Supply Chain Manager
Supply Chain Manager
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Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers copper cables and connectivity for voice video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.
We are 30000 employees across 50 countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do wherever you are based you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!
Reporting to the NA Digital Solutions Supply Chain Manager the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the supply chain for the Jackson Tennessee facility. Supply Chain team responsibilities include raw material planning and releases; master and finite scheduling of production activities; warehousing inventory control transportation and distribution of raw materials WIP and finished goods supporting the manufacturing of Optical cables. The plant operates 24 hours a day 7 days per week. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Operations Engineering Procurement Finance and Commercial teams to drive operational excellence and align with our S&OP strategy.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Production Demand Planning & Inventory Management
- Lead the Supply Chain team with a focus on safety performance and fostering a positive work environment.
- Adopt implement and standardize planning scheduling and inventory processes using SAP Fiori & Maestro systems.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain Process and Local IT teams to implement and enhance demand planning and capacity utilization tools.
- Oversee Jackson plant logistics to develop and execute production schedules that align with customer demand bottleneck management and flow best practices and working capital goals (e.g. DIO and slow-moving inventory).
- Supervise the Production Planning and Scheduling Team with responsibilities including Master Scheduling Production Planning / Coordination Shop Floor Scheduling and Materials Planning (Materials demand vs availability Safety Stock control)
- Manage raw material procurement and supplier performance tracking in coordination with Corporate Procurement.
- Supervise the Distribution Center Lead overseeing warehousing inventory control transportation supplier management and customer service.
- Work with Corporate Supply Chain Management on forecasting production planning and required schedule changes as needed based on customer demand and business requirements.
- Partner with Commercial teams to ensure order fulfillment and meet On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
- Coordinate monthly stock takes of raw materials WIP and finished goods including weekend activities during month-end inventory at Jackson facility.
- Ensure all operating goals are met including cost safety schedule conformance shipping accuracy inventory accuracy supply levels customer service (OTD) employee productivity inventory levels etc.
- Support logistics documentation and SAP transactions (e.g. Production Orders Stock Transfers Purchase Requisitions GRs
Process Improvement & Cost Optimization
- Identify and implement automation and digital transformation opportunities within supply chain operations.
- Drive supply chain strategies to reduce lead times and improve operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with HSE Quality Engineering and Production to promote safety maximize output minimize WIP and reduce scrap.
- Develop inventory control strategies across all production and distribution stages.
- Manage aged inventory and drive reduction strategies.
- Apply Lean Manufacturing and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
- Support the development of Continuous Improvement tools and processes to enhance business efficiency and accelerate performance.
Compliance & Risk Management
- Ensure all supply chain activities adhere to industry standards environmental regulations and safety protocols.
- Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies for supply disruptions and raw material price volatility.
- Participate in the plants Steering Committee and support strategic decision-making.
- Minimum Travel Requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in supply chain management Logistics Business Engineering or related field (masters preferred).
- 3 - 5 or more years of supply chain warehousing or distribution experience preferably in wire and cable manufacturing or a related industrial environment.
- 3 or more years managing multifunctional teams.
- Materials planning and scheduling experience preferably in cable manufacturing environment/ metallurgy.
- Experience with ERP systems (experience with SAP a definite plus).
- Strong understanding of raw material sourcing (metals polymers insulation materials) and manufacturing processes.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP Oracle Microsoft Dynamics).
- Excellent analytical communication and problem-solving skills.
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
- Strong negotiation and decision-making capabilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across functions.
- APICS and Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
- Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize duties to meet deadlines daily with limited supervision.
Prysmian as an Equal Opportunity Employer aims to attract and recruit individuals with diverse backgrounds skills and abilities. We strongly believe that diversity brings significant value at all levels of the organization increasing the possibility of capturing market opportunities and maximizing value for our customers and stakeholders. With Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) as part of our Social Ambition 2030 and a strategic pillar of our Company culture Prysmian is committed to the development of an organization that prioritizes talent where people feel respected included and free to fully express their potential just as they are.
All Managers and HRs in Prysmian are responsible for ensuring DE&I policies are respected during the recruiting process as well as recognizing and mitigating unconscious biases that must not influence our selection processes. All persons will be considered for employment without regard to their race ethnicity religion nationality origin citizenship status socio-economic status age sex gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status disability military service or veteran status pregnancy parental leave medical conditions or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. Prysmian will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for any disclosed physical or neurological condition or disability of a qualified applicant unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.
Visit our DE&I Page to learn more about Prysmians commitments.
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