Location: Pittsburgh,PA, USA
Director Supply Chain
Job Summary & Essential Functions
Provide vision and leadership for designing, developing, and implementing materials management and customer relationship programs and policies that create business value and align with company goals.
Areas of responsibility include Materials Management, Purchasing, and Quoting.
Ensure effective supplier strategies are developed and implemented to meet customers' expectations while maximizing inventory turns
Develop supplier selection and qualification methods to ensure delivery of quality products on time
Negotiate supplier contracts and pricing to obtain components at the best value
Provide leadership for and development of direct reports by establishing priorities, accountabilities and allocating resources
Establish specific departmental goals, objectives, and action plans to support facility goals and schedules
Lead the development of strategic plans to support the future direction of department
Provide input for recruiting, selection, compensation, promotions, terminations, and transfers
Monitor key performance indicators; material efficiency, Supplier OTD and Supplier quality and act as necessary to correct discrepancies
Create a positive work environment and set the standard for interdepartmental cooperation
Complete weekly, monthly, and quarterly reports to management
Adhere to the General Requirements of Team Members
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Ability to negotiate all aspects of a business contract with suppliers
Knowledge of manufacturing and assembly processes
Advanced level in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook); MRP/ERP
Strong planning and organizational skills including the ability to initiate, prioritize, and allocate resources
Ability to effectively communicate in all forms with others inside and outside the organization
Ability to negotiate and manage conflict tactfully and professionally
Strong leadership and people management skills including team building, mentoring, and coaching
Strong decision-making skills; utilizing sound judgement and thorough processes
Ability to problem solve issues involving multiple variables and limited standardization
Ability to be creative and innovative with approaches to solutions and solving complex problems
Ability to multitask efficiently and adapt within a rapidly changing environment
Ability to communicate with customers projecting the company image to attract business
Abilities listed in General Requirements of Team Members
Required Experience & Education
Bachelor's degree in related field
Minimum 10 years of progressive relevant job experience with 5 years of supervisory experience
Previous experience in a manufacturing environment
Project management including planning, budgeting, and allocating of resources
ISO environment