Supply Chain Manager

MSI Express, INC; Grand Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

MSI Express, INC is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize the end-to-end supply chain, including planning, procurement, production scheduling, inventory control, logistics and quality. You will lead a team, partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders, and drive improvements in service, cost and delivery performance.

The role emphasizes strategic thinking, collaboration and development of robust processes to ensure timely flow of materials and products across facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience leading end-to-end supply chain across planning, procurement, production and logistics.
• Ability to optimize service, inventory and costs for customers.
• Strong collaboration with internal and external stakeholders and leadership of teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic supply chain plans aligned with business goals.
• Oversee procurement of materials and negotiate terms with suppliers.
• Manage daily/weekly production schedules to meet demand forecasts.
• Coordinate transportation and distribution to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Implement inventory controls to minimize excess and stockouts.
• Ensure quality controls and compliance across the supply chain.
• Collaborate with production, sales, finance and QA teams; provide regular reports.

Skills

Strategic Planning

Procurement

Production Planning

Logistics

Inventory Management

Quality Control

Stakeholder Collaboration

Team Leadership

Job description

MSI Express is a single-source contract manufacturing and packaging company, delivering innovative engineering solutions from our strategically located network of manufacturing facilities.

ROLE PURPOSE/ POSITION SUMMARY

The Supply Chain Manager (SCM) is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the end-to-end supply chain processes and improvement of service, inventory, and cost to customers. The SCM manages and oversees the day-to-day activities of customer service, production scheduling, procurement, storage, and inventory control activities of raw materials, ingredients, and finished goods. Deliverables range across key customer and vendor management, short and long-term material and production planning, and materials management. The role requires strategic thinking, effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and a commitment to ensuring the efficient and timely flow of materials and products

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES/PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Strategic Planning

• Develop and implement strategic plans for the entire supply chain to align with the company's business goals and objectives
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and enhanced efficiency
• Maintain a clear understanding of customer expectations for accuracy, quality, and timeliness; then, develop and implement methods for meeting or exceeding those expectations
• Accountable for departmental project deliverables. Secure and allocate appropriate resources and manage projects to meet goals and achieve financial objectives
• Leverage internal/external experts in network to accomplish goals
• Responsible for delivery of short-term and-long term results in order to develop and maintain the organization’s credibility with our core customer base

Procurement and Vendor Management

• Oversee the procurement of raw materials, ingredients, and packaging materials
• Support the account manager to negotiate terms, contracts, and pricing with suppliers to ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability

Production Planning

• Manage the day to day and week to week production schedule
• Collaborate internally and externally with key shareholders to develop production schedules that meet demand forecasts
• Analyze production yield, material usage, and material loss data to understand customer/material impacts
• Analyze actual and theoretical run rates to optimize production schedule
• Maximize production efficiency through change to current planning processes which will result in reduced changeovers, machine downtime and downtime due to raw materials/component shortages

Logistics and Distribution

• Manage transportation and distribution logistics to ensure on-time deliveries to customers
• Coordinate with logistics partners to optimize shipping routes and reduce costs

Inventory Management

• Implement inventory control measures to maintain optimal stock levels
• Minimize excess inventory and prevent stockouts to meet customer demand
• Drive change in managing inventory levels and inventory turns and minimizing obsolescence, scrap, aged inventories, and inventory reserves

Quality Control

• Ensure that quality control standards are maintained throughout the supply chain process
• Collaborate with quality control teams to address and resolve any quality issues
• Implement and leverage technology, such as ERP systems and supply chain management software, to enhance visibility and streamline processes

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Collaborate with internal and external teams, including production, sales, finance, and quality control, to ensure alignment and coordination across departments
• Foster strong relationships with key external partners, including suppliers and logistics providers
• Participate and assist in development of new, effective programs/policies for customer, supplier, transportation, and logistics management in conjunction with Supply Chain and plant leadership
• Provide daily, weekly and or monthly inventory and service reports to internal and external shareholders, as well as participate in the monthly metrics review

Team Leadership and Development

• Lead and motivate the supply chain team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven culture
• Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members
• Identify and assess potential risks in the supply chain, including disruptions, and develop mitigation strategies
• Monitor and respond to changes in market conditions that may impact the supply chain

Regulatory Compliance

• Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards governing food safety, quality, and supply chain practices
• Perform other duties as assigned