Vice President - Indianapolis - Jobot

Description

A growing manufacturing organization based out of LaGrange | Excellent Base, Bonus | PTO Package

Learn more about the general tasks related to this opportunity below, as well as required skills.

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Lauren Lehman
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Salary: $120,000 - $140,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are representing a manufacturing group that is rapidly growing throughout the GA and the USA

They are seeking a Supply Chain Manager that is proficient with strategic sourcing and procurement/purchasing experience within the manufacturing sector

Please apply today to learn more

Why join us?

• Competitive salary

• 401(k) plan with matching

• Health, vision, and dental insurance

• Hybrid work schedule (2x remote per week)

• Upwards career growth

Job Details

Responsibilities:

Team Leadership: Manage the purchasing team by setting priorities, reviewing performance, and training new and existing staff.

Sourcing & Procurement: Oversee the full procurement cycle, from sourcing to purchase order placement.

Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.

Cost Optimization: Analyze cost trends, identify savings opportunities, and implement strategies to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO).

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with production, engineering, inside sales, and finance to align purchasing with business needs.

Market Research: Stay current on market trends, new products, and potential suppliers.

Sustainability: Promote sustainable sourcing practices to minimize environmental impact.

Process Improvement: Identify and implement supply chain process improvements.

Specific Tasks

Define and ensure compliance requirements for contract manufacturing partners.

Implement and further develop the sourcing strategy for contract manufacturing.

Establish outsourcing targets and best practices for North America.

Issue RFQs, analyze proposals, and negotiate pricing and delivery terms.

Scorecard vendors to measure quality and delivery performance; implement development plans for underperforming suppliers.

Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery capabilities.

Monitor supplier performance, including lead times, quality, and compliance.

Negotiate favorable pricing and payment terms.

Forecast material needs and ensure adequate inventory levels.

Use ERP and procurement software to streamline operations.

Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.

Communicate effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders regarding material availability and supply issues.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree preferred.

3–5 years of relevant supply chain or purchasing experience.

Advanced Microsoft Office skills; experience with CRM software and Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred.

Experience as a key user in AX system and ability to train team members.

Professional certifications such as CPM, CPIM, or CSPC preferred.

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