Principal Supply Chain Process Leader

AEP Service Corporation; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a Supply Chain Process Lead - Principal to drive strategic initiatives and lead major process improvements. You will serve as a subject matter expert, influencing organizational strategy and best practices with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

The role requires collaboration with senior leadership, strategic plan development, mentor-ship of staff, and cross-functional benchmarking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred or equivalent as defined in experience requirements.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in Supply Chain, with a focus on process improvement and leadership roles, or 10 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
• Strong analytical and presentation skills to convey detailed analysis into a high-level discussion format.
• Ability to lead teams in a matrixed organization, across geographic and functional reporting lines.
• Light travel may be required (10%).

Responsibilities

• Strategic Plan Development: Develop and implement strategic plans for Supply Chain process improvements based on root cause analysis of gaps, aligning initiatives with corporate objectives and measuring their impact on overall performance.
• Collaboration with Leadership: Work closely with senior leadership to ensure Supply Chain operations align with organizational goals and strategic roadmaps, providing insights on market trends and best practices.
• Mentorship and Development: Mentor and develop junior and mid-level Supply Chain staff, fostering a culture of growth and continuous improvement within the team.
• Industry Benchmarking: Conduct benchmarking with industry peers to identify opportunities for innovation and efficiency, presenting findings and recommendations to leadership.
• Executive Presentations: Prepare and deliver presentations to executive leadership on Supply Chain initiatives, demonstrating the value and impact of proposed changes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Presentation skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

AEP Service Corporation in Columbus, OH is seeking a Supply Chain Process Lead - Principal to drive strategic initiatives and lead major process improvements. You will serve as a subject matter expert, influencing organizational strategy and best practices with a focus on efficiency and effectiveness.

The role requires collaboration with senior leadership, strategic plan development, mentor-ship of staff, and cross-functional benchmarking.