABC segmentation; demonstrated 20–40%+ reductions
• Demand Planning and Forecasting: statistical forecasting, MAPE/bias metrics, consensus forecasting, demand planning systems (Blue Yonder, Kinaxis, SAP IBP, Oracle Demantra, o9)
• Master Scheduling and Capacity Planning: ERP-based MPS/MRP configuration, CRP, finite capacity scheduling, bottleneck analysis
• Warehouse/DC Management: WMS platforms (Manhattan, Blue Yonder, SAP EWM, Oracle WMS), inventory accuracy programs, DC layout and labor productivity optimization
• Management Operating Systems (MOS): daily management systems, lean daily management, GEMBA walks, visual KPI dashboards, standardized work
• ERP/MRP Remediation: BOM accuracy, master data management, system capability assessments; experience with SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, Infor, or Epicor
• Logistics and Transportation Management: network optimization, TMS implementation, carrier management, freight cost reduction
• Procurement & Strategic Sourcing: category management, RFx processes, supplier negotiations, total cost of ownership, global sourcing

Certifications (Preferred)
Supply Chain and Operations: CPIM, CSCP, CLTD, SCOR-P, CSCMP SCPro
Process Excellence: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt
Procurement and Sourcing: CPSM, CIPS/MCIPS
Project and Change Management: PMP, Prosci
ERP/Technology: SAP SCM/MM/PP, Oracle SCM Cloud, Microsoft Dynamics 365 Supply Chain, Kinaxis RapidResponse
Demand Planning: IBF CPF (Certified Professional Forecaster)

Additional Certifications (Preferred)
Procurement and Sourcing
• CPCM (Certified Professional Contracts Manager)
Warehousing and Logistics
• WERC DC Pro – Warehousing Education and Research Council credential, relevant to the WMS/DC management competency
Lean and Continuous Improvement
• Shingo Institute Prize/Workshop Certifications – Complements Lean Six Sigma and aligns with the MOS/daily management systems work
• TWI (Training Within Industry) Certification – Directly supports the standardized work and leader standard work deliverables

Additional Requirements
• Must reside within 1 hour of a major airport; East Coast location strongly preferred
• Must be willing and able to travel 75%+ of the time to client sites
• Executive presence with outstanding presentation, facilitation, and communication skills
• Proven ability to lead diverse, geographically distributed teams through complex change
• Entrepreneurial mindset with comfort operating in a high-growth, fast-paced consulting environment
Compensation and Benefits
Synergetics Worldwide offers a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, including:
• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Short- and Long-Term disability insurance
• Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Unlimited paid time off and holidays
• Professional development support including certification reimbursement and conference participation
• Collaborative, high-performance culture with real opportunities for advancement

Synergetics is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We utilize E-Verify for I9 certification.