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Job Description
Position Summary
Coherent is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Program Management, Contract Manufacturing to lead the strategic growth and operational scaling of our Southeast Asia contract manufacturing network. This role will also have direct oversight to several key strategic suppliers in the Western U.S. This role will serve as the critical link between business demand, supply chain strategy, manufacturing operations, engineering, procurement, quality, and external manufacturing partners to ensure successful execution of Coherent's aggressive growth objectives.
The Director will establish and lead integrated planning, capacity expansion, manufacturing transfer, and operational readiness programs that enable scalable growth across the contract manufacturing ecosystem. Success in this role requires strong leadership in SIOP/IBP, supply chain transformation, factory ramp-up, capacity planning, executive communication, and cross-functional decision-making within complex global manufacturing environments.
Key Responsibilities
Contract Manufacturing Growth & Strategy
- Develop and execute the operational roadmap supporting rapid expansion of Southeast Asia contract manufacturing partners.
- Lead strategic planning efforts to ensure contract manufacturers can meet future demand, capacity, quality, and delivery requirements.
- Partner with global operations and business leaders to translate growth forecasts into executable manufacturing strategies.
- Build scalable governance models supporting contract manufacturer performance and operational maturity.
Integrated Business Planning (IBP/SIOP)
- Own the integrated planning process connecting customer demand, supply availability, manufacturing capacity, inventory, financial objectives, and delivery commitments.
- Lead executive SIOP reviews and facilitate cross-functional decision-making related to capacity constraints, supply risks, inventory strategies, and production priorities.
- Drive scenario planning to support business growth, risk mitigation, and capital investment decisions.
- Develop capacity and resource planning models supporting long-range growth forecasts.
Factory Expansion, Transfers & Production Ramps
- Lead manufacturing transfer and factory ramp-up programs supporting capacity expansion and business continuity.
- Coordinate operational readiness activities across supply chain, manufacturing, engineering, quality, procurement, and finance.
- Develop and execute strategies to support new product introductions and technology transfers into contract manufacturing environments.
- Ensure successful transition of production while maintaining customer commitments and operational performance.
Supply Chain & Operational Excellence
- Establish KPI-driven management systems focused on delivery performance, inventory health, schedule adherence, capacity utilization, and operational readiness.
- Drive improvements in planning processes, MRP health, master scheduling, and supply-demand balancing.
- Implement dashboarding and reporting tools that improve visibility and decision-making across the manufacturing network.
- Lead initiatives that improve supply chain resiliency, responsiveness, and scalability.
Contract Manufacturer Engagement
- Serve as executive liaison for strategic contract manufacturing partners throughout Southeast Asia.
- Conduct regular business reviews focused on operational performance, growth readiness, continuous improvement, and risk management.
- Drive accountability for commitments across both internal teams and external partners.
- Facilitate rapid resolution of operational constraints impacting customer delivery or factory performance.
Leadership & Organizational Development
- Build and develop a high-performing program management and planning organization.
- Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, data-driven decision making, and operational excellence.
- Influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization, including executive leadership and global operations teams.
- Lead organizational change initiatives necessary to support continued growth and transformation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
- 12+ years of progressive leadership experience in supply chain, integrated planning, manufacturing operations, or program management.
- Deep experience leading SIOP, IBP, demand planning, supply planning, capacity planning, and inventory strategy processes.
- Proven success supporting manufacturing transfers, factory expansions, production ramp-ups, or site transitions.
- Experience working with global contract manufacturers and outsourced manufacturing operations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead large cross-functional programs across Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Quality.
- Strong executive communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
- Experience leading global teams across multiple regions and cultures.
Preferred Qualifications
- MBA or advanced technical degree.
- Experience within photonics, semiconductors, aerospace & defense, electronics manufacturing, or other highly regulated manufacturing industries.
- Experience with SAP, Kinaxis RapidResponse, Power BI, or similar planning and analytics platforms.
- Experience in AS9100, ISO, or highly controlled manufacturing environments.
- PMP, APICS, or equivalent certification.
Key Competencies
- SIOP / IBP Leadership
- Global Supply Chain Strategy
- Contract Manufacturing Management
- Capacity & Resource Planning
- Factory Ramp & Transition Management
- Demand & Supply Planning
- Executive Communication
- Operational Excellence
- Manufacturing Readiness
- Change Leadership
- Scenario Planning & Risk Management
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
The successful candidate will bring extensive experience leading integrated planning and supply chain transformation within complex manufacturing environments. They will have demonstrated success scaling operations, managing factory transitions, balancing supply and demand in constrained environments, and leading global teams through significant growth and change. Experience supporting contract manufacturers, production ramp-ups, and executive SIOP processes will be critical to enabling Coherent's next phase of growth across Southeast Asia.
Working Conditions
- Hybrid, in office - Sherman, TX
-Frequent International travel
Safety Requirements
All employees are required to follow the site EHS procedures and Coherent Corp. Corporate EHS standards.
Quality and Environmental Responsibilities
Depending on location, this position may be responsible for the execution and maintenance of the ISO 9000, 9001, 14001 and/or other applicable standards that may apply to the relevant roles and responsibilities within the Quality Management System and Environmental Management System.
Culture Commitment
Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work
Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [email protected].
About Us
Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!
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