Director Of Supply Chain

At D-Fend Solutions, our people are our greatest strength — and technology is our passion. Our team of innovators and subject matter experts, including veterans of elite military intelligence technology units, is transforming the way organizations protect themselves from drone threats. As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we design and deliver advanced, software-defined solutions that empower our customers to detect, take control, and safely land unauthorized drones — with precision and reliability. Every day, we push the boundaries of innovation to meet real-world security challenges across industries and environments. We’re proud of our cutting-edge technology, our global reach, and the impact we make in securing the skies. We’re seeking passionate professionals who thrive in a fast-paced, creative, and collaborative environment — those who want to be part of the next generation of airspace security innovation. Join D-Fend Solutions and help make the world a safer place. Become a D-Fender! Work with the world’s leading cyber-takeover counter-drone technology provider and shape the future of safe airspace. We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and hands-on Director of Supply Chain to lead end-to-end supply chain operations for mission-critical defense hardware products. Reporting directly to the VP Operations, you will be responsible for orchestrating a complex global supply chain ecosystem that spans multiple Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) facilities, and Third-Party Logistics (3PL) hubs globally, and internal operational departments including Supply Planning, Logistics & Warehouse Management, and Import/Export Compliance. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in high-reliability manufacturing, advanced multi-site EMS governance, strict international trade compliance (ITAR/EAR), and proven leadership in scaling complex supply chain operations. Key Responsibilities & Core Accountabilities • Supply & Operations Planning (SIOP/S&OP): Own the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning commercial demand forecasts with manufacturing capacity. Lead the Planning department in developing robust Master Production Schedules (MPS), Material Requirements Planning (MRP), and material availability strategies for long-lead mechanical and electronic components. • Global EMS Management & Governance: Direct oversight and operational accountability for global EMS manufacturing partners. Drive capacity planning, production scheduling, on-time delivery (OTD), first-pass yield, and cost optimization across all sites. • 3PL & International Warehousing: Manage global 3PL operations across 2 international sites. Optimize inventory positioning, warehouse throughput, buffer stock management, and hub-and-spoke distribution networks. • Leadership: Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing supply chain team covering, planning, CM management, inventory and logistics. Establish robust supply chain analytics, KPIs (OTD, inventory turns, lead times), and digital tools AI/ERP integrations. • Logistics & Warehouse Operations: Direct internal warehouse management teams, receiving/kitting workflows, inventory accuracy (cycle counts), and internal logistics to support production execution. • Trade Compliance & Import/Export: Lead the Import/Export department to guarantee 100% regulatory compliance with ITAR, EAR, ECCN classifications, Country of Origin (COO) rules, customs clearance, and military export licenses across operating jurisdictions. • Strategic Planning & Component Risk Mitigation: Develop active risk mitigation strategies for long-lead electronic components, single/sole-source items, and End-of-Life (EoL) parts to safeguard production continuity. • Efficiency and KPI Driving: Establish and drive rigorous supply chain KPIs (OTD, Inventory Turns, Schedule Attainment, Freight Cost % of Sales, Carrying Costs) and lead continuous cost reduction initiatives. • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner closely with Engineering, Sales, Operations Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Production leads during New Product Introduction (NPI) to ensure design-for-supply-chain readiness and smooth transitions. Qualifications & Technical Requirements: • Education: B.Sc. in Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related technical field. Master's degree or MBA is highly preferred. • Experience: 15+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in high-tech manufacturing, with Defense, Aerospace, or Mission-Critical Hardware industry (advantage). • EMS & 3PL Expertise: Proven track record managing international EMS partners (tier-1/tier-2) and global 3PL logistics facilities across multiple countries. • Regulatory & Compliance Knowledge: Deep working knowledge of military trade regulations (ITAR, EAR), customs procedures, ECCN, and international import/export laws.( advantage) • Technical Hardware Literacy: Strong understanding of complex electro-mechanical hardware assemblies, PCBAs, mechanical enclosures, and long-lead component sourcing. • Location & Presence: Ability to work on-site at our corporate offices in Ra'anana, Israel, with occasional global travel to vendor and manufacturing sites. • Languages: Native/Fluent Hebrew and full professional proficiency in English (written and spoken). • ERP/MRP & Systems Proficiency: Expertise in tier-1 ERP systems (Netsuite, SAP, Oracle, Priority) and advanced PLM/WMS systems. Expected Performance Metrics (KPIs): • Delivery Performance: On-Time Delivery (OTD) > 95% across all sites and customer order fulfillments. • Inventory Optimization: Achieve target inventory turns while maintaining zero line-down events due to material shortages. Demand Planning, Inventory & Logistics • Own the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, aligning commercial demand forecasts with manufacturing capacity and material availability. • Optimize inventory levels across multiple hubs to balance cash flow, lead-time reduction, and target customer fulfillment levels. • Oversee international trade compliance, import/export controls, customs clearance, freight optimization, and global logistics networks. Leadership & Cross-Functional Alignment • Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing supply chain team covering, planning, CM management, inventory and logistics. • Establish robust supply chain analytics, KPIs (OTD, inventory turns, lead times), and digital tools AI/ERP integrations. • 3PL & Warehouse Efficiency: Order fulfillment SLA > 98% and inventory count accuracy > 99.5%.