Director, Material Management

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Ciena

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5001 - 10000 employees

Founded 1985

📡 Telecommunications

🔧 Hardware

💰 Series C on 1995-12

Telecommunications • Hardware • Networking

Ciena is a global leader in optical and routing systems, services, and automation software. We build the world’s most adaptive networks to address ever-increasing digital demands for richer, more connected experiences for all users. For three-plus decades, we’ve brought our innate sense of humanity to our relentless pursuit of innovation.

📋 Description

• Lead a global supply planning organization, including a significant team based in Thailand • Own and govern the Master Production Schedule (MPS) in an outsourced environment • Serve as the primary escalation point for material shortages, supply risks, and delivery commitment challenges • Drive cross‑functional production and supplier forums • Partner with inventory leadership to balance service levels, working capital, and inventory exposure • Ensure accurate forecast development and timely visibility to manufacturing partners • Champion supply chain transformation initiatives

🎯 Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or Business Administration • Extensive experience leading material management or supply planning organizations in mid‑to‑large enterprises • Deep expertise in materials planning, sourcing and procurement, outsourced manufacturing operations, new product introduction, and contract manufacturer management • Strong working knowledge of material requirements planning and enterprise resource planning systems, materials management standards, and just‑in‑time principles • Demonstrated analytical capability, including the ability to rapidly merge and interpret complex data sets using Microsoft Excel • Proven project management experience supporting cross‑functional and multi‑region initiatives • Ability to influence outcomes and lead through collaboration across global, matrixed organizations • Fluency in English and flexibility to work across time zones, including escalation‑driven interactions with manufacturing partners

🏖️ Benefits

• Flexible work environment • Professional development opportunities