Plant Supply Chain Manager (m/f/d)

Nordex SE•West Branch, IA

66d

About The Position

The role of Supply Chain Plant Manager directly supports the company's mission to develop and deliver clean power plants that make 100% renewable energy a reality for the world. As the Supply Chain Plant Manager, you will be working together as part of the Manufacturing Supply Chain team, reporting to the Plant Manager, the Supply Chain Plant Manager is responsible for the entire lifecycle of components-from overseas sourcing to arrival at the plant and integration into production. The Supply Chain Plant Manager manages the entire range of supply chain functions, including local material management, logistics platform, plant warehouse, and production planning & control. The Supply Chain Plant Manager will collaborate with global stakeholders and manage international supply chains to guarantee supplies from overseas and maintain reliable material inventories, ensuring efficient supply and logistics operations and thereby optimizing the plant's supply chain for maximum efficiency and effectiveness.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in an international Supply Chain position
Bachelor's degree Preferred in Supply Chain Management, Business, or Engineering (or advanced education such as an MBA or APICS certification)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in ERP systems (Preferably SAP).
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
Flexibility to adapt to complex situations.
Ability to travel domestic and international locations to project sites and on business as required with the ability to obtain a passport.
Driving is an essential function of the job. Must possess a full valid driver's license and be insurable under our auto insurance policy. This position will be subject to periodic driver's abstract checks to confirm continued insurability.
Demonstrate a strong understanding of and commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
Proactively identify and mitigate potential safety hazards.
Properly use applicable safety equipment, including but not limited to eye protection, hearing protectors, steel-toe boots, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted.
Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure a safe working environment.
Speak and understand English fluently to effectively communicate safety and job-related information, follow safety instructions, and collaborate with English-speaking supervisors and team members.

Responsibilities

Lead, analyze, and coordinate production planning, material management, plant warehouse and logistics platform areas, ensuring departmental KPIs are consistently achieved
Manage and organize supply and logistics work for materials and finished goods until storage area.
Manage resources, including staff and equipment, to support plant warehouse and logistic platform activities within a given budget.
Plan and coordinate demand, including the launch of delivery schedules to suppliers, inventory, and production planning, to ensure reliable material availability, mitigate potential shortages, and maintain a consistent material flow.
Oversee warehousing, distribution, and transportation to execute inbound logistics tasks.
Coordinate with other departments and areas to guarantee supplies on time and in full and operational alignment to ensure the proper delivery of finished goods.
Ensure adherence to efficient processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives to avoid any sustainably inefficiencies.
Implement and maintain standards and ensure compliance with HSE guidelines within the team.