Director, Purchasing & Supply Chain, Americas

Job description

At Tenneco, we don’t follow industry standards; we set them, and we don’t settle for being best-in-class because we hustle to be better than best-in-class. Whether it’s our Core Values – radical candor, simplify, organizational velocity, tenacious execution and win – or our Get Stuff Done (GSD) mindset, we’re determined to become the most trusted partner and best manufacturer and distributor to the transportation industry. With a product portfolio as expansive as it is innovative, an obsessive commitment to quality and excellence, and a global presence, we’re all about getting stuff done, so we can win. How do we make it happen? Through the Tenneco Way. Fueled by our Core Values, a winning mindset and a relentless commitment to excellence, the Tenneco Way is how we win. It’s what keeps Team Tenneco bold, driven, and unapologetically focused on pushing past limits and redefining success. Here, you’ll work alongside a team of relentless problem-solvers who are committed to making a tangible impact. If you’re ready to break boundaries, deliver results, and enjoy the ride along the way, you’ll thrive here. Want to learn more about who we are? Check out our website to discover the Tenneco Way The Director, Purchasing & Supply Chain, Americas is a key member of the Americas leadership team responsible for developing and executing the end-to-end procurement and supply chain strategy across the region. This role provides leadership for purchasing, sourcing, materials planning, inventory management, logistics, and supplier performance to ensure operational excellence, cost competitiveness, and uninterrupted supply to our customers. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Commercial, and Global Procurement teams, this role drives strategic initiatives that improve supplier performance, optimize inventory and working capital, reduce costs, mitigate supply chain risks, and support business growth. The role balances short-term operational execution with long-term strategic planning, ensuring the organization can meet customer demand while building a resilient and high-performing supply chain. The successful candidate will be a strategic leader who can influence across functions, develop strong supplier partnerships, and lead teams through change while delivering measurable business results. This position plays a critical role in supporting the growth, profitability, and operational performance of the MRS Americas business. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead the purchasing and supply chain strategy for MRS Americas, ensuring alignment with business objectives for growth, profitability, and operational excellence. • Direct all sourcing, procurement, supplier management, and contract negotiation activities across the region. • Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations, including demand planning, materials management, inventory control, logistics, and transportation. • Drive cost reduction, purchasing productivity, working capital improvements, and inventory optimization initiatives. • Ensure supply continuity and proactively mitigate supplier, commodity, and supply chain risks. • Partner with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Quality, and Commercial teams to support customer requirements, new product launches, and business growth. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance, service levels, and operational efficiency. • Lead, develop, and mentor a high-performing Purchasing and Supply Chain organization, building talent, succession plans, and organizational capability. • Serve as a key member of the MRS Americas Leadership Team, influencing strategic decisions and driving cross-functional collaboration to achieve business results. JOB REQUIREMENTS • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred. • Progressive leadership experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials management, logistics, or manufacturing operations. • Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, contract management, inventory optimization, planning, logistics, and supply chain risk management. • Proven track record of driving cost reduction, productivity improvements, working capital optimization, and operational performance. • Experience developing and executing supply chain strategies that support business growth and customer requirements. • Strong financial acumen with the ability to analyze business performance, manage budgets, and drive measurable results. • Excellent leadership, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization. • Ability to lead organizational change, develop high-performing teams, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required. We don’t want average. We want exceptional. We want someone who’s hungry to build, unafraid to challenge, and bold enough to lead with empathy, speed, and precision. Sound like you? Let us know. Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities