*job details*general summary:the supply chain manager is responsible for supply chain infrastructure designs, landed costs ofimport/export logistics, synchronization of supply with demand, including production planningand control.
responsible for inventory management and distribution, including warehousing,transportation, and import/export processes.principal duties, responsibilities and authority:- operates within the system and policy structure required by corporate, division and juarez- plant policies.- oversight of purchasing and order processing functions.- oversight of continuous replenishment and vendor-managed inventory programs, production- control, and master scheduling.- may develop policies, procedures, systems, and programs to meet objectives and ensure- continuous improvement in production, inventory, and distribution.- may develop detailed proposals, give presentations, and communicate across the supply- chain to ensure quality standards and customer requirements are met.- may contribute to data analysis and decisions regarding vendor incentives and price- protections.- ensure cost-effective inventory levels.- coordinate investigation and make recommendations on "make-buy" analyses.- assist in the evaluation of alternate material and process changes with design engineeringknowledge, skills and abilities required:- ba / bs degree in business, logistics, or marketing.
advanced degree preferred.- apics certification or training in supply chain management(highly desired)- working knowledge of forecasting methods and techniques.- knowledge of supply chain management.- eight years experience in a manufacturing environment, with three years of experience- supervising cross-functional teams and directing reports.- working knowledge of jci systems and ability to use microsoft office.- working knowledge of other disciplines, such as manufacturing, engineering, marketing,- quality control, and accounting.- effective oral and written communication skills; must be able to effectively present- information and respond to questions from individuals and teams; must be able to convey-information to multiple levels of staff and management.- bi-lingual english/spanish (written/verbal) preferred- able to travel.