Supply Chain Leader

Overview

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Leader will be responsible for optimizing supply chain operations, reducing costs, and improving performance across the entire supply chain network. The role involves strategic planning, process optimization, supplier management, purchasing and contract negotiations of raw material, subcontract services and MRO and risk mitigation to achieve operational excellence and meet business objectives. The position is also responsible for managing the supply chain team.

Responsibilities

Essential Job Functions

Supply Chain Leader Specific

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance throughout the supply chain network.
• Own the S&OP process from costumer PO acknowledge to resources planification and on time delivery.
• Optimize inventory management processes, including demand planning, inventory control, and stock replenishment, to minimize stockouts, excess inventory, and carrying costs.
• Manage supplier relationships and vendor contracts, negotiating terms, pricing, and service agreements to ensure cost-effective and high-quality procurement of goods and services
• Identify opportunities for procurement improvements and implement strategies to achieve them
• Broaden and deepen relationships with existing and new suppliers while driving efficiency and cost reductions
• Provide leadership for supplier development efforts to optimize value and quality excellence to support our growth efforts into the medical market segments
• Drive continuous improvement throughout all processes of the Supply Chain
• Select vendors who will provide consistently superior quality and delivery
• Improve and maintain proper supplier quality controls
• Drive inventory reductions through the creation of Kanban, supplier managed inventory and inventory consignment programs
• Manage raw material, WIP and finished goods inventories to provide competitive lead times for our customers while minimizing our investment and risk
• Develop and recommend purchasing policies for the organization
• Manage the accurate register and maintenance of records of purchase, delivery dates, vendors, costs and other resources
• Provide leadership and mentorship to supply chain staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning, development, and collaboration within the team.
• Supervise the day-to day activities of the planning, purchasing, warehouse and logistic team, including performance plan definition and review
• Monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, such as inventory turnover, on-time delivery, fill rates, and lead times, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Implement supply chain risk management strategies, assessing potential risks, vulnerabilities, and disruptions, and developing contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions
• Assess and improve written procedures and SOP’s related to supply chain function of the Company
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, import/export regulations, and customs procedures related to supply chain operations, maintaining documentation and records as necessary.
• Communicate supply chain goals, objectives, and performance metrics to senior management and key stakeholders, presenting regular updates, reports, and recommendations.
• Drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility initiatives within the supply chain, promoting ethical sourcing, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility practices.

Company General Job Function

• Participate and drive programs essential to company success (e.g., training, safety, housekeeping, cost reduction, worker involvement, security, etc,)
• Monitor the utilization of employee safety and OE programs
• Support and comply with the company Quality System, ISO, and medical device requirements
• Read, understand, and follow work instructions and standard work
• Partner with other business segments: sales/marketing, customer service, engineering, quality, and finance
• Understand customer needs and the core business markets we serve
• Ensure business systems are implemented, maintained, and functioning properly
• Participate in required company meetings
• Maintain an organized work area (5S)
• Participate in the Operational Excellence Program
• Complete all other work duties as assigned
• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements, Education & Experience (incl. KSA’s and certifications)

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or other Supply Chain related field
• 7 years of experience in a supply chain role in a manufacturing setting
• Leadership experience
• APICS Certification
• ERP and MRP knowledge
• Ability to consistently achieve short and long-term business results
• Ability to follow through on commitments and holds team members accountable
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher)
• Clear and effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment
• Ability to prioritize and multitask

Desirable Criteria & Qualifications

• Medical Manufacturing experience
• Continuing Education; including participation in local chapters, associations, and/or organizations
• Epicor Knowledge
• Strategic Planning
• Problem Solving
• Process Optimization