Full Job Description
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for ensuring ~$50M to $150M of materials are identified, specified, received, inspected, stored, and issued to support regional warehousing needs for demand and supply of services. The leader will support 1,000 to 3,000 business unit headcount and interfaces with managers, directors and vice presidents across RRE, Solar, Distribution, Outdoor Lighting, Transmission, Telecom, Natural Gas to maintain good working relationships and identify areas of opportunity. The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for consistently implementing the Supply Chain strategy to streamline operations and focus on operational excellence in terms of safety and performance. Directly manages the tasks and performance along with people leaders of a zone or distribution center. This individual will be responsible for providing leadership and guidance associated with the storage, issue, physical inventory, maintenance, shipping/receiving and resource coverage of assigned zone or Distribution Center. General responsibilities:
37Promotes safety within supply chain organization in support of Company goals37Utilize Human Performance tools and the Corrective Action Process37Assures internal and external business partner in accordance with the Service Level Agreements.37Provides leadership and support of the corporate and departmental strategic plans37Career development of warehousing teammates through training and effective evaluations37Assure proper staffing levels and coverage are provided at Distribution Centers and zones37Compliance to all Codes, Standards, Regulatory Guides and Procedures37Manage a team of material handlers to support multiple Distribution & Transmission operation centers, Power Plants, Solar Farms, material laydown yards operated by Duke or by 3rd parties, outdoor yards and other sites used for material management by Duke Operational Business Units37Collaborate and develop relationships with Business Unit leaders at the Manager, Director, & Vice President levels to integrate business strategies, work schedules, material prioritization and resource allocation37Develop, coach, and oversee personnel performance37Ensure full compliance with all OSHA and Duke Safety regulations, environmental rules, and Operational Excellence model37Work with Supply Chain & Business Partner planning and inventory areas to proactively manage demand for warehousing services, resources required, inventory optimization, storm preparation and coordination with other operational teams37Develop and track operational performance metrics that connect to business strategies and priorities with corporate and front-line operational goals and tasks37Work with labor relations, HR, and Unions to comply with Union contractual obligations and resolve or escalate disputes37Ability to support efficient, safe, and reliable warehouse operations and support of multiple business units within an assigned territory or zone.37Manage a team of 10-25 craft and professional employees37Advanced skillsets that allow for the management of multiple tasks, including field work, data analytics and reporting37Excellent verbal and written communication skills to explain, summarize and present complex challenges and opportunities to both operational and non-operational audiences
Responsibilities
37Directs the cost-effective and quality management of materials, equipment, and spare parts to support the operations and activities of Site and Zone objectives37Establishes and monitors short- and long-range goals and objectives for the Site and zone Supply Chain Warehouse Organization37Establish objectives that align back to organizational goals and SLA requirements37Works actively with other sites and zones and enterprise organization to ensure site and zone material needs are being met37Provides guidance and support to subordinates in the accomplishment of their responsibilities37Maintains effective and well-qualified warehouse, receiving and inspection teams through training, industry involvement and mentoring37Establishes and is accountable for section budget37Maintains a productive and motivated staff through effective human resources management and the implementation of appropriate personnel policy37Promotes a common direction on warehouse and receiving activities through establishment of a clear vision and appropriate goals and measures consistent with Supply Chain vision and goals37Oversees and monitors performance management and salary administration to ensure consistency and equity37Developing and providing developmental opportunities for staff that grows their skills across Supply Chain Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with internal customers and external personnel37Interfaces with customer departments regarding Supply Chain activities and issues37As applicable, attends site and zone daily, outage, and planning meetings to maintain interface with customers, determine their materials needs and to resolve site and zone related issues37Interfaces regularly with SC enterprise management to promote effective relations and resolve material and scheduling problems37Intervenes when problems have the potential to significantly affect customer and/or supplier relations Effectively directs receiving, shipping and inspection areas for consistent operation within directives, regulations, and license commitments37Maintains clear focus on compliance with Supply Chain and Business Unit Service-Level Agreements (SLA)37Maintains clear focus on compliance with environmental and DOT regulations in the shipping and receiving areas37Ensures workers have access to appropriate tools and information to perform jobs safely and within guidelines37Ensures resources are scheduled to support site and zone needs37Effectively directs warehousing area for consistent operation within directives, regulations, and operational commitments to meet customer needs37Promotes departmental resources (materials and personnel) sharing in support of SC needs37Maintains focus on meeting customer needs at all sites and zones for materials requests37Leads or promotes departmental warehousing initiatives from continuous improvement and agile framework37Manages the site or zone receipts process for all materials and ensures that material meet Purchase Order specifications. Check materials for physical damage, quantity, documentation, chemical labeling and authorize invoice payment.37Assures all chemical related materials are stored in accordance with all applicable procedures and guidelines.37Assures that materials are maintained and stored in a manner that assures all applicable controls and traceability is maintained37Assures issues and returns of materials are in accordance with all applicable supply chain procedures37Perform routine warehouse inspection to assure materials are adequately stored and are following procedure.37Perform preventative maintenance check as required on all material handling equipment to assure they are in safe operating condition.37Provide feedback and input on warehousing directives that should be updated or deleted as needed to assure they are kept current37Performs safety observations and promotes a culture of safety
Required/Basic Qualifications
37Bachelors degree in Other Related Degree374 years related work experience37In lieu of Bachelors degree(s) AND 4 year(s) related work experience listed above, High School/GED AND 10 year(s) related work experience
Desired Qualifications
37Education:
37Bachelor's degree in one of the following: Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Technology and Analytics37ISM, APICS, PPIX, CPIM or other Supply Chain Certifications37PM/PO Agile Safe Certification37Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
37Leadership:
37Ability to motivate team members at multiple levels of the organization and lead others through change37Ability to work in a self-directed manner and lead others, virtually or in person, to achieve high-quality and high-quantity results37Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, the ability to work collaboratively across organizations.37Ability to influence and negotiate effectively; Highly developed written and verbal communication skills to express ideas and influence a wide audience.37Highly developed leadership, team development, technical, and project management skills directly related to warehouse and Supply Chain operations.37Ability to prepare and effectively present concepts one-on-one and in group settings.37The ability to work with abstract ideas and incomplete data to develop coherent plans and programs.
37Working Experience:
37At least 8 years related work experience37Understanding of budgeting and goal setting practices and the ability to manage departmental budgets to achieve financial and operational goals37Analytical skills and ability to identify issues and propose thoughtful, innovative solutions37The individual must balance Supply Chain, financial, legal, and regulatory factors to develop and manage plans and programs.37Knowledge of Environmental and Health & Safety (i.e. Environmental Checklists)
Working Conditions
37Field Mobility Classification - Work will be performed in various field locations, as needed, after the onboarding period. However, field employees are required to live within a reasonable daily commute to their assigned work location.37Onsite at Distribution Center, Operation Centers and Generating Station.37Working in warehouse and receiving environments (indoors and outdoors)37Normal office environment with occasional travel to other sites, supplier facilities and industry meetings.
Additional Locations
Apalachicola, Carrabelle, Chiefland, Clearwater, Crawfordville, Crystal River, Fort White, Gainesville, High Springs, Holiday, Jasper, Lake Wales, Land O Lakes, Largo, Live Oak, Madison, Monticello, New Port Richey, O'Brien, Odessa, Oldsmar, Panama City, Perry, Plant City, Port St. Joe, St. Petersburg, Trenton, Winter Park, Zephyrhills
Specific Requirements
37Valid driver's license37Education:
37Bachelor's degree and 6 years' related work experience37Associate's degree and 8 years' related work experience37In lieu of Bachelors/Associate degree, High School/GED AND 10 year(s) related work experience
37Working Experience:
37Broad knowledge of warehouse management, inventory management, standards and equipment and associated safety policies, practices, and procedures37Prior leadership experience in an operational role37Knowledge of distribution systems, standards, and equipment37Working knowledge of applicable safe work practices and standards
Travel Requirements
15-25%
Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)
No
Represented/Union Position
No
Visa Sponsored Position
No. This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.
Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.