Job Posting Title

Director Supply Chain Management

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GKN Driveline Celaya SA de CV

Job Description Summary

Participates in development of SCM strategies and initiatives in line with Business Unit requirements. Provide guidance and knowledge in all aspects of supply chain and materials management. Responsible to ensure all standards (global, customer, TS16949, MMOG, etc.) are understood and adhered to. Interacts with various department heads to ensure goals are in line with overall business strategy. Monitors effectiveness and drives improvement in the supply chain; plans, implements and measures performance improvements.

Job Description:

Job Description

Lead the end-to‑end Supply Chain strategy for the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including four manufacturing plants, the Aftermarket business, and the Dallas 3PL operation. Responsible for delivering operational excellence, customer satisfaction, inventory optimization, cost efficiency, and business continuity while aligning local execution with DAUCH’s regional and global Supply Chain strategy. This role combines strategic leadership with hands‑on execution to drive transformation, build organizational capabilities, and achieve sustainable business results.

Reports to: Site Manager, Celaya-Villagrán
Dotted-line reporting to: Head of Supply Chain Mexico

Key Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Director provides strategic and operational leadership for the end-to‑end Supply Chain organization across the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, driving alignment with DAUCH's regional and global Supply Chain strategy while ensuring exceptional customer service, operational excellence,



inventory optimization, and sustainable business performance.

Strategic Leadership

- Define and execute the Supply Chain strategy to support business growth, operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and profitability, in alignment with regional and global Supply Chain and site objectives.
- Drive strategic initiatives focused on optimization, digitalization, standardization, and continuous improvement.

End‑to‑End Supply Chain Leadership

- Lead the end‑to‑end Supply Chain organization across the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing Complex, including Planning, Materials Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Transportation, Inventory Management, and Customer Fulfillment.
- Ensure material availability, operational continuity, inventory optimization, and service excellence while balancing cost and working capital objectives.
- Develop and execute risk mitigation and business continuity strategies across the supply chain network.

Operational & Financial Performance

- Establish and drive key performance indicators (KPIs) related to customer service, inventory, productivity, logistics, and cost performance.
- Lead initiatives that improve operational efficiency, supply chain competitiveness, working capital, and overall business performance.




- Manage the Supply Chain budget and ensure effective allocation of resources to achieve strategic objectives.

Organizational Leadership

- Lead, develop, and mentor a high‑performing multi‑site Supply Chain organization.
- Build organizational capabilities, succession pipelines, and leadership talent to support sustainable business growth.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, innovation, safety, continuous improvement, and results orientation.

Strategic Partnership & Business Leadership

- Partner with Operations, Purchasing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Commercial, and other key functions to ensure alignment and execution of business priorities.
- Build strong relationships with customers, suppliers, logistics partners, and integral Supply Chain leadership.
- Serve as a key member of the Site Leadership Team, contributing to strategic business decisions, operational excellence, capacity planning, and growth initiatives.
- Lead supply chain transformation through digitalization, standardization, and implementation of best practices across the organization.

Organizational Relationships

This role maintains strong partnership with:

- Operations
- Engineering
- Finance
- Purchasing
- Quality
- Commercial
- Regional and Global Supply Chain Leadership
- Strategic Customers, Suppliers, and Logistics Partners

With the purpose to align business priorities, drive operational excellence, and support the successful execution of strategic objectives.

Scope of Responsibility

- Accountable for the end‑to‑end Supply Chain strategy and performance of the Celaya–Villagrán Manufacturing

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