VP, Supply Chain

Sonepar•Cranbury Township, NJ

About The Position

The VP, Supply Chain leads Cooper Electric Supply’s supply chain programs and strategy, building consistent processes while using modern tools and frameworks to meet performance and cost targets without disrupting service or sales. The role oversees governance and field deployment, with deep involvement in the growth and performance of SUSA and its operating companies. It works closely with SUSA partners and field enterprises and requires moderate travel, both virtual and in person. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, the VP develops strategic operational plans and department budgets and drives profitability, productivity, and operational efficiency. The position directs Cooper Electric’s supply chain network, including its distribution center and branch processing, routing, delivery, quality, logistics, transportation, inventory, materials management, and fleet optimization. It also works with sales leaders, key accounts, suppliers, and representative agencies to align operational plans with customer and business needs. The VP ensures compliance with business and operational policies, monitors departmental expenses, identifies savings and process improvements, and coordinates on matters such as branch openings, closures, relocations, acquisitions, and lease-or-buy decisions. The role leads and develops direct reports, provides performance feedback and coaching, and supports talent planning and succession. It also holds safety, DOT, and environmental leadership accountability and uses data and analytics to support forecasting, planning, network optimization, and logistics improvements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Management from a four-year college or university, or 10+ years in an operational leadership role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Proven track record as a leader who solves problems and resolves conflicts to achieve positive outcomes.
Strong planning and analytical skills.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and ERP systems.
Ability to travel locally and nationally when required.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of proprietary business information.

Nice To Haves

Electrical, industrial, and/or distribution experience is preferred but not required.
CPA is preferred.
Experience with Eclipse ERP is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead and contribute as a member of the Senior Leadership Team in developing strategic operational plans and department budgets, and enhance profitability, productivity, and efficiency.
Develop and direct management of the Cooper Electric supply chain network, including accountability for the distribution center, branch processing, routing and delivery, and quality indices.
Manage network logistics and outbound transportation, implementing processes, tools, and management methods to improve service levels and workflow.
Evaluate logistics strategies and optimize the fleet.
Direct the Materials Management team to ensure correct pricing, appropriate inventory levels, and product-line management of warehouse materials, equipment, and supplies.
Work with Sales Leaders to develop short- and long-term strategies for business segments.
Build relationships with key accounts to understand logistical needs and develop strategies that exceed customer expectations.
Develop supplier and representative-agency relationships to incorporate sales goals into operational objectives.
Reinforce Sonepar business and operational policies and ensure controls are in place and operating as designed.
Review monthly departmental expenses, recommend savings, and report concerns in a timely manner.
Work with branch and company management to resolve operational questions, including branch openings, closures, relocations, acquisitions, and lease-or-buy decisions.
Investigate and introduce process improvements and present recommendations to the President and Senior Leadership Team.
Participate with other managers in operational and administrative process improvement.
Develop personal and team capabilities by assigning and accepting challenging work and coaching, teaching, and mentoring others.
Model personal leadership qualities, take accountability, provide clear expectations and feedback, and foster team success.
Set annual goals with direct reports, conduct performance check-ins, support talent planning with HR, identify succession needs and potential successors, and manage development plans.
Provide safety, DOT, and environmental leadership and accountability.
Coordinate fleet management with SUSA to optimize productivity and customer impact.
Use data and analytics for forecasting and planning across supply chain, inventory, and logistics functions.
Lead network and branch optimization using key tools and sales insights.
Optimize inbound and outbound logistics, including supplier synergies and cost reductions.
Perform other job responsibilities as requested.