Director of Supply Chain - Queens Village, United States - Creation Technologies

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doingWe're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business

DESCRIPTION:

The Supply Chain Leader will develop, implement, and monitor processes to optimize the supply chain and material processes for the Business Unit.

This individual will take a lead role in interfacing with our strategic suppliers and leveraging the relationships for continuous improvement of inventory velocity and product costing.

DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES include, but not limited to:

Lead, coach and mentor a team of dedicated Planning, Procurement, and Materials professionalsManage 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 PerformanceReport & drive key Supply Chain performance metrics as requiredDrive Standard Work through the team to ensure predictability and consistency of resultsSupport corporate strategic initiativesResponsible for target customer inventory levels, turns, projection and inventory optimizationStep in and support team members as necessary (new customer introductions, other large or complex projects)Participate as a member of the Business Unit Leadership TeamBuild positive relationships with both internal and external customersAdd value through your ability to understand and refine business processesManage 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 AuditsThis position will report directly to the Vice President/General Manager for the business unit with additional reporting requirements to the Regional Supply Chain Leader.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations/ Business.

Minimum 10 years Supply Chain / Materials Management experienceExperience 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 responsibilityDemonstrated knowledge of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing techniques.

Experience in the EMS industry is a preferred asset although not mandatory.
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 environmentPossesses an entrepreneurial spirit and thrives on autonomy and the challenges of continuous improvement


SKILLS REQUIRED:

Ability to multitask & prioritize in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentExcellent English communications skills, both written and verbalOrganized, self-motivated team player, able to work well under pressureEffective communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with all levels of the organization as well as directly with key customer contactsAbility 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.
Kinaxis / Rapid Response Experience (Desired)SIOP Process Management Experience (Desired)Knowledge on Oracle ERP (Desired)


WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Demands:
As expected within a typical office type environment

Mental Demands:
Ability to manage high-pressure situations in a professional manner in a fast paced, highly demanding industry

Working Conditions:

The working environment is generally clean; however, the incumbent may be exposed to occasionally dustYou will be required to wear safety clothing and gears when working in safety sensitive environmentsIn compliance with pay transparency requirements, the anticipated starting pay for new hires for this position is between $115,000 - $160,000 per year; a shift differential may also be provided depending on the work hours.

Full-time employees are also eligible for performance-based bonuses and benefits.

This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as a final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience, education, location, and shift.#LI-KW1If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with usWe are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Canada:
Title for the position will be in accordance with applicable national and local laws.#J-18808-Ljbffr