Build the Future with VBC

At Volumetric Building Companies (VBC), we are redefining the future of construction. As a global leader in volumetric modular building, we integrate cutting-edge technology, precision-driven manufacturing, and expert modular construction to deliver high-quality, sustainable buildings—faster and smarter. Headquartered in Philadelphia, PA, with locations across the U.S., UK, Ireland, Poland, and Serbia, our reach is global, but our mission is deeply personal: to create spaces that improve lives.

At VBC, our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous growth, where your ideas matter and your work makes a real impact. When you join us, you become part of a team that values excellence, respect, and community—a place where you can build your career while building a better world.

If you’re driven to be the best at what you do and want to be part of something bigger, let’s build the future together.

About the Role

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the full supply chain across the company, leading the corporate procurement team, and ensuring strategic alignment with company goals. This leadership role requires a strong background in procurement and supply chain management, with the ability to guide process improvements, manage complex supplier relationships, and drive cost optimization initiatives at a global scale.

Key responsibilities for this role include:

• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, manage, and mentor a growing corporate procurement team, including setting clear goals, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Strategic Procurement Oversight: Direct all corporate procurement activities, including goods and materials procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and contract execution to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations.
• Supplier & Contract Management: Establish and maintain high-level supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with supplier contracts and driving contract execution across all levels. Work to ensure timely delivery and cost-effective procurement.
• Process Optimization: Review, improve, and standardize procurement processes and procedures. Implement systems and strategies that enhance the procurement function’s effectiveness, and continuously drive improvements in team performance and supplier performance.
• Global Market Intelligence: Leverage knowledge of global market conditions and supply chain trends to forecast challenges and opportunities, ensuring strategic sourcing and procurement strategies align with company objectives.
• Inventory & Cost Management: Define and implement strategies for inventory management, achieving inventory turn targets while maintaining an on-time delivery performance. Continuously explore cost reduction opportunities.
• System Expertise: Oversee the maintenance of material master data, including updates within procurement systems. Expertise in SAP is essential for managing procurement processes and integration across other functions.
• Performance Metrics: Develop and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for both internal team performance and external supplier performance to ensure alignment with company goals and objectives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with other departments (e.g., finance, engineering, manufacturing) to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with business goals. Provide expert guidance and support on procurement-related matters.

About You

• The ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
• Leadership Skills: Proven ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
• SAP Expertise: In-depth experience with SAP for procurement, materials management, and supply chain functions. Advanced SAP skills are strongly preferred.
• Global Market Understanding: Solid understanding of global market trends and their impact on procurement and supply chain operations.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think long-term, develop strategic initiatives, and align procurement activities with broader organizational goals.
• Problem-Solving & Innovation: Strong ability to think creatively, develop solutions, and drive process improvements.
• Project Management Expertise: Proven track record of managing complex projects, particularly in procurement and supply chain management.
• Financial Acumen: Strong understanding of financial principles with the ability to perform cost/benefit analysis and budgeting.
• Communication & Negotiation: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts and manage relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Experience: A minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA or advanced degree is a plus.
• Certifications: APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) or similar certifications are a plus.

The Salary Range for this position is $170,000 - $220,000 annual base salary + annual performance bonus. We also off the following benefits: 

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs 
• 401(k) program with employer matching 
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations 
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities 

VBC is an equal opportunity employer.