Supply Chain Leader

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doingWe're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.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:- Coach and mentor a team of dedicated Materials, Planning, Procurement, Shipping and Receiving Staff- Implement a framework for best practices in supply chain and inventory management that drive results for on hand values, cost down initiatives, and turns- Support corporate strategic initiatives- Approve and monitor cycle count process / results- 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. Or minimum 10 years Supply Chain / Materials Management experience including at least 5 years supervisory 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)- Knowledge of “Lean Manufacturing”. Experience with rapid change models such as Kaizen- Dedicated and professional attitude, willing to learn in a high change/high pace environment- Possesses and entrepreneurial spirit and thrives on autonomy and the challenges of continuous improvementSKILLS 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)LI-LC1LP- If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us_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.