Supply Chain Director Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations / Business
• Minimum 10 years Supply Chain / Materials Management experience
• Experience should include the areas of MRP planning, strategic & tactical purchasing, all facets of inventory management, as well as the required P&L financial acumen to manage business objectives.
• Ability to obtain results through people within your scope of responsibility as well as those outside your scope of responsibility
• Demonstrated knowledge of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing techniques.
• Practical industry experience in a multi-location environment (preferably in a complex manufacturing setting)
• Dedicated and professional attitude, willing to learn in a high change/high pace environment
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and thrives on autonomy and the challenges of continuous improvement
• Ability to multitask & prioritize in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups, data filters, pivot tables etc.)
• Excellent English communications skills, both written and verbal
• Organized, self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressure
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as directly with key customer contacts
• Ability to Enhance and provide input to functional processes or technologies.
• Demonstrates commitment to implement initiatives.
• Assist in achieving section/sub-function objectives for a functional area.
• Exercises independent judgment within defined procedures and practices to achieve objectives. May make decisions absent of management supervision using broad guidelines. Provides input for team decisions.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the EMS industry is a preferred asset although not mandatory.
• Kinaxis / Rapid Response Experience (Desired)
• SIOP Process Management Experience (Desired)
• Knowledge on Oracle ERP (Desired)

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and mentor a team of dedicated Planning, Procurement, and Materials professionals
• Manage and Optimize the Demand Management and Planning Processes for the business unit.
• Implement a framework for best practices in supply chain and inventory management that drive results to satisfy our customers, provide cost down impact, and improve Inventory Performance
• Report & drive key Supply Chain performance metrics as required
• Drive Standard Work through the team to ensure predictability and consistency of results
• Support corporate strategic initiatives
• Responsible for target customer inventory levels, turns, projection and inventory optimization
• Step in and support team members as necessary (new customer introductions, other large or complex projects)
• Participate as a member of the Business Unit Leadership Team
• Build positive relationships with both internal and external customers
• Add value through your ability to understand and refine business processes
• Manage Supplier relationships and as applicable participate in broader discussions with key strategic suppliers. This may include dealing with various issues, initiating / resolution of Supplier Corrective Actions, and Supplier Audits
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Benefits

• Creation fosters a community of commitment, comradery, integrity, and inclusion.
• Creation genuinely invests in our people, instilling family like values and a diverse, dynamic, and rewarding work environment where people learn, work, and grow together.
• Creation truly cares, inspiring employees to grow, develop and advance their careers.