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Director, Center for Supply Chain Innovation
Auburn University


Date Posted Apr. 16, 2025
Title Director, Center for Supply Chain Innovation
University Auburn University
Auburn, AL, United States
Department Supply Chain Management
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Director/Manager
  • Logistics/Supply Chain Management
 
 

Job Summary

Position: The Department of Supply Chain Management (SCM) in the Harbert College of Business at Auburn University invites applications for a Director of the Center for Supply Chain Innovation (CSCI). This position will be a 12-month, non-tenure track and non-tenure eligible position within the Department of Supply Chain Management beginning in Spring 2025.

The Harbert College’s Center for Supply Chain Innovation (CSCI) is dedicated to producing highly- successful graduates and generating knowledge that drives diverse supply chain thought and sustainable business practice. The CSCI’s vision is to be a critical component of Auburn University’s Department of Supply Chain Management and help elevate the academic programs of the department to become among the elite supply chain programs offered at public universities in the United States.

Auburn University is an EEO/Vet/Disability employer.

Essential Functions

Duties and Responsibilities:
    1. Recruit and retain CSCI sponsors.
    2. Secure sponsorship for current and future CSCI events and programming.
    3. Plan and execute existing annual CSCI events such as the Sponsor’s Forum and FUSION supply chain symposium.
    4. Develop, plan and execute new CSCI initiatives complementary to the mission of the center.
    5. Collaborate with the Director of Recruiting and Outreach to develop and expand industry connections and secure sponsors to support CSCI research, professional development, training, certificate development, and educational initiatives.
    6. Lead efforts to expand the network of companies engaging with the CSCI and SCM department.
    7. Promote SCM department capabilities and CSCI events and initiatives to existing and potential CSCI sponsors.
    8. Supervise the Assistant Director of Project Development.
    9. Work with the Academic Programs Administrator on event planning and promotion.
    10. Assist the Executive Director in shaping, articulating and implementing a CSCI strategy and serve in a leadership role for development and fundraising activities by building engagement opportunities with members of the professional practitioner / external stakeholder community.

 

Students in Auburn University’s SCM program enjoy access to world-class facilities, including Lowder Hall, Horton-Hardgrave Hall, and the RFID Lab. The CSCI creates a fertile research environment in which scholars, students, and external partners collaborate to advance knowledge, drive thought leadership, and create practical solutions for supply chain stakeholder communities.

Why Work at Auburn?

    • Life-Changing Impact: Our work changes lives through research, instruction, and outreach, making a lasting impact on our students, our communities, and the world.
    • Culture of Excellence: We are committed to leveraging our strengths, resources, collaboration, and innovation as a top employer in higher education.
    • We’re Here for You: Auburn offers generous benefits, educational opportunities, and a culture of support and work/life balance.
    • Sweet Home Alabama: The Auburn/Opelika area offers southern charm, vibrant downtown scenes, top-ranked schools, and easy access to Atlanta, Birmingham, and the Gulf of Mexico beaches.
    • A Place for Everyone: Auburn is committed to fostering an environment where all faculty, staff, and students are welcomed, valued, respected, and engaged.
 
Ready to lead and shape the future of higher education? Apply today! War Eagle!

 
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