The US Supply Chain Manager is responsible for providing focus and leadership necessary for the planning and sourcing team to develop and execute strategies and drive improvement in supply chain, customer demand and operations planning in order to meet customer delivery targets, optimize inventory levels, increase materials velocity, and reduce overall supply chain costs.
Main Responsibilities
• Oversees supply chain functions such as: demand planning/forecasting and management, operational planning, inventory planning and management, materials management, capacity planning, MRP, SCP, MPS, supplier management, logistics management,and warehouse management.
• Provides the visible leadership necessary to achieve the health & safety objectives of Edwards in North America.
• Implements supply chain and logistics methodologies that add value and bring the company up to “world class” level of supply chain management resulting in greater efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, and overall team performance.
• Leads and motivates planning and procurement teams that effectively manage cyclical volume and new product introductions so that planned delivery and cost targets are consistently met.
• Improves margins, controls overheads and minimizes variances via efficient management, control, and review of all assigned resources: human, material, information technology, facilities and equipment.
• Collaborates with internal departments such as sales, product management, global supply chain management, and finance.
• Balances all aspects of the supply chain such as delivery, quality, lead time, inventory, customer satisfaction and the overall supplier relationship.
• Develops and implements systems to support key supply chain initiatives to improve business efficiencies and reduce the total cost of supply chain management.
• Supervises all production planning activities such as reviewing flow manufacturing and capacity planning reports, scheduling of customer orders and the interpretation of production measurement tools such as delivery to request and schedule dates and past due job backlog.
• Interfaces with Global Supply Chain Management/Global Manufacturing Organization to look ahead, visualize the future, plan the supply chain systems and organization as it will be, communicate that vision, and lead its execution.
• Develops supply strategies that leverage the cost structure and technological advantages of global markets.
• Aligns procurement and logistics strategies to best meet cost and supply chain network flow.
• Keeps abreast of all current trends and developments in the areas of supply chain management, logistics, warehousing and distribution and leverage these when and where applicable.
• Maintains punctual, regular and predictable attendance; works collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.
• Respectfully takes direction from suprevisor and other duties as assigned.
Must be authorized to work in the U.S.
To succeed, you will need:
Education level
o Bachelors degree in business, economics, mechanical or indusrial engineering, or a related field. Masters degree preferred.
Relevant Previous experience
o Minimum 10 years experience in a manufacturing environment, specifically in supply chain/logistics management, operations management and/or materials management.
o Minimum 5 years supervisory experience preferred.
Knowledge areas/Skills
o Working knowledge of ERP, MRP and Supply chain planning systems. SAP experience a plus.
Other requirements
o Strong influencing, negotiating, presentation and communication skills practiced routinely at senior level both internally and externally.
o Demonstrated experience utilizing problem solving, Nprocess improvement tools and methodoligies such as Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and statistical process control.
o Experience implementing world-class supply chain managment, inventory management, forecasting, production scheduling, and/or strategic sourcing and solutions in large manufacturing organizations.
o Proven track record as a data-driven manager who is proficient in the development and tracking of key performance metrics.
o Knowledge of database and application software, concepts, and structures, as well as ERP implementation. Strong PC application skills including experiencce with the full complement of Microsoft Office Software.
o Experience with full cost accounting and utilizing financial data to monitor performance, aid in analytical techniques, and drive change.
In return, we offer you:
• Excellent working conditions and benefits
• Part of the Atlas Copco Group with a wide-reaching internal job market
• Work in a global diverse and dynamic environment
• You can grow with us: we always look for internal candidates before checking the market and have training and development programs
• We have a friendly, family-like atmosphere – and that is not just a claim on the wall, it’s a true fact
• We offer great health insurance benefits – including vision & dental insurance.
• We offer a strong retirement 401k plan with matching
• Family is important to us – so we also offer paid family leave, a health paternity/maternity leave & many other benefits for a health work-life balance
Edwards Company considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws.
Edwards is a global leader of vacuum and abatement systems. We are proud to lead the industry, pushing the boundaries of science to deliver innovative products which are intrinsic to everyday life, working in partnership with our customers and continually setting new standards. With over 150 years of rich heritage, Edwards is the partner of choice for tens of thousands of customers in critical applications around the world. Vacuum is required in diverse sectors, from the generation of power to the production of steel, to the challenging environments of space simulation and high energy physics research.
At Edwards, we believe there is always a better way. Our employees are full of ideas. When looking to add a new team member, we are looking for someone that can appreciate what the Edwards Team has done and bring their new ideas and perspective to enhance where we can go. At Edwards you get to be part of something big; we work globally, but also get the opportunity make a difference locally in our own discipline. We work hard to attract, motivate, develop and retain the best talent from the diversity of people across the globe. Our vision to be First in Mind, First in Choice relies on this strategy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For more information about Edwards visit our website:
A division of Atlas Copco
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