Strategic Supply Chain Director
On-site · Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
The Strategic Supply Chain Director at Merlin will lead market surveys and supplier assessments, manage supplier quality and performance, and establish strategies for risk mitigation and inventory management. The role requires interpreting engineering specifications into actionable strategies and ensuring continuity of supply through strong supplier partnerships. Candidates should have over 10 years of relevant supply chain experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a background in complex industries. This full-time position focuses on supporting the company's growth through effective supply chain management.
Required Qualifications
- 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, sourcing, or supplier management roles
- Proven experience leading supplier strategy, market surveys, and supplier performance management
- Strong ability to interpret and translate engineering requirements into supplier-ready documentation and evaluation criteria
- Demonstrated success reducing supply chain risk in complex or regulated environments
- Experience managing supplier quality and continuous improvement initiatives
- Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
- Background in aerospace, manufacturing, hardware, or other technically complex industries
- Experience scaling supply chains in high-growth or pre-IPO environments
- Familiarity with supplier audits, qualification processes, and quality management systems
Additional Requirements
- Merlin Labs is unable to provide visa sponsorship or consider candidates who require visa transfers. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future.
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