Global Contract Manufacturing Leader, Advanced Mobility

DuPont

. Develop and execute the global contract manufacturing strategy, including supplier footprint, capacity, insourcing/outsourcing, dual sourcing, and network optimization .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeValley View • Ohio • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing global contract manufacturing strategies, focusing on supplier management, capacity optimization, and risk mitigation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing operations and supply chain management.

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Global Contract Manufacturing StrategySupplier ManagementLean/Operational ExcellenceCross-Functional LeadershipAnalytical Skills

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Hard Skills

Manufacturing OperationsSupply Chain ManagementProcurementProcess OptimizationQuality SystemsNegotiation CapabilityCapacity PerformanceContinuous ImprovementProduction OperationsRisk Mitigation

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingStructured Problem SolvingCommercial Acumen

Industry Keywords

Specialty MaterialsChemicalsEngineered ProductsManufacturing TechnologyOperational Risks

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the global contract manufacturing strategy, including supplier footprint, capacity, insourcing/outsourcing, dual sourcing, and network optimization
Establish scorecards and governance to drive safety/sustainability, quality, delivery, cost, inventory, and capacity performance
Build and deliver productivity opportunities through supplier negotiations, yield improvement, lead time reduction, waste reduction, process optimization, logistics, and capacity release
Strengthen process control, problem solving, continuous improvement, and manufacturing capability across external partners
Identify and mitigate capacity, quality, supply continuity, geographic, and operational risks across the contract manufacturing network
Translate business growth and demand forecasts into supplier capacity requirements and ensure contract manufacturers support new products and growth
Lead cross-functional improvement efforts with strategic contract manufacturers
Provide leadership visibility into contract manufacturing performance, risks, opportunities, and required decisions
Track key improvement initiatives through established business processes
Work cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing Technology, Quality, Finance, Product Management, and plant leadership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field
Significant experience in manufacturing, supply chain, procurement, supplier management, or manufacturing technology
Demonstrated experience managing production operations, contract manufacturers, external operations, or strategic suppliers
Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, quality systems, supply-chain management, and lean/operational excellence
Proven ability to lead complex global and cross-functional initiatives without direct authority
Strong commercial acumen, analytical skills, negotiation capability, and structured problem solving
Ability to build effective relationships across suppliers, manufacturing sites, functions, and senior leadership
Experience in specialty materials, chemicals, engineered products, or other technically demanding manufacturing environments preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive pay and benefits package
Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodation support for applicants with disabilities