Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or Operations Management; MBA preferred
12 years of progressive supply chain management experience in a manufacturing setting, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role
Demonstrated ability to develop a future vision and business plans while achieving corporate goals
Experience in product sourcing and contract manufacturing
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and experience with lean and six sigma methodologies
Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Sr. Director to establish supply chain goals and objectives for the organization
Build and lead a global supply chain team within a matrix structure to promote best practices and customer-focused flexibility
Manage the supply chain budget and oversee key performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
Implement strategies to minimize working capital and enhance cash flow through effective sourcing
Direct global sourcing initiatives, including contract negotiations and agreements with vendors
Align internal stakeholders on demand planning and inventory management to ensure quality and delivery
Drive a strategic cost reduction program in collaboration with internal teams
Benefits
Onsite work environment
Full-time employment status
Collaborative corporate culture
Opportunity to lead impactful global supply chain initiatives
Career development and training programs available
Full Job Description
Location: Onsite
Status Type: Full Time
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain or Operations Management, MBA preferred
12 years progressive experience managing and directing a supply chain organization for a manufacturing company with multiple sites; minimum 5-years in a senior leadership role
Proven record of accomplishment in supply chain with demonstrated ability to articulate a future vision, business plan and profitability while meeting and/or exceeding corporate goals
Experience with product sourcing and contract manufacturing
Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with a proven track record of applying lean and six sigma tools
Skills & Competencies:
Strong management skills including the ability to make decisions with minimal supervision, goal setting, delegation, coaching, and motivating
Strong leadership skills
Advanced written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and planning abilities
Negotiating, scheduling, controlling and presentation skills
Ability to work under pressure and rapidly changing priorities
Project and program management skills
Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and budgeting processes
Advanced knowledge of SAP systems and their use in business planning and execution
Thorough understanding of manufacturing, business, inventory control, and budgeting processes
Flexible, open minded, and able to think creatively to solve complex operational issues while maintaining open communications and a cooperative work environment
Physical Requirements:
Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision
Moderate noise ( i.e.: computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment
RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with the Sr. Director of Operations and the other PD&O members, establish operations and supply chain goals, purchasing strategy, and annual objectives to drive business growth and supply chain and operations effectiveness
Establishes a global supply chain team within a matrix organization structure that leverages the scale of the organization by employing best practices and standardization while allowing the local flexibility needed to best serve our customers
Oversee the supply chain budget and operating performance, along with key service, quality and cost metrics and focus on continuous improvement programs
Drives supply chain practices and activities that minimize working capital and maximize cash flow which includes component purchasing and costing
Directs global sourcing efforts including sourcing strategy, tactics and oversight of negotiations for sourcing agreements and contracts with contract manufacturer, direct material, MRO, and logistics providers
Collaborate with internal business partners to ensure alignment on demand/build planning, manufacturing plans, new product introductions, supplier performance and other supply chain opportunities to meet all quality and delivery requirements
Coordinate with the PD&O team to establish a strategic cost reduction strategy and process
Oversee the forward-looking plan for inventory and production planning and react to issues such as price increases, changes in customer contracts, new product launches, and new business development
Work to maintain contracts (Manufacturing Service Agreements) for all suppliers to mitigate risk to business operations
Creates and implements supply chain team human resource strategies by determining accountabilities; communicating and enforcing values, polices, and procedures; implementing recruitment, selection, orientation, training, coaching, counseling, disciplinary, and communication programs; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation strategies
Responsible for managing inventory levels at all Enable Injections locations
Develops and maintains integrated materials, production, and inventory stock keeping programs
Directs the development of production schedules in terms of master schedules and materials requirements planning through SAP
Defines operation and supply chain business systems needs and prioritizes the development and utilization of SAP MRP systems and software applications
Develops and administers integrated logistics strategies, including supply chain activities, from point of manufacture through information management support, deployment freight, warehousing, customer freight, shipping, order management, and customer warehousing (consignments)
Ensures import/export compliance to maintain safe and legal transport related to all goods and facilities, as well as the proper and appropriate use of tariff codes
Oversees and sets strategy for traffic administration, including carrier selection, performance measurement, training, and cost containment for the company and its distribution
Ensures the execution and continuous improvement of standard logistics processes, such as the replenishment system, data interchange systems, electronic data systems administration and related functions. Experienced in implementing VMI solutions
Establish methods in metrics to measure productivity and efficiency of distribution network
Establishes priorities and manages day-to-day activities of the department. Manages a group of specialized professionals. Maintains productive working environment. Establishes work priorities. Manages employee performance. Facilitates employee training and development efforts
Directs major process improvement projects that impact improved material forecasting, flow and management
Maintains close working relationships with operational staff members as well as alliance management & marketing personnel, supplier relationships, especially for new product planning and launches
Responsible for development and flow down of performance and compensation reviews, recruitment and hiring, and employee development and training
Actively supports SCAR and drives the quality systems as well as certifications as required
Complexity of Duties:
Strategic planning balanced with tactical execution of the work
Performs work in a global context with direct and indirect reports. Ability to influence without direct authority utilizing common objectives and goals to align teams and drive outcomes
Ability to work across global locations and cultures. Influences a common company culture and "way of working" while respecting local culture differences, environments and regulations
Considers both internal and external influences to form strategic approach and plans
Contacts are frequent with equivalent level inter-organizational managers, field sales managers and customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements or contractual clarifications
Requires a working knowledge of financial and operational systems
