Director of Global Manufacturing
Director of Global Manufacturing needed for Complex Manufacturer.
- Operations Team.
- Spokane, WA area
One of our growing manufacturing clients is looking to bring on an experienced operations leader to drive its assembly, manufacturing, and logistics functions. This person will serve as a transformational leader by building the operational infrastructure needed to scale the business to its next stage of growth.
Qualifications for the Director of Global Manufacturing include:
- Extensive leadership experience in high-tech, precision manufacturing (electronics, aviation, sensors)
- Strong expertise in SMOP, demand planning, supply chain coordination, supplier cost control, and end-to-end inventory management
- Proven ability to scale and optimize low-volume, high-mix operations using Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven decision-making
- Hands-on oversight of final assembly, testing, and repair processes, ensuring products meet quality standards and ship on time
- Solid financial acumen, cross-functional leadership skills, and commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence
Responsibilities for the Director of Global Manufacturing Include:
- Direct end-to-end manufacturing operations across both external partners and internal teams, covering planning, production, logistics, and delivery
- Manage global contract manufacturers, including negotiations, performance oversight, and ensuring adherence to strict quality and technical standards
- Lead demand planning and S&OP processes to balance forecasts, production, and inventory in a high-mix, low-volume environment
- Oversee final assembly, calibration, and global distribution, ensuring products meet precision standards and reach customers on time
- Drive new product launches, quality systems, cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma principles
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