Job Title: Director - IT Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Procurement
Summary:The Director, IT Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Procurement is a high-impact enterprise leadership role created to support IT's evolving organization and the full scope of the COO's global operations. This leader will own the technology strategy and transformation roadmap for manufacturing, supply chain, and procurement systems across a multi-billion-dollar global enterprise, with direct influence on productivity, reliability, service levels, cybersecurity resilience, and operational performance.
Partnering closely with the COO and senior business leaders, you will lead a global organization of approximately 60 IT professionals and oversee a large-scale applications portfolio spanning ERP, MES, plant-floor systems, operational data platforms, supply chain planning, and procurement solutions. This is a rare opportunity to modernize critical business capabilities, standardize global processes, and help shape the future-state digital operating model for manufacturing and supply chain.
Ideal for a business technology executive with deep manufacturing, supply chain, ERP, and transformation experience, this role offers significant visibility, strategic influence, and ownership of initiatives that connect operations, procurement, security, infrastructure, and enterprise architecture across a complex global footprint.
Relocation benefits are available.
About the Location
Nestled within New York's Capital District, Niskayuna, NY, offers the perfect blend of community and opportunity. Here, you'll find a vibrant atmosphere with excellent schools, beautiful scenery, and a strong sense of belonging.
Thriving Community: Niskayuna boasts a close-knit atmosphere with easy access to Schenectady and Albany for cultural experiences and nightlife.
Natural Beauty: Enjoy locals parks, trails, lakes and rivers, offering ample opportunities for outdoor recreation along with easy access to the wine region of the Finger Lakes and Adirondack, Catskill, and Berkshires mountains
Affordable Living: The Capital District boasts a relatively lower cost of living compared to other major metropolitan areas. This allows you to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle while pursuing your career goals.
Strategic Location: Escape the hustle and bustle yet stay connected. Niskayuna is just a few hours' drive or train ride from major cities, such as Boston, New York City and Montreal Also, near Saratoga Springs, NY home to the Saratoga Racecourse and the Saratoga Performing Arts Center
Excellent Schools: The Niskayuna Central School District is renowned for its commitment to quality education.
This ideal combination of small-town charm, easy access to major metropolitan areas, and top-rated schools makes Niskayuna the perfect place for professionals and families seeking a high quality of life.
Responsibilities Include:
Own the Portfolio: Lead strategy and lifecycle management for global systems supporting manufacturing (MES, plant floor), supply chain planning, and procurement processes across a multi-national, $2 billion+ revenue, 5,000+ employee, 40+ location enterprise.
Lead a global organization of 60 IT team members and contractors with accountability for $4mm+ in operating expense.
System Governance: Establish roadmaps for Manufacturing, MES, Supply Chain, SIOP and Procurement systems in alignment with enterprise architecture and business digitalization goals.
Implementation & Optimization: Direct systems implementation, upgrades, and continuous improvement projects across operations, ensuring integration with ERP and other enterprise systems.
Operational Excellence: Ensure system stability, performance, and compliance for 24x7 manufacturing and supply chain functions.
Cyber/OT Security Partnership: Collaborate with IT Security & Infrastructure operations to define security standards and protect plant-floor systems.
Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, and Procurement leadership to ensure IT capabilities enable productivity, quality, and cost objectives.
Vendor Management: Oversee relationships with key technology vendors and integration partners, ensuring contract compliance and high service delivery standards.
Qualifications:
The following are required for the role
Education: Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, Supply Chain, or relevant discipline.
Experience:
12+ years in IT roles with significant experience in managing IT teams focused on Manufacturing Systems, Supply Chain Planning, or ERP-driven operations.
8+ years in IT program management, project management, or IT business partner roles with a proven track record of delivering large-scale IT projects.
Software Development, DevOps, programming (Java based environments) and other forms of development experience.
In-depth understanding of Supply Chain, Supply Chain planning and forecasting systems, and all other aspects of Supply Chain.
Deep understanding of MES, plant floor automation interfaces, data historians, and integrated ERP-SAP landscapes.
Skills:
Experience in managing global teams and large-scale business system projects.
Vendor and portfolio management experience.
Excellent stakeholder and change management capability
Strong verbal and written communication skills to influence and collaborate with senior leadership.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making capabilities with a focus on risk management and continuous improvement.
The following are preferred for the role
Master's/Advanced Degree in Computer Science or Engineering.
Specific hands-on experience driving, leading or participating in ERP Greenfield or Brownfield implementations.
Certifications: PMP, ITIL certification, Agile or Scrum certifications
Experience in an enterprise IT organization with ERP systems
Experience in process manufacturing industries (e.g., chemicals, pharmaceuticals).
Experience in managing full life-cycle system implementations.
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What We Offer:Base Pay Range: $167,500 - $245,850
The actual salary offered is determined by factors including but not limited to education, experience, skill sets, and geography. Local geographic pay differentials may not be reflected in the above pay range and will be discussed with you by a member of the HR team when applicable. If you are interested in this position, we'd ask that you apply! #BePartoftheSolution
Additionally, this role is eligible for incentive or sales variable compensation payments. The amount of these incentives is based on the terms of the Company's incentive plans, the Company's financial performance, and/or individual employee job performance.
At Momentive, compensation is one part of your overall package. We offer a fantastic variety of total rewards and development programs to support your unique needs for overall well-being and personal career aspirations.
Health, dental & vision insurance, including critical illness coverage and optional orthodontia coverage.
Paid parental leave for the birth of a child; adoption and surrogacy reimbursement.
Short term disability with 100% base salary coverage.
Company funded counseling (EAP) and assistance finding care for children, parents, or pets.
25 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus paid holidays. Additional time off with years of service.
401k savings plan with 5% employer match plus additional contribution based on years of service.
Student debt pay-off program.
Professional development programs and courses.
Wellness programs and financial education.
Refer to the Hiring Process tab (https://www.momentive.com/en-us/careers#tabs-ff9710a15f-item-3438a9fedf-tab) on our Careers page for a detailed description of the physical job requirements and location details for candidates considering relocation.
About Us:
Momentive is a premier global advanced materials company with a cutting-edge focus on silicones and specialty products. We deliver solutions designed to help propel our customer's products forward-products that have a profound impact on all aspects of life, around the clock and from living rooms to outer space. With every innovation, Momentive creates a more sustainable future. Our vast product portfolio is made up of advanced silicones and specialty solutions that play an essential role in driving performance across a multitude of industries, including agriculture, automotive, aerospace, electronics, energy, healthcare, personal care, consumer products, building and construction, and more.
Momentive believes a diverse workforce empowers our people, strengthens our business, and contributes to a sustainable world. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer . Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any characteristic protected by law.
To be considered for this position candidates are required to submit an application for employment and be of legal working age as defined by local law . An offer may be conditioned upon the successful completion of pre-employment conditions, as applicable, and subject to applicable laws and regulations .
Note to third parties: Momentive is not seeking or accepting any unsolicited assistance from search and selection firms or employment agencies at this time.
