SCM Associate Director

Job Description

Role :- Reporting to the VP Supply Chain on a day-to-day basis and oversees several key functions within the supply chain department that enable the delivery of a high-quality service to end users, and to ensure Service Support and Service Delivery processes are in place to meet business needs. This position is a stakeholder facing role and requires that you establish and manage expectations within the business and drive the Supply Chain team to achieve those expectations to a high standard. This description reflects the core activities of the role but is not intended to be all-inclusive and other duties within the group/department may be required in addition to changes in the emphasis of duties as required from time to time. There is a requirement for the candidate holding this position to recognize this and adopt a flexible approach to work. Responsibilities The supply Chain Director is responsible for developing the supply chain strategy and to improve the supply chain s productivity and reduce costs to make it more efficient. Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain. Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain. Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies located in the company, at sites, and in the factory. Maintains required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production. Analyzes current inventories and procedures; suggests improvements to increase efficiency of supply chain and profitability for the company. Develops policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring quality and safety; implements subsequent changes to processes Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes with attention to consolidation of warehousing and distribution. Negotiates prices for raw material and delivery with suppliers, vendors, and/or shipping companies. Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies and materials. Acts as part of the team coordinating engineering changes, product line extension, or new product launches to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments. Managing a team of supply chain managers, coordinators, and specialists who are responsible for planning and executing supply chain activities Implementing new technologies to improve efficiency in the supply chain process Candidate must be willing to work in a Start-up environment during US working hours.