Director of Supply Chain

Job Summary

Within our Fencing, Lawn & Garden group. The Director of Supply Chain and Purchasing is a strategic leadership role responsible for the end-to-end management of the supply chain and purchasing division. This position supervises all areas of procurement, planning, logistics, warehousing, and distribution, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials and products. The Director will develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize performance, mitigate risks, and support the company's growth objectives.

Compensation Range: $140k-$150k annually

Principle Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies aligned with the company's overall business goals.
• Identify and implement best practices to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.
• Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.  

Procurement and Sourcing:

• Oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials and components.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.
• Implement supplier performance management programs to ensure quality and on-time delivery.
• Ensure ethical sourcing practices.

Planning and Forecasting:

• Collaborate with demand planning and forecasting processes to ensure accurate inventory levels and production schedules.
• Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to align supply chain plans with business needs.
• Implement and maintain inventory management systems to optimize inventory levels and minimize obsolescence.

Logistics and Distribution:

• Collaborate with logistics and distribution, including transportation, warehousing, and order fulfillment.
• Optimize transportation routes and modes to reduce costs and improve delivery times.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards.
• Manage import and export operations as needed.

Performance Management and Reporting:

• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain performance.
• Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance and initiatives to senior management.
• Identify and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.
• Manage and control the supply chain budget.

Risk Management:

• Identify and assess supply chain risks, including disruptions, volatility, and regulatory changes.
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Establish and maintain business continuity plans.

Competencies

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data in an organized manner.
• Delivers on commitments, has strong follow-up skills, and shows consistency between words and actions.
• Highly organized, results-driven, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Analytical skills to understand the correlation among sales history, market demand, and forecast, and then make sound procurement decisions
• Self-motivated team player
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a proven track record of success in leadership roles.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies.  
• Experience in procurement, planning, logistics, and distribution.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in SAP is a plus

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