Hi P***, I hope you’re doing well. I came across your impressive track record managing end-to-end supply chain programs at I***s,especially your work driving flawless product launches and cost targets. I’m J***, an HR recruiter at StrategyBrain, and we’re partnering with A***c to fill a Director of Global Supply Chain Programs role. Given your background in procurement strategy, supplier management, and cross-functional leadership, I’d love to share more about this opportunity. Would you be open to a brief conversation to explore if it aligns with your career goals? Best regards, J*** HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi P***, Great to hear you’re interested! Here’s a bit more about A***c and the Director of Global Supply Chain Programs role: A***c is a mid-sized, innovation-driven Tier 1 partner to leading OEMs, known for delivering end-to-end supply chain and program management solutions with a collaborative culture and commitment to excellence. In this Director role, you would: • Lead end-to-end supply chain program management for new automotive product launches,setting milestones, cost targets and ensuring flawless execution. • Develop and execute procurement strategies, oversee supplier selection, contract negotiations and performance management to optimize cost, quality and delivery. • Coordinate cross-functional teams across purchasing, quality and logistics to implement process improvements, risk-mitigation plans and continuous improvement initiatives. • Analyze market trends, forecast material requirements and drive data-driven sourcing decisions to enhance operational efficiency and deliver sustainable savings. Why this fits your background: • Your extensive experience at I***a managing full life-cycle supply chain programs and cost targets positions you to hit the ground running here. • You’ll have high visibility and ownership,shaping global launch strategies and leading a dedicated team. • A***c supports professional growth through leadership development, ongoing training and a culture that rewards innovation. We offer a competitive compensation package (base salary + performance bonus), plus benefits and the chance to make a real impact on global programs. Does this overview align with what you’re looking for? I’d be happy to dive deeper into any area or answer questions. I’m available for a call Wednesday or Thursday afternoon,what works best for you? Looking forward to your thoughts! Best, J*** HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi P***, Thanks for asking,happy to share more detail. For this Director role at A***c, the total on-target compensation typically falls in the $180K,$220K range. That breaks down to roughly a $140K,$160K base salary plus an annual performance bonus of 20,25%. We also offer a robust benefits package, including 401(k) matching and professional development stipends. Regarding location flexibility, this is a hybrid position. You’d be expected on-site about three days a week at our V***a-area office to collaborate with cross-functional teams, with the other two days available for remote work. We also accommodate occasional travel to OEM and supplier sites as needed for new program launches. Thursday at 2:00 PM ET works perfectly for me. I’ll send over a calendar invite with a Zoom link shortly. Looking forward to diving deeper into the role and hearing more about your experience! Best regards, J*** HR Recruiter, StrategyBrain

Hi P***, Great question. In this role you’ll lead a core team of about six direct reports,a Senior Program Manager plus five functional leads (covering Purchasing, Quality, PC&L and Strategic Sourcing). You’ll also work closely with an extended network of ~12 cross-functional stakeholders in Engineering, Planning and Supplier Quality across North America and Europe. Typical first-year metrics include: • Delivering 3,5 new program launches on time and on budget • Achieving 5,7% cost savings versus baseline program targets • Maintaining ≥98% supplier on-time delivery performance • Zero critical quality escapes at launch • Rolling out at least two major process or risk-mitigation improvements We’ll dive into specifics on Thursday,but hopefully this gives you a clear sense of the team structure and success measures. Looking forward to our conversation! Best, J***

Hi P***, Great question. Day-to-day collaboration follows a structured, yet flexible, matrix model: • Core team rhythm , We hold a brief daily huddle with your six direct reports (Senior Program Manager + functional leads) to surface any roadblocks, align on priorities and escalate urgent issues. Each lead then drives their workstream,Purchasing, Quality, PC&L or Strategic Sourcing,autonomously within agreed cost, schedule and quality targets. • Extended stakeholder sync , Once a week, we convene a cross-regional video call (NA/EU) with about 12 stakeholders in Engineering, Planning and Supplier Quality to review progress on launch milestones, share market intelligence and align on risk-mitigation actions. We also host a monthly steering review with senior leadership to ensure we’re on track against global KPIs. • Autonomy and governance , Functional leads own their domain end-to-end,from strategy and supplier negotiations up through launch governance,empowered to make day-to-day decisions within budget thresholds. For any scope changes or major investment decisions, they collaborate with you to ensure alignment with the broader program goals. Overall, this setup strikes a balance between giving your leads the autonomy to execute swiftly and maintaining tight cross-functional alignment across regions. Looking forward to discussing more on Thursday at 2 PM ET,let me know if there’s anything else you’d like covered! Best, J***

Hi P***, Great question. We typically empower our functional leads to approve spend commitments up to $300K per purchase or negotiation, provided it stays within the established program baseline. Any single spend item above $300K,or any cumulative deviation exceeding 10% of the overall program budget,requires escalation to the Director for review and sign-off. For larger strategic or multi-region contracts (generally above $500K), you’d also be looped in directly. We can certainly discuss tailoring these thresholds to fit specific program needs on Thursday. Looking forward to our conversation! Best regards, J***