Vendor Managed Inventory Team Lead

Modular Power Solutions•Nashville, TN

About The Position

The Vendor Managed Inventory Team Lead will be responsible for all aspects of the site Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) including SIOP processes, site procurement and other supply chain / procurement tasks as assigned by leadership. This position is a ‘working manager' role that will execute contractual obligations while providing oversight, support, and mentorship to Procurement Specialists and Procurement Analysts.

Requirements

Experience in manufacturing and construction helpful
Ability to delegate work effectively and balance the dual role of overseeing people and projects while performing in a working manager role.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Must exhibit supervisory skills and demonstrate the ability to mentor Procurement Specialists and Procurement Analysts.
Must be able work with supervision
Proficient in Microsoft (Outlook, Word, etc.); Experience with Oracle a plus
Ability to adapt to and support ongoing process improvement initiatives.
Ability work pressure and adapt requirements a positive
Effective oral and written communication skills as required for position.
Ability be self-motivated, proactive and an effective team player.
Ability effectively and professionally all of employees, management and staff alike, vendors, clients, and others.
Bachelor's Degree
Minimum 5 years' procurement experience.
Experience managing inventory and SIOP processes
Combination of education, training, and relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Monitor, evaluate, and mentor working team on meeting or exceeding performance goals and expectations.
Ensure team is complying with procurement policies and procedures and is in strict adherence to documentation requirements.
Oversee and plan all aspects of procurement process at site.
Effectively manage people and projects at assigned site to pursue cost savings opportunities, while implementing and adhering to process standardization efficiencies.
Provide coaching and mentoring to staff personnel as required and provide performance evaluation input to MPS leadership.
Represent company in contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
Manage all aspects of the VMI process at the facility including SIOP processes to ensure material availability to meet production demands
Manage all local site suppliers and sub-contractors
Review site forecast and communicate to suppliers material demand to support production; support MPS Category Managers on developing site material forecast
Support MPS Supply Chain Strategic Planning initiatives as needed
Review all internal/external metrics for our suppliers, procurement, and operations to ensure targets are being met, and engage with MPS Leadership to identify the root cause and mitigation actions to address any deficiency gaps.
Ensure recommended awards are in accordance with the approved decision model and Delegation of Authority to ensure adherence to procurement policies and procedures.
Communicate and enforce procurement policies and procedures.
Responsible for projections financial planning, delivery schedules and procurement reporting.
Responsible for the development and review of all procurement analytics, reporting and deliverables.
Oversee the development and implementation of procurement and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
Oversee the projections, financial planning, delivery schedules and reporting.
Review materials for accuracy upon receipt, and oversee material review process.
Enter documentation into purchasing system.
Review and approve invoices with vendor and A/P resolve invoice problems.
Oversee the development and use of 3rd-party Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA).
Oversee the return of material to ensure proper and timely credit to the business