Director, Supply Chain

Its fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what theyre doing!

Were committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

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

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelors 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

Proficiency in operating a computer including using a Windows based operating systems and related software

Intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office including Excel (v-lookups data filters pivot tables etc.) 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)

If you like wild growth and working with happy enthusiastic over-achievers youll enjoy your career with us!

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