Director, Supply Chain - Inventory Control

HD Supply • Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

Job Summary Responsible for leading cross-functional teams in development and implementation of supply chain initiatives to drive operating leverage and cash conversion. Align project work with overall business and enterprise objectives. Design and execute strategies and plans to meet short-term and long-term supply chain development/management requirements. Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities Develops and communicates a comprehensive vision for supply chain in line with global and regional strategic objectives and policies. Provides leadership for overall operational strategy program. Leads cross-functional teams in the analysis and corrective action to drive operating leverage and cash conversion. Drives initiative execution focus in critical areas including inventory, import logistics, transportation, warehouse operations and delivery management. Articulates business case for change, and proactively identifies, communicates, and resolves barriers preventing flawless and seamless execution. Oversees the evaluation of suppliers on best value, including service and methods, to improve field productivity and price. Leads change management efforts to ensure seamless, flawless supply chain execution and engages support from senior leadership and field teams. Partners with the business to develop detailed, comprehensive supply chain execution strategies and plans. Nature and Scope Problems are typically defined by higher level leadership. Problems are difficult. Solutions require analysis and investigation. Decides how to achieve planned results within an organization's plans, policies, and guidelines. May set or change plans/goals within respective department or area. May manage department via multiple layers of managers OR directly supervise a staff of professional individual contributors at the senior or technical advisor level. Work Environment Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable. Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles. Typically requires overnight travel 20% to 50% of the time. Education and Experience Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 9+ years of experience in a related field, including several years in a management/supervisory capacity. Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people. Equal Employment Opportunity HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. At HD Supply, we believe that our core purpose is to improve our associates’ lives and equip them with the tools needed to provide exceptional customer experiences every day. As one of the largest industrial distributors in North America, we enable our customers’ success by consistently delivering what they need, where and when they need it. HD SUPPLY has more than 80 years of experience supporting our customers with leadership positions in the maintenance, repair and operations (MRO). With 44 distribution centers spread across 25 states and two Canadian provinces, HD Supply provides an expansive offering of approximately 200,000 SKUs featuring high-quality, name-brand and proprietary products – all at competitive prices. Combine this with our industry-leading, value-add services – including localized jobsite delivery, will-call and direct-ship options, diversified logistics and innovative solutions – and you can see why our more than 300,000 customers continue to trust HD Supply as their first choice supplier for getting the job done.

Requirements

• Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline.
• Generally 9+ years of experience in a related field, including several years in a management/supervisory capacity.

Responsibilities

• Develops and communicates a comprehensive vision for supply chain in line with global and regional strategic objectives and policies.
• Provides leadership for overall operational strategy program.
• Leads cross-functional teams in the analysis and corrective action to drive operating leverage and cash conversion.
• Drives initiative execution focus in critical areas including inventory, import logistics, transportation, warehouse operations and delivery management.
• Articulates business case for change, and proactively identifies, communicates, and resolves barriers preventing flawless and seamless execution.
• Oversees the evaluation of suppliers on best value, including service and methods, to improve field productivity and price.
• Leads change management efforts to ensure seamless, flawless supply chain execution and engages support from senior leadership and field teams.
• Partners with the business to develop detailed, comprehensive supply chain execution strategies and plans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director