We are seeking a Director, Supply Chain, Transformation to join our team. The role will involve developing supply chain strategies to support clients' business goals, leading consulting projects, and mentoring junior consultants. The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Supply Chain Management or a minimum of 10-15 years of experience in supply chain management, with a portion in a leadership role.
Requirements
- Develop supply chain strategies to support clients' business goals.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with key client stakeholders.
- Understand clients' business needs and challenges to provide tailored supply chain solutions.
- Lead and oversee consulting projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and budget.
- Mentor and develop junior consultants and planners, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Create a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and knowledge sharing.
- Coordinate and manage teams of consultants and analysts to execute project tasks.
- Design and implement supply chain models/processes that support business capabilities, operational requirements, balance cost, efficiency, and service level objectives.
- Analyze large sets of data to identify trends and make informed recommendations.
- Develop forecasting models to predict supply and demand, optimize inventory levels and reduce costs.
- Utilize advanced analytics and machine learning tools to enhance decision-making processes.
- Work with sales and marketing teams to incorporate market intelligence, customer insights, and promotional plans into demand forecasts.
- Determine optimal inventory levels and reorder points to balance supply with demand.
- Develop strategies for managing inventory across various locations and stages in the supply chain.
- Develop strategies to minimize shortages and ensure adequate inventory levels without overstocking.
- Optimize inventory levels across the supply chain to reduce costs and improve cash flow.
- Employ best practices, tools, and technologies to improve efficiency and accuracy in supply chain planning.
- Analyze current supply chain processes from procurement to distribution.
- Identify bottlenecks and implement solutions in inventory management, procurement, production planning, and logistics.
- Help select, implement and optimize Supply Chain management systems such as ERP, Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), and advanced planning software.
- Train staff in new technologies and processes, ensuring adoption and proper use.
- Configure software settings to align with the company's supply chain processes.
- Work closely with various departments (e.g., production, procurement, logistics) to ensure supply chain strategies align with overall business goals.
- Communicate with suppliers and partners to improve supply chain collaboration and integration.
- Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance to ensure they meet quality and delivery standards.
- Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them.
- Prepare contingency plans to manage supply chain disruptions.
- Train company staff on new supply chain processes and technologies.
- Develop materials and deliver presentations to educate stakeholders on supply chain best practices.
- Continuously assess supply chain performance and implement improvements.
- Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain efficiency.
- Stay updated with industry trends, challenges, and advancements in supply chain management.
- Participate in professional organizations or networks related to supply chain management.
- Travel to client site as needed.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
