Director, Supply Chain

Who we are:

We are on a mission to become a leading supplier of critical materials that enable the green energy and technology revolution. Our materials and technologies are required for the electric vehicle, green energy, consumer electronics, and defense industries, and our battery grade lithium and tech metals are needed for chipsets, semiconductors, and 5G.

We have a substantial interest in the Round Top, Heavy Rare Earth, Lithium and Critical Minerals deposit in West Texas. We have also developed the United States’ first rare earth and critical minerals processing facility and we own the only scalable, sintered neo-magnet manufacturing system in the Western Hemisphere. By developing this fully integrated, US-based “mine-to-magnet” critical mineral supply chain, we are poised to become the leading domestic supplier to these industries.

What you can expect:

At USA Rare Earth, we are pioneers and problem solvers, technologists and team players. Together, we:

Build Solutions: If our task was a simple one, it would already be done. We are creative and solution-oriented, and we think outside the box to solve important problems. We know that a range of expertise and technologies is needed for success, and we work across sectors and alongside customers to deliver world-class solutions in sustainable ways.

Deliver Quality: When we do things, we do them well. We believe that top-tier quality leads to industry competitiveness and we hold ourselves to the highest quality standards. We move fast when executing, but safety, quality, and excellence always come first.

Lead responsibly: We have a responsibility to the planet, our consumers, our country, and each other. We put safety at the center of all we do, take accountability for our actions, incorporate sustainable practices in our processes and act with the financial best interest of our investors and consumers in mind.

Win Together: Establishing a rare earth magnet supply chain is a big undertaking – and getting there is a team effort. We communicate openly, work together and challenge each other in pursuit of our goals. With every step we take we learn and get better.

Position Overview The Director, Supply Chain is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the company’s end-to-end supply chain operations across procurement, sourcing, planning, inventory management, logistics, warehousing, and distribution. Reporting to executive leadership, this role partners closely with Sales, Operations, Commercial Planning, Finance, and Manufacturing teams to align supply chain strategies with business objectives, customer demand, and operational capacity.

This leader will drive cross-functional collaboration through the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, support commercial growth initiatives, and ensure ERP systems are effectively leveraged to improve visibility, forecasting accuracy, inventory optimization, and operational execution. The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for building scalable processes, improving service levels, reducing costs, mitigating supply risk, and leading continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Operational Management & Execution

• Lead day-to-day supply chain operations including procurement, production planning, inventory management, warehousing, transportation, and logistics.
• Translate executive supply chain strategy into tactical execution plans, measurable objectives, and operational priorities.
• Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and performance standards that improve efficiency, consistency, and compliance.
• Establish, monitor, and report key performance indicators (KPIs) related to inventory, service levels, supplier performance, logistics, and operational efficiency.
• Provide leadership with insights and recommendations related to supply chain performance, market conditions, risk mitigation, and operational opportunities.
• Partner closely with Operations, Manufacturing, and Commercial teams to ensure alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and supply availability.
• Drive ERP system optimization and cross-functional process integration to improve planning accuracy, inventory visibility, reporting capabilities, and operational decision-making.
• Collaborate with IT, Finance, Sales, and Operations teams to maximize ERP, MRP, and WMS system functionality and data integrity.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Commercial Planning

• Lead and facilitate the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process in collaboration with Sales, Commercial Planning, Finance, Manufacturing, and Operation