Supply Chain Optimization Manager

Supply Chain Optimization Manager

Work Mode:Hybrid

Location: Remote

Opportunity

As a strategic leader within the KBA Production Control organization this role spearheads the continuous transformationand optimization of supply chain operations across Kohlers Kitchen & Bath manufacturing plants in the Americas region.

This role is responsible for architecting and revolutionizing material flow conveyance and intra-logistics strategies. Thecore mission is to drive unprecedented levels of efficiency and productivity ensuring a synchronized ecosystem where theright inventory is strategically stored readily available and delivered to the right place at the right time.

Key deliverables include governance of the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and a high-impact blend of strategic leadershipand tactical support for regional continuous improvement initiatives to achieve end-to-end Supply Chain optimization.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Strategic Design & Lean Material Flow
Integrated Systems Design: Design and implement material flow conveyance and inventory managementsystems fully integrated with Lean Manufacturing principles.
Infrastructure & Layout: Lead new facility and warehouse design by optimizing material flow and developinglayouts/models using Lean tools; drive improvements in existing facilities as needed.
Facility Tactics: Partner with plant teams to implement supermarkets kanban and smart buffers to ensureseamless production support.
Packaging Strategy: Collaborate with Purchasing and Packaging Engineering to define optimal packaging forinternal and external components minimizing waste and maximizing density.
Physical & Information Flow: Ensure effective synchronization between physical movement and information flowsto maximize conveyance performance and minimize total logistics and operational cost.

2. Industry 4.0 & Smart Logistics
Strategic Transformation: Lead the transition to a Smart Material Handling ecosystem leveraging Industry 4.0 toenhance digital visibility and real-time decision-making.
Advanced Automation: Deploy autonomous vehicles and intelligent robotics where feasible to reduce manualconveyance and increase responsiveness to operational changes.
Digital Visibility (IoT): Implement IoT-based tracking (e.g. smart containers/pallets) to improve real-time visibilitystorage utilization and inventory accuracy.
Predictive Analytics: Utilize predictive analytics to forecast and prevent bottlenecks material shortages andequipment-related disruptions.
Design flexible energy-efficient workflows that boost agility throughput and sustainability in intra-logistics.

3. Operational Excellence & Governance
PFEP Ownership: Develop and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) for all components; conduct plant auditsand coach teams on PFEP compliance and end-to-end material flow.
KPI Governance: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and drive a culture ofcontinuous improvement.
Best Practice Deployment: Scalability of regional best practices for warehouses supermarkets storage kanbanconveyance and line feeding across the network.
Benchmarking & Innovation: Advance modern warehousing by evaluating best-in-class picking and deliverytechnologies recommending high-impact adoption opportunities.
Process Standardization: Remove flow constraints through sustainable solutions; standardize processes andperformance metrics through rigorous benchmarking.

4. Project Management & Data Intelligence
End-to-End Leadership: Lead complex projects by building project teams defining resources developingschedules and managing scope cost quality and timing.
Cost Management: Identify and execute cost-reduction initiatives; build robust cost/benefit analyses and ownsavings reporting via Power BI and related tools.
Labor Productivity: Optimize direct labor productivity through continuous improvement & dedicated Lean activities.
Data-Driven Insights: Consolidate and analyze large datasets from service and delivery performance to identifytrends and implement improvements at the point of use

As a strategic leader within the KBA Production Control organization this role spearheads the continuous transformationand optimization of supply chain operations across Kohlers Kitchen & Bath manufacturing plants in the Americas region.
This role is responsible for architecting and revolutionizing material flow conveyance and intra-logistics strategies. Thecore mission is to drive unprecedented levels of efficiency and productivity ensuring a synchronized ecosystem where theright inventory is strategically stored readily available and delivered to the right place at the right time.

Key deliverables include governance of the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) and a high-impact blend of strategic leadership
and tactical support for regional continuous improvement initiatives to achieve end-to-end Supply Chain optimization.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Strategic Design & Lean Material Flow
Integrated Systems Design: Design and implement material flow conveyance and inventory managementsystems fully integrated with Lean Manufacturing principles.
Infrastructure & Layout: Lead new facility and warehouse design by optimizing material flow and developinglayouts/models using Lean tools; drive improvements in existing facilities as needed.
Facility Tactics: Partner with plant teams to implement supermarkets kanban and smart buffers to ensureseamless production support.
Packaging Strategy: Collaborate with Purchasing and Packaging Engineering to define optimal packaging forinternal and external components minimizing waste and maximizing density.
Physical & Information Flow: Ensure effective synchronization between physical movement and information flowsto maximize conveyance performance and minimize total logistics and operational cost.

2. Industry 4.0 & Smart Logistics
Strategic Transformation: Lead the transition to a Smart Material Handling ecosystem leveraging Industry 4.0 toenhance digital visibility and real-time decision-making.
Advanced Automation: Deploy autonomous vehicles and intelligent robotics where feasible to reduce manualconveyance and increase responsiveness to operational changes.
Digital Visibility (IoT): Implement IoT-based tracking (e.g. smart containers/pallets) to improve real-time visibilitystorage utilization and inventory accuracy.
Predictive Analytics: Utilize predictive analytics to forecast and prevent bottlenecks material shortages andequipment-related disruptions.
Design flexible energy-efficient workflows that boost agility throughput and sustainability in intra-logistics.

3. Operational Excellence & Governance
PFEP Ownership: Develop and maintain the Plan for Every Part (PFEP) for all components; conduct plant auditsand coach teams on PFEP compliance and end-to-end material flow.
KPI Governance: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure success and drive a culture ofcontinuous improvement.
Best Practice Deployment: Scalability of regional best practices for warehouses supermarkets storage kanbanconveyance and line feeding across the network.
Benchmarking & Innovation: Advance modern warehousing by evaluating best-in-class picking and deliverytechnologies recommending high-impact adoption opportunities.
Process Standardization: Remove flow constraints through sustainable solutions; standardize processes andperformance metrics through rigorous benchmarking.

4. Project Management & Data Intelligence
End-to-End Leadership: Lead complex projects by building project teams defining resources developingschedules and managing scope cost quality and timing.
Cost Management: Identify and execute cost-reduction initiatives; build robust cost/benefit analyses and ownsavings reporting via Power BI and related tools.
Labor Productivity: Optimize direct labor productivity through continuous improvement & dedicated Lean activities.
Data-Driven Insights: Consolidate and analyze large datasets from service and delivery performance to identifytrends and implement improvements at the point of use.

EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Academic Background: Bachelors degree in Logistics or industrial engineering Supply ChainManagement Business Logistics Information Systems or a high-level Operations-related field.
Professional Tenure: Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience. A proven track record in SupplyChain Engineering Warehousing or Continuous Improvement is highly preferred.
Technical Domain:

• Engineering Excellence: Deep working knowledge of engineering principles applied toprocess and production system design.
• SAP Mastery: High proficiency in SAP (Logistics & Materials Management modules EWM).
• Lean Architecture: Proven ability to design material routes supermarkets mappingprocesses and complex Lean material flow solutions.

Knowledge Transfer:

• Ability to develop and deliver high-impact end-user training andtechnical documentation.
• Advanced Analytics: Mastery of Excel and data visualization advanced proficiency in PowerBI or Tableau ability to transform raw data into strategic insights and creating dashboards.

Why Choose Kohler
We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing access to career growth and development opportunities a diverse and inclusive workplace and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30000 bold leaders across the globe were driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious healthy and sustainable lives.

About Us
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