Supv Field Operations

Consumers Energy•MULTIPLE LOCATIONS, MI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, serving 6.8 million residents across the state’s 68 Lower Peninsula counties. The company is committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy around the clock. The Supervisor Field Operations leads a 24/7 operational team of Union and/or Non-Exempt employees supporting supply chain operations across multiple locations. The position oversees warehouse operations, materials management, inventory control, logistics, and distribution, and is accountable for team performance, safety, customer service, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Through servant leadership, Lean principles, and waste elimination practices, the supervisor fosters trust, accountability, safety, and diversity of thought while ensuring inventory accuracy, material availability, efficient warehouse operations, and coordination with Supply Chain, Procurement, suppliers, and business partners. The posting is being used to fill five positions. Candidates may be based at service centers in the Traverse City or Cadillac, Midland or Bay City, Kalamazoo or Battle Creek, Grand Rapids, or Jackson territories. Candidates in other areas may be considered if they can effectively support the assigned territory. The selected candidate must be within commuting distance of the assigned service center or willing to relocate; a relocation package is available to those who qualify. This position is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship, including H-1B or TN, and cannot employ candidates using CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT. Consumers Energy describes a culture supporting career development, growth, stability, inclusion, and employee empowerment. The company’s purpose is world-class performance delivering hometown service.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management or a related field and at least two years of relevant experience; or an associate degree and at least four years of relevant experience; or a high school diploma/GED and at least six years of relevant experience.
Knowledge of leadership, materials management and inventory control, supply chain operations, warehouse and logistics operations, procurement and supplier relationship management, Lean/continuous improvement, SAP and supply chain processes, inventory planning and forecasting, change management, operational excellence, project and resource planning, contract and vendor management, budget and cost management, labor relations and workforce leadership, and relationship building.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to plan and delegate work effectively.
Ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize multiple workstreams.
Microsoft Excel and data analytics skills.
Must be within commuting distance of the assigned service center or willing to relocate.
Must not require current or future work-visa immigration sponsorship; CPT, OPT, and STEM OPT employment is not eligible for this position.

Responsibilities

Lead and develop Union and Non-Union employees responsible for fleet, facilities, supply chain, warehouse, logistics, and materials management operations across multiple locations.
Oversee daily operational activities to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient service delivery.
Ensure compliance with HR-related requirements, including training, licensing, CDL compliance, forklift certification, OSHA requirements, attendance management, and medical qualifications.
Ensure inventory transactions, material movements, and warehouse processes are accurately documented and maintained to support SOX compliance, financial controls, and inventory accuracy.
Lead warehouse, storeroom, and materials distribution operations, including receiving, storage, staging, shipping, delivery coordination, and inventory management.
Oversee ordering, scheduling, delivery, allocation, and management of materials needed for operational work and capital projects.
Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, suppliers, Engineering, and business partners on inventory management, procurement, forecasting, and operational planning.
Monitor inventory availability and material status, coordinating material allocation and reallocation as business priorities change.
Escalate critical material shortages, long lead-time constraints, and special material requirements to prevent impacts to customer commitments and project schedules.
Support procurement activities through vendor engagement, contract compliance, supplier performance management, and participation in sourcing initiatives, RFPs, and RFIs.
Provide project updates, operational performance metrics, and risk assessments to stakeholders, managers, and senior leadership.
Participate in Daily Operating Reviews, T-minus planning meetings, continuous improvement events, and business performance reviews.
Identify and execute opportunities for cost reduction, waste elimination, process standardization, and operational efficiency improvements.
Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers, ensuring adherence to contractual requirements and operational expectations.
Oversee inventory optimization, including cycle count performance, materials forecasting, inventory accuracy, and warehouse utilization.
Drive Lean initiatives through problem solving, go-sees, root cause analysis, visual management, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Plan, organize, and control resources and processes to achieve operational objectives while maintaining safety, quality, schedule, and budget expectations.
Lead labor relations activities, including contract administration, grievance handling, workforce planning, and maintaining positive relationships with represented employees and labor organizations.
Develop employee capabilities through coaching, performance management, workforce planning, succession planning, and employee development activities.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators for safety, customer service, inventory accuracy, logistics performance, productivity, quality, and cost management.
Provide technical guidance, operational leadership, and support to direct reports while adjusting priorities and resources to meet changing business needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.