Supply Base Manager

Vast Data • Chandler, AZ

136d • Hybrid

About The Position

VAST Data is looking for a Supply Base Manager to join our growing team! This is a great opportunity to be part of the fast-growing infrastructure company in history. In just a few short years, we've shaken up the industry by challenging traditional architecture models and introduced a revolutionary set of storage possibilities through our Universal Storage platform. Our success has been built through incredible leadership and motivated employees who want to leverage their skills & experiences to make a real impact. This is an opportunity to be a key player at a pivotal time in our company's growth. Come join the disruption, make your mark, and be a part of the amazing team introducing the new era of data storage!

Requirements

• BS/BA in Business Administration, Operations/Production Management, Supply Chain Management or related field of Study.
• 10-15 years of extensive experience in successfully managing Contract Manufacturers, with a deep understanding of supply chain processes and best practices.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills, with a process-oriented mindset that ensures accuracy and efficiency.
• Possesses a start-up attitude, thriving in a dynamic and unstructured environment by readily adapting and taking on various responsibilities.
• Demonstrated ability to excel in a fast-paced startup setting with minimal supervision, consistently delivering results under tight deadlines.
• Strong passion for innovation, consistently seeking and implementing fresh ideas to enhance operational processes and positively impact various departments.
• Highly self-motivated, thriving in a fast-paced environment and proactively taking ownership of tasks and projects.
• Exceptional organizational skills, capable of coordinating and advancing multiple project timelines simultaneously while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.
• Excellent analytical and decision-making abilities, adept at utilizing data-driven insights to make informed decisions that drive business success.
• Outstanding communication skills, capable of effectively conveying information in a multi-language and multi-cultural environment, fostering collaboration and understanding.
• Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally, approximately 10-20% of the time, to effectively engage with contract manufacturers and support global supply chain operations.

Responsibilities

• Primary point of contact and manages the relationship with Contract Manufacturer/ Hardware Suppliers and align with our organizations needs and requirements.
• Establish and maintain robust relationships with CMs, fostering clear communication and alignment on production goals, quality standards and contractual obligations.
• Effectively manage all aspects of production readiness for new product launches with CMs, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, VAST Internal, and CMs to ensure meticulous coordination and execution that aligns with Go To Market needs.
• Evaluate CM performance using predefined metrics, encompassing quality, delivery, and cost efficiencies.
• Conduct regular performance reviews with CMs and actively drive performance improvement initiatives to enhance overall operational effectiveness.
• Lead and champion continuous improvement initiatives within the CM supply chain, with a specific focus on driving cost reduction, process optimization, and supply chain resilience.
• Implement industry best practices, lean methodologies, and process automation to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.
• Skillfully manage contract negotiations, renewals, and amendments to secure favorable terms and conditions that align with organizational objectives.
• Evaluate quarterly the available capacity of CMs.
• Collaborate with CMs and internal stakeholders to ensure optimal production capacity planning and allocation.
• Analyze demand forecasts, production requirements, and CM capacities to optimize the allocation of production volumes.
• Coordinate closely with CMs to adjust production schedules and capacities as needed to meet changing demands.
• Manage CM build plan to meet demand requirements against Engineering, Customer orders and Finished Goods level, ensuring we ship on time against customer request date and within lead time.
• Monitor and track monthly CM's fee and manage through Month/Quarter End Close cadences.
• Manage POC Refurbishment.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Publishing Industries
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees