Mohawk Industries Inc

Director Supply Chain

Mohawk Industries Inc • $110K — $130K *
Calhoun, GA 30701In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education/experience
  • 10+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management
  • 5+ years of management experience
  • Demonstrated strategic experience in demand and supply planning
  • Proficiency with ERP, MRP, WMS, and TMS systems
  • Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership for demand and supply planning functions
  • Manage inventory planning, control, and efficiency metrics
  • Build supplier partnerships to optimize costs and performance
  • Leverage technology to enhance operational efficiencies
  • Develop standard processes to reduce waste and enhance collaboration
  • Drive supply planning visibility across stakeholders
  • Promote a culture of accountability and teamwork within the planning team
  • Assess and mitigate risks in supply chain activities
  • Collaborate with product and sales teams for effective planning

Benefits

  • Opportunity to lead cross-functional initiatives
  • Access to professional development and mentoring
  • Promotes a culture of teamwork and accountability
  • Focus on continuous improvement and strategic growth initiatives
  • Involvement in innovative supply chain practices
Full Job Description
What we need:

The Director of Supply Chain will have end-to-end responsibility for the strategies, processes, and systems to create a best-in-class demand and supply planning function. This leader will collaborate with the analytical team to develop models and processes to improve purchase order creation, optimize inbound flow and better integrate with vendors, carriers, and distribution centers to drive improvements in inventory performance, inventory availability and service levels, ordering logic, and inbound flow optimization at an optimized supply chain costs for both Domestic and Import sourcing. In addition, this position is expected to play a key role in leading cross functional initiatives to capitalize on areas of growth and profit improvement opportunities and is expected to work collaboratively across the organization. This role involves strategic planning, team management, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality solutions that align with business goals and customer needs.

What you'll do:
  • Provide leadership for the demand and supply planning function - including the optimization and management of strategies, suppliers, facilities, processes, and personnel to deliver stellar customer service at lowest total system cost.
  • Manage inventory planning, inventory control and efficiency (turns, placement, investment), inventory flow, and related metrics. Maintain and optimize an enterprise inventory management system, driving visibility and improving performance across network. Partner with cross functional teams to enhance working capital positions, turns, accuracy, and Excess and Obsolete improvement.
  • Build partnerships and programs with suppliers to drive end-to-end cost and performance optimization. Identify and implement initiatives to innovate and collaborate with suppliers. Measure and drive compliance on key supplier performance like On Time and In Full (OTIF). Identify root causes of non-compliance and drive to efficient resolutions and improvement in supplier performance.
  • Leverage demand and supply planning, Inventory and transportation management systems to drive operational efficiencies Partner with analytical team and IT leadership to define ongoing technology needs to enhance capabilities across the replenishment, inventory management, and vendor performance functions and establish best practice process-enablement across the supply chain.
  • Deliver results through influence and communicating effectively with supplier and internal cross functional leadership. Support cross-functional team to eliminate silos that block collaboration and buy-in. Standardize processes to reduce waste and develop consistent work processes and standards for all key functions across the network. Build a culture of process improvement and high performance. Establish key performance indicators and baseline data as a basis to track process improvements.
  • Drive supply planning visibility across key stake holders (suppliers, logistics and distribution centers) and proactively plan and optimize the flow against any potential supply chain capacity constraints with the goal of driving Inventory availability and cost-effective movement of goods.
  • Promote a culture of accountability and teamwork across the planning team. Develop capabilities of the team through mentoring, training, and coaching. Develop working relationships with internal and external suppliers and customers and foster positive team relations.
  • Collaborate with product and sales team to drive product life cycle management to effectively plan for demand and supply for new product launches and effectively manage Inventory on exiting products
  • Assess and mitigate risks associated with supply chain activities, ensuring business continuity and compliance.
  • Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges and disruptions.
  • Monitor and report on key performance indicators related to planning function like forecast accuracy, Inventory productivity , supplier OTIF and supply chain costs.
  • Utilize data and analytics to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Finance, product and sales to align supply chain strategies with overall business objectives.
  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders to address supply chain needs.
  • Perform other duties as needed.


What you have:
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • 10+ years' relevant experience or equivalent education and/or experience.
  • 5+ years of management experience.


What you're good at:
  • Experience leading demand/supply planning, replenishment, and related function in a retail or consumer products supply chain of appropriate size, structure, and complexity;
  • Strategic experience building process and organizational capability on demand & supply planning / replenishment, inventory management and control, and supplier performance;
  • Track record of data-driven decision making, leveraging ERP, MRP, WMS, and TMS systems to drive performance improvements.
  • Developing proven team structure and processes that drive results.
  • Solid understanding of broader organization context and goals.
  • Able to delegate work effectively to team members; ensures tasks are completed without micromanaging.
  • Focused on and responsible for their team's productivity and collective impact.
  • Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.
  • Able to multitask, prioritize, delegate, and manage time effectively.
  • High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential people data.
  • Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.
  • High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.


What else?
  • This employee is responsible for direct reports.


About Mohawk Industries Inc

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone, luxury vinyl tile and sheet vinyl. Their industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate their brands in the marketplace and satisfy all flooring related remodeling and new construction requirements. Their brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Bigelow, Daltile, Durkan, Karastan, Kerama Marazzi, Lees, Marazzi, Mohawk, Pergo, Quick-Step and Unilin. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, China, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries Inc Careers

Join the vibrant team at Mohawk Industries Inc, a global leader in innovative flooring solutions, where your career growth is as important as the superior products we deliver. At Mohawk, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional development and personal growth within a culture that values diversity, innovation, and leadership.

Explore a World of Opportunities

At Mohawk Industries Inc, we are constantly expanding our horizons, seeking skilled, curious, and passionate team players ready to lead in the flooring industry. With a variety of positions available, from manufacturing to marketing, Mohawk offers a unique chance to develop your career in numerous directions.

Internship Programs

Kickstart your career with Mohawk’s dynamic internship programs. These opportunities are designed to give you hands-on experience, allowing you to apply your academic knowledge in real-world scenarios, enhance your skills, and build your professional network. Internships at Mohawk are the stepping stones to full-time employment and offer a deep insight into our company culture and operations.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Diversity is at the core of our hiring philosophy. Mohawk Industries Inc believes that a diverse workforce fosters innovation and creativity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Our diversity training ensures that everyone, from leadership to new hires, understands and appreciates the value of a diverse team.

Benefits and Growth

Choosing a career at Mohawk Industries Inc means you are opting for a path filled with rewarding benefits and opportunities for growth. We support our employees with competitive benefits packages, leadership training programs, and promotion from within policies that help you reach your potential. Our commitment to your growth is paralleled by our dedication to innovation in the flooring industry.

Join Our Team

Are you ready to advance your career at Mohawk Industries Inc? Explore the job opportunities and open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for individuals who are driven, creative, and ready to contribute to our team’s success. Apply today, and let Mohawk help you achieve your professional goals.

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Networking and Professional Development

At Mohawk, we understand the importance of networking and continuous professional development. Our employees enjoy access to industry events, training sessions, and seminars that enhance their job skills and career prospects.

Career Opportunities Await

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Apply Now

Don’t miss out on the chance to be part of a leading team. Check out the latest job openings at Mohawk Industries Inc and submit your application today. Join us in shaping the future of flooring through innovation, diversity, and leadership. Your future at Mohawk Industries Inc starts here!
Learn more about Mohawk Industries Inc
Size
43,000 employees
Market Cap
$6.1 billion
Industry
Retail & Consumer Goods
Net Income
$515.6 million
Founded
1878
5 Year Trend
+4.6%
Revenue
$9.5 billion
NASDAQ
MHK
* Ladders Estimates

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