Director of Supply Chain - Newark, United States - Creation Technologies

Description

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing

We'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 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
• This 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 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.
• 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 environment
• Possesses an entrepreneurial spirit and thrives on autonomy and the challenges of continuous improvement

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Ability to multitask & prioritize in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• 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.
• 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 dust
• You will be required to wear safety clothing and gears when working in safety sensitive environments

In 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.

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We 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.