Supply Chain Manager (3148)

Job Summary: 

The primary responsibility of the Supply Chain Director is to drive the procurement of materials and services, negotiating with vendors to achieve the best possible price with the best quality, all with the aim of improving the company’s margin while enhancing our customers’ experience. In addition, the Supply Chain Director will serve as a working team member and individual contributor to the overall team’s success. 

Typical Duties and Responsibilities: 

• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, machinery and supplies
• Drive consistency and accuracy within the company supply chain by developing and maintaining organization of all processes and procedures
• Identify problematic areas in regards to supply chain management, and implement solutions to overcome difficulties
• Develop and implement nation-wide purchasing/contract programs
• Maintain existing vendor relationships while developing new supply sources, negotiating with current vendors to obtain the best possible price and service guarantee
• Plan, organize and coordinate product deliveries
• Process purchase orders and measure vendor performance
• Complete other administrative tasks and responsibilities as identified and as needed
• Ensure that The Mersino Way is a guiding document in the day-to-day activities of each and every project

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in logistics, supply chain management, or combination of equivalent education and related experience 
• At least 5 years experience in supply chain management or an equivalent field
• Proficient in MS Office and other required PC software applications
• Advanced skills in MS Excel and understanding of Pivot Tables
• Planning and organizational skills in handling multiple projects

Specific Expectations: 

• Excellent internal and external customer service
• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to multi-task in a changing environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strongly self-motivated, ability to perform tasks with little or no direction
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Requires intermittent periods during which continuous physical exertion is required, such as walking, standing, stooping, climbing, lifting material or equipment, some of which may be heavy or awkward

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.