PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The purpose of the Sr Manager Supply Chain is to manage all activities related to the planning in support of FMCNA equipment and spares. This role is responsible for implementing and maintaining policies and systems that optimize, plan, execute, and monitor supply chain processes and transactions. The position has a major operational and financial impact on the overall performance given its scope and influence with other North America Supply Chain departments, FMC business stakeholders, and external business partners.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:- Lead the monthly S&OP process for machines
- Design and implement safety stock and DIOH targets for machines and spares
- Lead planning for spares and ancillary products
- Manage Stock Transfer Order (STO) activities for machines and spares
- Drive initiatives to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance service levels by monitoring processes using data-driven performance metrics.
- Deliver key metrics (ex: inventory DIOH targets, fill rate) and performance indicators utilized to drive and sustain the business.
- Support the development of an integrated supply chain strategy through full implementation of SAP and, or IFS and SAP IBP technology
- Develop high performing teams with a focus on trust, collaboration, communication, and accountability.
- Implement continuous improvement activities that will ensure efficient operations providing an enhanced customer experience.
- Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability.
- Identify and mitigate risks within the supply chain to ensure continuity and compliance with relevant laws and standards, including health, safety, environmental regulations, and licensing requirements.
- Conduct performance evaluations, provide feedback, and implement improvement plans to ensure team effectiveness.
- Provide senior management, at a minimum, monthly high-level updates on all projects and programs.
- Provide training and mentoring to team members to strengthen their contribution to the overall group, which will provide a path for their personal advancement.
- Utilize the various available in-house software to achieve maximum efficiency and accuracy. Requesting modifications whenever necessary.
- Serve as a conduit for all information to superiors and team members who require updates.
- Manage the tactical execution of short- and long-term objectives through the coordination of activities with a direct responsibility for results, including costs, methods, and staffing.
- Recommend and implement strategic initiatives to achieve all appropriate supply chain, division, and corporate goals and objectives.
- Interpret company-wide policies and procedures, involved in the development, modification and execution of company policies that affect immediate operations with potential company-wide effect. Implements strategic policies when selecting methods, techniques, and evaluation criteria for obtaining results.
- Monitor relevant budgets and report on any variances while providing sources of the variances, and corrective actions, if required.
- Operate within an established OPEX budget. Generally, manage department budget and day-to-day functions. Develop budgets, schedules, and performance standards. Exercise supervision in terms of costs, methods, and staffing.
- Interact frequently with internal departments and external customers/vendors, particularly in problem resolution.
- Responsible for hiring, coaching, and counseling employees, including performance reviews, disciplinary action, and terminations.
- Provide leadership, coaching, and development plans for all direct reports to maintain an engaged and productive workforce, partnering with Human Resources on employee matters.
- Review and comply with the Code of Business Conduct and all applicable company policies and procedures, local, state and federal laws and regulations.
- Assist with various projects as assigned by direct supervisor.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional responsibilities may include focus on one or more departments or locations. See applicable addendum for department or location specific functions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:SUPERVISION: - Responsible for the direct and indirect supervision of various levels of staff
EDUCATION:- High School Diploma required, Bachelor's or Advanced degree preferred - and/or relevant years of work experience.
EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: - Demonstrated ability to manage one or more departments.
- Minimum 5-7 years of experience at a supervisor level.
- Strong organizational and interpersonal skills required.
- Ability to effectively lead and guide a team of leaders.
- Strong performance management and talent development background.
- Previous experience with operating a budget.
- Budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis experience.
- Project management experience.
- Fleet management/routing experience.
- Strong working knowledge of quality systems, DOT regulations, health and safety practices.
- Experience with SAP ERP system a must. Experience with SAP IBP and IFS ERP good to have.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
- Experience with Database Management Software a plus.
Benefit Overview: This position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental leave and potential for performance-based bonuses depending on company and individual performance."
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