Supply Chain Manager

IDEX; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

IDEX in Portage, Michigan is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to drive improvements in customer on-time delivery and reduce costs through effective inventory management. This position requires a strong understanding of lean principles and the ability to lead and develop a high-performing supply chain team.

The ideal candidate will possess a BS degree in Supply Chain/Sourcing or Engineering, 8 years of operations experience, and APICS certification. Excellent problem-solving and communication skills are essential to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• 8 years of operations experience in supply chain and procurement.
• Ability to influence senior management and teams.
• Experience in a lean manufacturing setting.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in customer on-time delivery and cost reduction.
• Lead a supply chain team supporting Order to Cash framework.
• Ensure policies are consistently administered.

Skills

Lean principles knowledge

ERP system knowledge

Strong business acumen

Quantitative analysis

Strong problem-solving skills

Verbal and written communication

Team player

Education

BS in Supply Chain/Sourcing or Engineering

APICS certification

Job description

Business Unit

603 OPTX Keene NH OR Micro-LAM Portage MI

Responsibilities

• Drive improvements in customer on-time-delivery, working capital through inventory reduction and cost reduction with sourcing savings.
• Organize and implement strategic initiatives and standardized approaches in Order Management, Demand Planning, Procurement, Inventory Management and Logistics.
• Lead a supply chain team that supports the Order to Cash framework.
• Develop and maintain safe work practices.
• Ensure the Supply Chain is synchronized to produce maximum efficiencies and lowest cost of operation.
• Work closely with leadership team to achieve operational objectives in safety, quality, delivery and cost.
• Develop and maintain scorecards of key suppliers in quality, delivery and cost and review performance with them quarterly.
• Develop subordinates to optimize their skills and performances in a team environment.
• Set team goals and motivate subordinates to meet or exceed expectations.
• Conduct Daily Improvement meetings reviewing S, Q, D, C, G.
• Ensure plant and Corporate Policies are consistently administered.
• Define resource needs and work within budget and staffing parameters to accomplish objectives for areas of responsibilities.
• Define long term production capacity, continuous improvement projects and strategic planning.

Qualifications

• Complete knowledge of lean principles and coaching skills to assist in their implementation.
• ERP system knowledge.
• Strong business acumen with P&L experience.
• A solid track record for performance in operations, business, supply chain & procurement.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior management, teams and individuals.
• Strong organization and time management skills.
• Solid quantitative skill set and the ability to analyze, think, and communicate with well-supported data.
• Strong problem-solving skills; the ability to ask the right questions, help frame logical conclusions and arrive at effective solutions.
• Strong verbal and written communication competencies.
• Education and/or Experience: BS in Supply Chain/Sourcing or engineering with 8 years operations experience.
• APICS certification.
• Demonstrated experience developing Order to Cash process in a lean manufacturing setting.
• Good interactive people skills with the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups, management and/or individuals.
• Team player who supports both management and team members.
• Ability to appraise a situation through data analysis and facilitate team members accordingly.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills to help focus and motivate employees in a positive and constructive fashion.

Additional Requirements

Certain positions with IDEX Corporation and its business units require access to controlled goods and technologies subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants for these positions may need to be "U.S. Persons" as defined by these regulations. Generally, a "U.S. Person" is a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, or an individual granted refugee or asylum status.

Equal Opportunity Employer

IDEX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IDEX gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, creed, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other consideration or protected category made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know.