Supply Chain

Overview

• Lead supply chain operations, driving efficiency, accuracy, and effectiveness across all functions and processes.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to optimize inventory, pricing, and freight expenses.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align supply chain strategies with organizational goals.
• Oversee branded product demand planning, sourcing, procurement, and quality assurance.
• Ensure high fill rates and on-time performance to enhance customer satisfaction.
• Implement lean principles to streamline warehouse operations and improve resource utilization.
• Lead supplier-related activities, including selection, evaluation, audits, and contract negotiations.
• Drive revenue, profit, and market share growth through strategic supply chain management.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Establish and communicate strategic direction for supply chain functions and subfunctions.
• Identify and implement new processes, technologies, and systems to enhance efficiency.
• Analyze inventory levels to reduce shortages and surplus, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Manage supply chain leaders, setting goals and strategies to support organizational objectives.
• Ensure supplier-related activities, including audits, relationships, and strategic contracts.
• Develop training programs to enhance team skills and capabilities.
• Monitor lean principles within warehouse facilities to maintain operational effectiveness.
• Act as a leadership team member, contributing to strategies for revenue and market growth.

Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 10 years of supply chain experience in automotive distribution with 20,000 SKUs.
• At least 5 years in senior leadership roles with direct reports.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software.
• Strong organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills.
• APICS certification and Lean Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience in eCommerce fulfillment and private equity-backed companies is advantageous.
• Ability to travel up to 25% or 50% if remote.