Director of Supply Chain in Armada, Michigan at The Pond Guy Inc.

Do you enjoy building strategies that improve efficiency, reduce costs, and keep operations running smoothly? Are you someone who naturally looks for better ways to plan, source, and move products? Do you enjoy collaborating across departments, solving complex business challenges, and leading teams toward measurable results? Are you looking for an opportunity where you can make a lasting impact on a growing manufacturing and distribution company?

If you answered yes to the questions above, then we need you as our Director of Supply Chain! See the details of the position below.

The Pond Guy / Airmax, Inc. is the leading manufacturer and distributor of pond, lake, and water garden products, including aeration systems, fountains, and water treatments. The Pond Guy sells nationwide to both end-users and a network of Airmax distributors. Watch now to learn about The Pond Guy: https://qrcodes.pro/sIkmTV

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for leading the company’s end-to-end supply chain strategy across planning, purchasing, supplier management, and inventory management. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this role partners closely with leaders across manufacturing, sales, finance, product development, and distribution to lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), optimize inventory investment, ensure the right products are available at the right time, and enhance supplier performance and operational efficiency.

This leader will build scalable processes, develop a high-performing team, leverage data and emerging technologies, and create a resilient supply chain that supports the company’s continued growth.

What Success Looks Like:

Success in this role means building a high-performing, scalable supply chain that supports The Pond Guy's continued growth. You'll strengthen planning, purchasing, supplier partnerships, and inventory management while improving service levels, operational efficiency, and cost performance.

Through strategic leadership, data-driven decision making, continuous improvement, and collaboration across the organization, you'll build scalable processes that position The Pond Guy for long-term growth while delivering an exceptional customer experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute the company's supply chain strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, and customer satisfaction
• Lead the planning, purchasing, supplier management, and inventory management functions while establishing scalable processes that improve efficiency and support long-term growth
• Drive demand planning, forecasting, inventory optimization, and Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) to ensure product availability while balancing inventory investment
• Lead procurement and strategic sourcing initiatives while building strategic supplier partnerships through negotiation, supplier development, performance management, and supply-risk mitigation
• Develop and manage logistics and transportation strategies focused on freight costs, carrier performance, service levels, and overall supply chain efficiency
• Establish and monitor supply chain performance metrics to improve service, inventory, supplier performance, and operational efficiency
• Partner with leaders across sales, marketing, finance, engineering, manufacturing, and distribution to lead cross-functional initiatives and support business objectives
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing supply chain team while fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Don’t know about ponds? That’s ok! You’ll be trained to be proficient in your role. We utilize an interactive combination of hands-on and visual training to ensure everyone has a full understanding of The Pond Guy’s proactive approach to pond management.

Job Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you need to have a certain amount of knowledge and skills:

• 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience with demonstrated leadership across multiple disciplines including planning, procurement/strategic sourcing, inventory management, supplier management, and logistics
• Demonstrated experience developing or significantly improving demand planning, inventory management, forecasting, and S&OP processes
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, supplier development, and supply-risk mitigation
• Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in ERP systems, supply chain analytics, and performance metrics
• Strong business acumen with exceptional communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Willingness to leverage AI and emerging technologies to improve productivity, streamline business processes, and support business objectives
• Knowledge of import and domestic sourcing for consumer products is a plus
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, operations, engineering, business, or a related discipline preferred

This position primarily works in an office environment and requires prolonged periods of sitting, working at a computer, and participating in meetings. It also requires manual dexterity for typing, sitting at a desk, and looking at a computer screen for long periods of time. Occasional travel throughout the facility, warehouse, manufacturing areas, and supplier locations may be required. The ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds is required.

This position requires extensive use of ERP systems, Microsoft Office applications, data analysis tools, and reporting dashboards. Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, effective communication, sound business judgment, and the ability to build relationships across departments and with external suppliers.

We are looking for a strategic, collaborative leader who is resourceful, results-oriented, and motivated to continuously improve the way we serve our customers and support our teams.

Availability

This is a full-time, salaried position. Candidates must be available to work between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, with the occasional Saturday work as needed.

Compensation

This is a full-time salaried position with benefits. Benefits include:

• Blue Cross Blue Shield Healthcare
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Dental Insurance
• Blue Cross Blue Shield Vision Insurance
• Short-term Disability Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday pay effective immediately (8 holidays recognized)
• 401k with employer 4% match and revenue sharing
• Employee referral program
• Additional Training Programs: Career Development and Department Shadows

Company Overview

TPG, Inc. is a growing company with over 160 employees. We are a manufacturing company for pond, lake and water garden supplies with customers in all 50 states servicing both wholesale and end-users. We have customers with large ponds used for swimming, fishing and ice skating and customers with decorative water gardens containing Koi, waterfalls, and plants. Our mission is to help the world enjoy ponds by being passionate, knowledgeable and providing innovative solutions.

TPG, Inc. is not just a team, we’re a tribe. A tribe is more like a family and is ongoing.  We have fun, pursue our goals, and help each other grow. Becoming part of TPG, Inc. means more than getting a job it’s a career move. We will give you the support you need to grow with us.

Company Divisions

TPG, Inc. encompasses a family of businesses to support customers in all pond aspects.

Airmax, Inc. – business-to-business and manufacturing. airmaxeco.com

The Pond Guy, Inc. – direct-to-consumer. thepondguy.com

The Pond Guy, Inc. – local services division. weknowponds.com

How To Apply For Position

Step 1: Submit Resume.

Step 2: If selected for further review, you will receive a request to take a ten-minute survey. Please complete the survey within three days of receipt.

Step 3: If selected for further review, you will be contacted for an interview.

The Pond Guy, Inc. prides itself on the quality of its employees and as such, candidates who receive a job offer will be required to successfully pass a drug/toxins test and background check.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.