Supply Chain Manager

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer service.
• Monitor supply chain performance metrics and adjust strategies to achieve optimal performance.
• Forecast demand and manage inventory levels to ensure products are available when needed without overstocking.
• Oversee procurement processes, including sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Evaluate supplier performance and ensure compliance with contracts and quality standards.
• Build strong relationships with vendors and negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Manage the logistics function, ensuring the timely transportation of goods from suppliers to warehouses and customers.
• Collaborate with third-party logistics providers (3PLs) to manage transportation, warehousing, and distribution efficiently.
• Optimize transportation routes and methods to reduce costs and improve delivery times.
• Oversee inventory levels, ensuring adequate stock levels to meet production and customer demand while avoiding excess stock.
• Implement inventory control systems, conduct regular stock audits, and ensure accurate records are maintained.
• Use data analysis to track trends in inventory usage and adjust procurement accordingly.
• Lead and motivate the Planning and Purchasing team, ensuring the effective and efficient execution of supply chain functions.
• Provide coaching and professional development opportunities for team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
• Manage scheduling, workloads, and performance reviews for supply chain staff.
• Identify areas for process improvement within the supply chain and implement solutions to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Work with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging lean manufacturing or other methodologies.
• Ensure that supply chain processes are compliant with industry standards and company policies.
• Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks, including potential disruptions, supply shortages, and changes in regulatory requirements.
• Ensure that all supply chain activities comply with safety, environmental, and legal regulations.
• Develop contingency plans to handle disruptions or unexpected supply chain challenges.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as APICS CPIM, CSCP, or Six Sigma are a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, procurement, or related fields.
• Experience working with international suppliers and shipments, with the ability to improve shipment cost efficiency required. 
• Experience with Syteline ERP is a plus. 
• History of improving inventory accuracy, turns, and planning functions within operations is highly desirable.
• A minimum of three years’ experience in a management role.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, mentor, and guide teams toward achieving organizational goals.
• Proven experience in managing end-to-end supply chain functions, including procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution.
• Experience with supply chain management software (e.g., Syteline, Oracle, or other ERP systems) is preferred.
• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, logistics, inventory management, and procurement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, and supply chain management software.
• Knowledge of Lean or Six Sigma methodologies is beneficial for process improvement.
• Understanding of global supply chain practices, including international shipping and customs regulations, is an advantage.

• Leadership & Teamwork
• Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
• Strong Communication
• Project Management 
• Attention to Detail
• Customer Focused Mindset 
• Adaptability & Resilience 

• This is a primarily sedentary position involving long periods of sitting and working on a computer in a climate-controlled environment. Frequently required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, walk, talk, or hear. Uses hands to finger, handle, or touch objects or controls.
• Ability to type on a keyboard and use a mouse to gather and input job information on a computer. Moderate to advanced skills in Excel, ERP systems, and fixed asset software required.
• Reading and comprehension. Ability to interpret and analyze data from company generated, industry, and financial reports. Evaluate and analyze international currency data.
• Responsibilities require the ability to complete moderately complex mathematical computations, budgeting, financial closures, forecasting, and foreign currency conversions.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• May lift, push or pull up to 50 pounds on rare occasion.

• Computer/sedentary position. 
• Intermittently will have to go onto the production floor resulting in exposure to loud noises, sparks, fumes, chemicals, and heavy equipment.
• Position will mainly be in a temperature control office space. 

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