Head of Supply Chain

2 months ago

houston, United States Solugen Full time

Position

Head of Supply Chain


About Solugen:


Solugen is a groundbreaking technology company on a bold mission to decarbonize the physical world. At the heart of our innovation is the world’s first sustainable molecule factory—the Bioforge. This unique manufacturing platform uses a chemoenzymatic process to convert plant-derived substances into essential materials that have historically been made from fossil fuels—all with minimal emissions and no hazardous waste. A highly scalable and localized alternative to conventional approaches, the Bioforge enables us to produce a range of high-performance, cost-competitive, and sustainable solutions to meet the diverse needs of our customers.


Ready to shape the future? Join us.


Are you passionate about sustainable solutions and combating climate change? We're always on the lookout for dynamic individuals who blend passion with adaptability. You thrive in an environment where curiosity propels you, questions are celebrated, and insights power your work. As a self-starter, you’ll embrace the pace and uncertainty of startup culture– that’s where the best ideas flourish. At our core, we prioritize safety above all, value respect for others, and consider creative problem-solving a superpower.


The Role


Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, the Head of Supply Chain will lead and oversee the end-to-end Supply Chain at Solugen, including Planning, Procurement (Direct & Indirect) and Logistics. This role is critical in driving efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic goals. As both a strategic leader and tactical operator, the Head of Supply Chain will optimize processes to meet growth targets, manage supplier relationships, mitigate risks, and support scalability. This position requires close collaboration with internal teams, particularly Sales and Manufacturing, to deliver a best-in-class customer experience.


Expectations

- Lead, develop and implement Supply Chain strategies to support scalability and cost efficiency.

- Lead and optimize Supply Planning and Inventory Management to align with Manufacturing growth targets.

- Lead Sourcing and Procurement activities, ensuring supplier relationships are robust and cost-effective.

- Lead should cost model development and deliver commodity level strategies.

- Lead timely and efficient Logistics operations, with a focus on reducing lead times and costs.

- Establish key performance metrics ensuring timely and accurate reporting.

- Collaborate cross-functionally with R&D, Manufacturing and Sales to ensure Supply Chain aligns with overall business objectives.

- Mitigate Supply Chain risks by developing contingency plans and proactively addressing potential bottlenecks.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the Value Chain to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs.

- All other duties necessary to execute a best-in-class Supply Chain.


Necessary Skills

- At least ten (10) years of experience in various Supply Chain roles, with at three least (3) of years experience sourcing Raw Materials.

- Fast-paced hi-tech, consumer goods or similar industry experience.

- Strong leadership and team management skills, with a track record of building and developing high-performing teams.

- Excellent analytical and judgment skills. Advanced excel skills a must have.

- Master’s degree or higher, supply chain or engineering preferred.

- Demonstrated ability to identify business process issues and drive process improvement.

- Open-minded self-starter with the ability to adapt, improvise and problem solve.

- Ability to work independently on multiple tasks and projects with various stakeholders.

- Organizational skills to manage and track transactional details.

- Fluency in English.


Company Specific

- Ask a lot of questions, be curious, and provide insights into your work.

- Be nimble, embrace the speed and ambiguity of startup culture.

- A passion for green chemistry and fighting climate change.

- Ability to self-manage and set your own priorities and schedule.

- Be comfortable working in multiple roles.

- Emphasize safety above all else.

- Respect for others.

- Creative problem solving.

- Willingness to learn and research new engineering/science concepts.

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