Supply Chain Manager

I am partnering with a good client in the Milwaukee area that is looking to add a Supply Chain Manager to their team. They are looking for someone with a well-rounded supply chain background to help develop a supply chain strategy and team as the company continues to grow.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop, implement, and execute strategic supply chain processes in support of supply chain and business objectives.
• Lead supply management efforts, strategic sourcing, contract management, risk mitigation, etc.
• Maintains departmental exception system, documentation review, employee time management and performance review processing, employee training, budget control and daily scheduling.
• Meets with suppliers to discuss issues, performance, and future strategies. Evaluates supplier processes and partners with suppliers to establish Best in Class performance.
• Responsible for long-term planning of the raw material market, supply base optimization, and financial implications of the material spend.
• Manages Production Planning / Scheduling team including the development and adherence of Master Schedule.
• Accountable for optimizing inventory turns - minimize excess & obsolete inventory through product life cycle management.
• Responsible for providing management with inventory projections and proactively identifies service level issues.
• Leads efforts with data analytics, report and dashboard creation, and overall forecasting and data-driven supply chain process.

KEY QUALIFICATIONS:

• BS in Supply Chain, Operations, or other related degree; 5+ years relevant experience.
• APICS certification preferred.
• Experience working in a complex manufacturing environment.
• Strong leadership skills including leading projects with broad scope and impact outside own department and promotes teamwork between departments.
• Complete, in-depth understanding of all aspects of the business including profitability, inventory turns, and service levels.