About this role
Location: Onsite Status Type: Full Time QUALIFICATIONS Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or Operations Management, MBA preferred 12 years progressive experience managing and directing a supply chain organization for a manufacturing company with multiple sites; minimum 5-years in a senior leadership role Proven record of accomplishment in supply chain with demonstrated ability to articulate a future vision, business plan and profitability while meeting and/or exceeding corporate goals Experience with product sourcing and contract manufacturing Experience utilizing lean manufacturing concepts with a proven track record of applying lean and six sigma tools Skills & Competencies: Strong management skills including the ability to make decisions with minimal supervision, goal setting, delegation, coaching, and motivating Strong leadership skills Advanced written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills Advanced problem-solving, decision-making, and planning abilities Negotiating, scheduling, controlling and presentation skills Ability to work under pressure and rapidly changing priorities Project and program management skills Knowledge of manufacturing process flow and budgeting processes Advanced knowledge of SAP systems and their use in business planning and execution Thorough understanding of manufacturing, business, inventory control, and budgeting processes Flexible, open minded, and able to think creatively to solve complex operational issues while maintaining open communications and a cooperative work environment Physical Requirements: Occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, talk or hear, reach with hands and arms Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision Moderate noise ( i.e.: computer printers, traffic) exists daily in the work environment RESPONSIBILITIES: In collaboration with the Sr. Director of Operations and the other PD&O members, establish operations and supply chain goals, purchasing strategy, and annual objectives to drive business growth and supply chain and operations effectiveness Establishes a global supply chain team within a matrix organization structure that leverages the scale of the organization by employing best practices and standardization while allowing the local flexibility needed to best serve our customers Oversee the supply chain budget and operating performance, along with key service, quality and cost metrics and focus on continuous improvement programs Drives supply chain practices and activities that minimize working capital and maximize cash flow which includes component purchasing and costing Directs global sourcing efforts including sourcing strategy, tactics and oversight of negotiations for sourcing agreements and contracts with contract manufacturer, direct material, MRO, and logistics providers Collaborate with internal business partners to ensure alignment on demand/build planning, manufacturing plans, new product introductions, supplier performance and other supply chain opportunities to meet all quality and delivery requirements Coordinate with the PD&O team to establish a strategic cost reduction strategy and process Oversee the forward-looking plan for inventory and production planning and react to issues such as price increases, changes in customer contracts, new product launches, and new business development Work to maintain contracts (Manufacturing Service Agreements) for all suppliers to mitigate risk to business operations Creates and implements supply chain team human resource strategies by determining accountabilities; communicating and enforcing values, polices, and procedures; implementing recruitment, selection, orientation, training, coaching, counseling, disciplinary, and communication programs; planning, monitoring, appraising, and reviewing job contributions; planning and reviewing compensation strategies Responsible for managing inventory levels at all Enable Injections locations Develops and maintains integrated materials, production, and inventory stock keeping programs Directs the development of production schedules in terms of master schedules and materials requirements planning through SAP Defines operation and supply chain business systems needs and prioritizes the development and utilization of SAP MRP systems and software applications Develops and administers integrated logistics strategies, including supply chain activities, from point of manufacture through information management support, deployment freight, warehousing, customer freight, shipping, order management, and customer warehousing (consignments) Ensures import/export compliance to maintain safe and legal transport related to all goods and facilities, as well as the proper and appropriate use of tariff codes Oversees and sets strategy for traffic administration, including carrier selection, performance measurement, training, and cost containment for the company and its distribution Ensures the execution and continuous improvement of standard logistics processes, such as the replenishment system, data interchange systems, electronic data systems administration and related functions. Experienced in implementing VMI solutions Establish methods in metrics to measure productivity and efficiency of distribution network Establishes priorities and manages day-to-day activities of the department. Manages a group of specialized professionals. Maintains productive working environment. Establishes work priorities. Manages employee performance. Facilitates employee training and development efforts Directs major process improvement projects that impact improved material forecasting, flow and management Maintains close working relationships with operational staff members as well as alliance management & marketing personnel, supplier relationships, especially for new product planning and launches Responsible for development and flow down of performance and compensation reviews, recruitment and hiring, and employee development and training Actively supports SCAR and drives the quality systems as well as certifications as required Complexity of Duties: Strategic planning balanced with tactical execution of the work Performs work in a global context with direct and indirect reports. Ability to influence without direct authority utilizing common objectives and goals to align teams and drive outcomes Ability to work across global locations and cultures. Influences a common company culture and “way of working” while respecting local culture differences, environments and regulations Considers both internal and external influences to form strategic approach and plans Contacts are frequent with equivalent level inter-organizational managers, field sales managers and customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements or contractual clarifications Requires a working knowledge of financial and operational systems