Supply Chain Director Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee

Supply Chain Director Vanguard Soap – 3.3

Memphis, TN Job Details Full-time Estimated:

$61.4K – $75.7K a year 1 day ago Qualifications Six Sigma Certification Inventory management 5 years Supply chain Data analysis skills Microsoft Office Certified Supply Chain Professional Analysis skills Bachelor’s degree HR sourcing Production planning Organizational skills Warehouse experience Business Administration CPIM Senior level Business Leadership Supply Chain Management Communication skills Negotiation Full Job Description Would you love to spend your day working alongside a supportive team that drives for success and has a continuous improvement mindset? Are you fueled by an entrepreneurial spirit that drives you to try and test new ideas? Are you motivated by the desire to be elite at your craft? If you are already a star supply chain/strategic sourcing leader but possess the ambition to take your skills to the next level, you can stop searching. Just smash that apply button! Vanguard, a leading player in the personal care industry, is looking for a new Supply Chain Director (Manufacturing) to take our world class supply chain capabilities to new levels that enable us to knock it out of the park with growing consumer brands. Supply Chain Director – Manufacturing

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

The Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader serves as the single point of contact for all aspects of Supply Chain activities. This position will be responsible for establishing an effective, integrated supply chain process and identifying, defining, and implementing improvements across the supply chain. This position will manage and direct all warehouse operations, the supply chain function, customer program management personnel and be the plant process owner for sourcing & material planning, production scheduling and inventory management. This position includes situational analysis, strategy development, guidance, and implementation for the functional disciplines of supply chain development. These strategies should support the individual program needs and be complementary to Vanguard Soap’s overall supply chain management goals.

SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS OF POSITION

The Manufacturing Supply Chain Leader plays a pivotal role in overseeing and optimizing various facets of the supply chain to ensure operational efficiency, customer satisfaction and cost effectiveness. This multifaceted role involves strategic sourcing, production scheduling, customer program management, warehousing, inventory control, and continuous improvement. This is a “hands-on” leadership role. Here’s a comprehensive job description: Strategic Planning & Execution Team Leadership & Development Strategic Sourcing & Materials Management Warehousing & Inventory Optimization Production Scheduling & Coordination Customer Program Management Cost Management & Continuous Improvement Risk Management and Mitigation Cross-functional Collaboration Performance Monitoring and Reporting In summary, as a leader in supply chain, your role is essential in orchestrating strategic sourcing activities, optimizing inventory levels, ensuring timely production, and delivering exceptional customer satisfaction through effective program management and strategic collaboration across the organization.

REQUIREMENTS

: Minimum bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field. Advanced degree preferred. APICS. CPIM, and/or CSCP certification are a plus. Lean Six Sigma certification a plus, continuous improvement experiences desired. Minimum of ten combined years of proven experience in supply chain, strategic sourcing & materials management, warehouse operations, production scheduling. Minimum of five years of experience in a leadership capacity. Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and influence change. Advanced knowledge of computer software systems including Microsoft Office and ERP systems (QAD is a plus). Strong analytical, data analysis and problem-solving skills Strong negotiation and influential capabilities. Strong contract management expertise Warehouse and inventory management experience. Manufacturing experience preferred. Ability to engage and influence the organization