Supply Chain Manager

Summary: American Tack & Hardware is a leading consumer goods designer and producer of home décor products sold through major retailers and ecommerce. We’re looking for an energetic problem solver to join our fun team that’s focused on better understanding our business and related data as well as leveraging technology to work more efficiently. The ideal candidate will have proven experience developing and implementing global sourcing strategies that deliver cost productivity while improving quality and service levels, managing supplier relationships, and implementing supplier scorecards to monitor supplier performance.

Responsibilities:

• Identify and deliver material cost productivity to the cost of goods sold leveraging continuous improvement methodologies.
• Optimize the supply chain of goods and services from our suppliers through to our customers by focusing on lead time reduction.
• Develop & own supplier scorecards evaluating on quality, pricing, delivery, adherence to corporate guidelines and other relevant metrics; work with underperforming suppliers to develop/complete required CAPA activities.
• Develop, negotiate, and execute agreement with suppliers that provides best in class services.
• Lead New Product Innovation projects from sourcing side.
• Identify new suppliers to support life cycle product strategy for new, existing, or end of life products.
• Develop comprehensive request for proposals, analysis and reporting of benchmarking information.
• Ensure that all procurement is in compliance with all applicable regulations and laws related to procurement practices and in accordance with standard practices and company policies.
• Evaluate current and new suppliers to develop and improve service levels in search of continuous improvement regarding total cost and efficiency.
• Negotiate Master Supply Agreements (including pricing, MOQ, terms, IP, and other relevant legal issues) to obtain the maximum value for each dollar of expenditure and focus on obtainment of high inventory turns.
• Participate and/or lead cross-functional teams related to quality, price, inventories and availability of materials.
• Participate in Supplier quality audits for conformance to corporate requirements.
• Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Demand Planning, Finance, etc.) to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Lead, mentor, and manage one buyer/planner.
• Other tasks as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Relationship Management:
• Lead business reviews with key suppliers.
• Manage supplier relationships including communicating risks/opportunities with stake holders. Make recommendations for alternate suppliers, designs, and materials to reduce costs and supply risks. Will require periodic travel to supplier locations.
• Monitor the performance of suppliers to ensure they meet company standards. Develop and implement methods for improving supplier quality and service performance. Resolve claims (both internal and external) in a fair and ethical manner while protecting the long-term interests of the company.
• Build partnerships with internal stakeholders to gather and/or understand the requirements of their procurement needs; facilitate communication with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Procurement- Sourcing experience in the following commodities and processes from Southeastern Asia (non-China) or Mexico:
• Metal fabrication including high volume stamping and zinc die casting.
• Metal finishing including electroplating, powder coating and E-Coating.
• Turnkey or contract manufacturing of electronic CPG items such as high and low voltage LED lighting products and consumer electronics. Experience in decorative products preferred but not required.
• Demonstrated record of identifying, initiating, and delivering year over year cost savings.
• Experience with problem solving skills including the ability to analyze, think and communicate with well-supported data.
• Experience developing and implementing global sourcing strategies.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of demand planning and manufacturing practices.
• Demonstrated success with negotiations and strategy execution.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).
• Previous annual spend under management of $30MM preferred.
• Change management experience gained in a lean distribution, or six sigma environment is preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Manage one buyer/planner.

Education and Experience:

•       Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management, or an equivalent combination of formal education and work experience.

•        Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in Supply Chain.

•        Experience working with NetSuite, Extensiv, or Anaplan is a plus.

•        Lean/Six-Sigma certification and/or experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to commute to our Brookfield, WI office
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Must be able to traverse and access all areas of the warehouse.

About the Company:

American Tack & Hardware offers complete lines of distinctive decorative home accent products, including trend-forward Wallplates, cost-effective LED Nite Lites, innovative Under Cabinet Lighting, LED Battery Operated Lights, energy-saving Timers, Dimmers and Lighting Controls. We distribute to leading home centers, lighting showrooms, mass merchandisers, and drug & supermarket chains throughout North America.

American Tack & Hardware encourages innovative ideas and offers its associates a highly-interactive team atmosphere, a business casual work environment, team-building events, a full benefit package, and growth opportunities for professional development.