Director of Supply Chain

**Position Summary** Tempo, Inc. is seeking a strategic, operations-support-focused **Director of Supply Chain** to lead the functions of warehouse, logistics, procurement, inventory management, manufacturing support, and prefabrication logistics. This leader will ensure seamless coordination between operations, inventory, job-site delivery, and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will have experience across logistics, supply chain, and purchasing, and will thrive in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment focused on accuracy, efficiency, and cross-functional collaboration. **Reports to:** **CFO** **Key Responsibilities:** **Leadership & Strategy** - Analyze inventory turnover rates and make recommendations for stock optimization. - Lead and develop high-performing warehouse and purchasing teams through effective coaching, collaboration, and accountability. - Align logistics with company goals, project timelines, and customer commitments. - Foster a culture of ownership, innovation, operational-customer-centricity, and continuous improvement. - Implement and maintain structured performance review cycles for all direct reports, including regular check-ins and one-on-one coaching. **Warehouse Oversight** - Oversee and maintain accurate inventory levels across all warehouse sites, trucks, consignment locations, and transfers. - Conduct regular physical inventory counts and cycle counts and be able to reconcile all variances. - Ensure timely and accurate receiving, job packing, shipping, and inventory management. - Monitor KPIs such as inventory accuracy, shipping efficiency, and labor productivity. - Lead continuous improvement projects to optimize layout, processes, and warehouse software utilization. **Procurement & Supply Chain** - Evaluate and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, quality, and delivery terms. - Ensure purchasing strategies align with project demands, budget targets, and inventory needs. - Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and resolve any vendor-related issues. - Oversee purchase orders for accuracy and ensure timely deliveries. - Drive vendor performance impro **Cross-Departmental Collaboration** - Serve as the logistics and procurement liaison to key departments: Mechanical, Service, US-EcoLogic, and Accounting. - Coordinate with finance on budgeting, inventory reconciliation, and supplier invoice discrepancies. **Compliance & Safety** - Enforce safety policies across all logistics operations. - Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, industry standards, and company protocols. **Reporting & Performance** - Provide regular performance updates to the Chief Administrative Officer. - Lead data-driven decision-making using internal systems such as Salesforce and Microsoft 365. - Execute any other duties assigned by the Chief Financial Officer. - 7-10 years of applicable experience. - Strong knowledge of procurement, contract negotiation, inventory systems, and logistics processes. - Strong knowledge in warehouse, logistics, or supply chain leadership, preferably in HVAC, construction, or a related field. - Working knowledge of warehouse safety procedures. - A creative approach to dynamically solve problem. - Ability to communicate at a high level, both written and verbal, and to both internal and external customers. - Self-motivated attitude and willingness to take on additional responsibilities. - Proficient in Microsoft 365; experience with Salesforce preferred. - Forklift certification is preferred. - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience. - Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred. **Physical Qualifications** - Must be able to sit for long periods of time. - Must be able to work varying shifts including days, nights, and weekends. **Language Skills** - Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred **Education and/or Experience** - BSc/BA in business administration or relevant field; MSc/MA will be a plus - Manag…