Manager, Supply Chain Operations (Hybrid)

Harley-Davidson Motor Company; Wauwatosa (WI); Hybrid; USD 108,000 - 163,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative and iconic brand as a Manager in Supply Chain Operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead and develop a dedicated team while ensuring the seamless supply of parts through strategic management and collaboration. With a focus on achieving service quality and timeliness, you'll drive initiatives that impact the company's operational efficiency. Embrace the chance to work in a dynamic environment that values diverse perspectives and fosters creativity. If you're passionate about supply chain excellence and ready to make a significant impact, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management required.
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage Supply Management teams and ensure performance objectives are met.
• Collaborate with international suppliers to manage part risks.

Skills

Supply Chain Management

Leadership Skills

Problem Solving

Effective Communication

Team Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Manager, Supply Chain Operations (Hybrid)

Auto req ID: 30885
Title: Manager, Supply Chain Operations (Hybrid)
Job Function: Materials and Procurement
Location: PDC
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1

At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a Manager, Supply Chain Operations (Hybrid).

This position will be responsible for providing strategic and tactical direction for a supply management team or teams. It will be directly responsible for the work unit's performance including providing daily work direction, employee and supplier performance evaluations, resource allocation, business planning and control, and the development of company-wide initiatives within the jurisdiction of the work unit represented.

Job Responsibilities

• Manages employees and has accountability for the performance and results of a team within Supply Management. Provides guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers and addresses resource and operational challenges to support departmental plans and priorities.
• Impacts the Supply Management team's ability to achieve service, quality and timeliness of objectives as guided by policies and departmental plan.
• Responsible for monitoring OE purchased part health which requires collaboration with an international supply base. Manages part risks through the development of mitigation plans to ensure continuity of supply.
• Manages and supports the on-going maintenance of the OE purchased part stocking strategy that leverages PFEP process.
• Identifies and solves technical and operational problems related to Supply Management; understands and recognizes broader impact across the Company. Decisions and problem solving are guided by policies, procedures, department plan and guidance from leader.
• Manages one or more Supply Management teams; adapts department plans and priorities to meet short-term service and/or operational objectives.
• Guides and influences others either internally or externally to adopt a different point of view.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience Requirements

• Typically requires a minimum of 8 years of related experience
• Broad expertise in Supply Chain Management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a Supply Management department and department staff members in successful support of business goals and plans.
• Proven track record of being a strong problem solver, an effective communicator, handle multiple tasks, and demonstrated leadership skills.
• Deep expertise in leading groups to reach consensus on realistic, specific goals and objectives and ability to lead the group to prioritize those objectives.
• Travel required up to 10%.

Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes
Travel Required: 10 - 25%
Pay Range: 108,200 - 162,400

Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is not eligible for relocation assistance