Strategic Sourcing Supervisor - Minnesota, SD, USA

Job Overview

As a key member of the Management Team, he/she will be responsible for driving the development, implementation, and ongoing management of the total supply chain system to best-in-class standards and through the optimisation of the SAP system. The scope of the role includes purchasing, production planning, distribution, and inventory control. This role will report to the Site General Manager.

Job Responsibilities

• Fully review our supply chain and logistics strategy with an intent to:
  
• Develop and manage the Materials Planning function for materials required by manufacturing, Prototyping, and Design Services to world class standard.
  
• Implement integrated processes among Commercial, Operations, Purchasing, Logistics, and outside suppliers to execute an S&OP and replenishment process effectively.
  
• Devise an inventory management strategy optimising SAP system to manage total-plant inventory & implement planning systems / processes.
  
• Work closely with Sales and Commercial on new opportunities to assess impact on inventory and free cash before pricing and commercial terms are agreed.
  
• Optimize purchasing costs and terms to assure the provision of raw materials and services that guarantee continuity in the production process while optimizing free cash. Mitigate supply risks through appropriate business continuity strategies.
  
• Drive change through formal project management techniques in all areas of Supply Chain, prioritising projects and allocate resources effectively.
  
• Determine the optimal KPIs to drive the business forward, develop appropriate measurement methods and use KPIs to drive a results-orientated culture.
  
• As part of the management team, determine and drive necessary changes in Supply Chain to support the strategic objectives of the organisation.
  
• Communicate supply chain objectives clearly to other functions / departments to ensure cross function/department collaboration.

What your background should look like:

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or relevant field.

Key Requirements

• 7+ years’ experience in Supply Chain Management
  
• Demonstrated ability of implementing world class Supply Chain systems
  
• Proven track record in developing and implementing multi-functional business processes – must have lead change initiatives.
  
• Experience of ERP System (ideally SAP) would be a distinct advantage.
  
• Ability to drive culture change and influence across all levels within the organisation.
  

Competencies