Supply Chain Director

Overview:

Our client, a national leading electrical construction company is looking for their next Director of Supply Chain Management to join the team during an exciting time of unprecedented growth in DATA CENTER electrical modular construction. The Director of Supply Chain Management strategizes to improve customer service, productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations creating a real and lasting impact. Evaluates past performance data to forecast business needs. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for Demand Planning, Procurement, Logistics and Inventory Management and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure.

The preferred location for this role is in Texas - but the successful candidate may also reside in Sterling, VA.

About the Company:

CONFIDENTIAL

Work Responsibilities:

• Set the vision and strategy for Demand Planning, Procurement and Inventory Control to ensure a “Best-in-Class” Supply Chain Management (SCM) Program is executed to support company growth strategies and is adaptable to changing market conditions, environmental policies, regulations, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies.
• Define and ensure team delivery against key performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of supply chain factors, such as product cost, on-time delivery, or quality.
• Set overall direction for SCM collaboration in the Sales, Finance, Operations, and Manufacturing Planning (S&OP) process and drive KPI to ensure material planning matches demand for manufacturing.
• Direct the development of strategic relationships with key suppliers, including appraisal of supplier manufacturing ability, capacity and risk through on-site visits and measurements.
• Lead reduction of overall supply chain risk through team development of supply chain contingencies and proactive resolutions for demand/supply imbalances and disruption.
• Oversee procurement’s negotiation of costs and terms with suppliers, vendors, or freight forwarders and the communication of results to internal customers.
• Direct the process of mapping and selecting transportation routes to maximize on-time delivery and economy.

Leadership:

• Responsible for providing leadership to the team and ensuring that the team has the talent, resources, and readiness to meet short and long-term organizational goals as well as ensuring maximum productivity and performance.
• Build a strong multi-locational team atmosphere and foster collaboration across the organization.
• Ensure teams are working cross-functionally to meet MPS goals.
• Mentor, guide, and coach direct reports to expand their capabilities and performance. Provide ongoing performance feedback. Identify and take appropriate action for non-performance.
• Encourage, support and advocate for employee’s growth within the team and across the organization.
• Actively participate in and lead by example through all change management initiatives.

Staff Management:

• Effectively manage a multi-locational team under a fast pace and constantly changing circumstances.
• Proactively recruit, screen, and select candidates for current and future resource requirements.
• Ensure each employee has a clear and thorough understanding of their role and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with human resources to keep job descriptions current for each position.
• Ensure department structure and budgeted hiring plans are appropriate for performance and productivity levels required.
• Utilize the company’s performance management program as designed to align individual performance to overall performance objectives. Meet all completion requirements at a high-quality level. Provide ongoing performance feedback. Identify and take appropriate action for non-performance.
• Mentor, guide, and coach direct reports to expand their capabilities and performance.

What You Need To Be Successful:

• 10 years in professional experience specifically in supply chain management, procurement, contract management, project management or related role
• Demonstrates leadership and ability to work well with others establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with MPS staff and vendors.
• Demonstrated experience developing supply chain management strategies.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating contracts with vendors.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s) via contracts or Service Level Agreements (SLA’s)
• Demonstrated experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred.

Not necessary, but HIGHLY preferred:

• DATA CENTER CONSTRUCTION EXPERIENCE
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification preferred.
• Preferred: 5 years’ of procurement or supply chain or purchasing experience in commercial electrical construction.
• Preferred: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) Certification or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) Certification.

EEO Disclosure:

This company is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are considered regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, age (over 40), or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Compensation:

• If located in Sterling, Virginia: $220,000 - $240,000
• If located in Texas: $190,000 - $210,000
• Final offer of compensation to successful candidates will depend on qualifications and experience.

Benefits:

• ESOP – Employee Stock Ownership
• 25% Annual Bonus
• 401k
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, profitability, and achievement
• 17 PTO days per year plus 10 paid holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Term Life, AD&D Insurance, and Voluntary Life Insurance
• Disability Income Protection Insurance
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Plans (Health and Dependent Care)