Overview

Our Core Values

ELEVATE EVERYTHING – We each bring a specific set of skills to the table, offering up our expertise and resources to enhance the work of others. We challenge each other to be the best in order to achieve enduring value in the eyes of our customers.

BETTER IS BETTER – There is no finish line; we strive for continuous improvement in everything we do. We obsess over every detail to find ways to improve both our products and our process.

UNAPOLOGETICALLY ACCOUNTABLE – We’re open and honest in how we speak and listen. We celebrate each other’s successes, and collectively rally to solve every challenge. We own it!

COURAGEOUS INNOVATION – There are elegant ideas awaiting discovery in everything we do. We push everyone around us to pursue those ideas openly so we can continue to dominate the category.

COMMUNITY DRIVEN - As a family business, we understand the importance of enriching the communities we call home. As a company, and as individuals, we work to make our expertise available to do the most good for those around us.

Director of Supply Chain

Guided by a high-growth mindset and unwavering customer focus, the Director of Supply Chain leads a high-performance team overseeing planning, inventory, warehousing, and distribution functions. This pivotal role requires a deep comprehension of the entire supply chain ecosystem, coupled with adept leadership and strategic business acumen. As a thought leader, the Director collaborates closely with business leadership teams to pioneer fresh, customer-centric approaches and processes in supply chain management. Together, they innovate to navigate the fast-paced, dynamic business landscape, ensuring a sustainable competitive advantage.

Responsibilities

• Deep understanding of core supply chain functions: production planning, logistics, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution.
• Strategic supply chain planning: Ability to develop and implement long-term plans optimizing efficiency, cost, and responsiveness across the entire supply chain.
• Proven track record in reducing lead times and inventory while enhancing overall operational performance and fulfillment.
• Expand and implement internal inventory management processes and controls through improved usage of the ERP system, Advanced Planning system and business intelligence tools to improve inventory turns, inventory accuracy, and minimize excess/obsolete material. Own and manage inventory performance and utilization.
• Experience in effectively managing the supply chain for a high mix, high volume product lines within a rapidly growing business environment, with a track record of successfully integrating 30% or more new products annually into the supply chain.
• Risk management: Proactive identification and mitigation of potential supply chain disruptions.
• Technology adoption: Understanding of how supply chain technology such as automation, data analytics, and cloud computing can transform supply chain operations.
• Mastery of ERP and MPS Systems: In-depth knowledge of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and Master Production Planning (MPS) systems and their application within supply chain management. Utilize ERP/MPS data to drive strategic decision-making, optimize inventory management, and improve overall supply chain effectiveness.
• Data Analytics & Metrics: Ability to leverage data analytics to measure performance, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong financial understanding: Ability to analyze supply chain costs, implement cost-saving initiatives, and contribute to overall business profitability.
• Strategic thinking & planning: Translate company goals into actionable supply chain strategies that align with broader business objectives.
• A keen ability to analyze complex situations, identify solutions, and make sound decisions in a timely manner.
• Leadership & Team Management: Proven experience building and leading high-performing supply chain teams, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Effectively communicate and collaborate with Brand, Sales, Finance, Digital Transformation, and broader Operations teams.
• Develop, implement, and improve supply chain strategies for all purchased materials and related supply chain processes to ensure on-time delivery to customers at best cost and utilization of inventory. Assess global and industry best practices to develop and execute our supply chain roadmap.
• Responsible for managing and continually evolving the Monthly SI&OP processes in collaboration with Sales, Brand, Product Development, Manufacturing, Finance, and Sourcing.
• Champion strategic initiatives including new product introductions, business process improvement, and company infrastructure improvement.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Product Development, to align supply chain strategies with overall business goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or other related degree required. MBA preferred.
• 9-10 years domestic and international supply chain management experience in a high-mix manufacturing environment is required.
• Required experience in both fabricated metal products and consumer goods.
• Experience managing forecasting and production planning (SI&OP).
• Direct experience expanding the usage of the ERP/MPS for greater efficiency and effectiveness.
• Direct experience using Planetogether APS Software and Syspro ERP Software.
• Demonstrated understanding of smart warehousing, efficient spare parts management, autonomous and B2C & B2B logistics, prescriptive supply chain analytics, and digital supply chain enablers.
• Direct experience in managing NPI project teams.
• Knowledge of Lean principals as well as demonstrated Lean coaching and mentoring capability.
• Demonstrated project management experience especially in areas of part creation, supplier qualification, material cost reduction, and inventory optimization.
• Strong interpersonal skills in the areas of verbal and written communications, customer focus, professionalism, negotiating, coaching, and team building.
• Excellent communication skills in a cross functional workplace.
• Excellent problem identification and problem solving skills utilizing collaborative techniques and demonstrating a relentless pursuit of continual improvement.

Working Conditions:

• Working Environment: Office Position in a manufacturing environment
• Physical Demands: Lifting up to 25 lbs., sitting and talking on the phone and computer for long periods of time.
• Travel Requirements: As needed, less than 5% of the time.

Benchmade offers our employees a wide variety of comprehensive rewards and benefits including:

• Competitive pay
• Cash profit sharing and performance incentives
• Medical including Prescriptions and Vision
• Dental including Orthodontia
• Short-Term and Long-term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• 401K with company match
• Fitness Center Reimbursement
• Pay for time off, including holiday, bonus holidays, vacation, sick, bereavement and jury duty
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account
• Outstanding employee discounts on Benchmade products and other partner companies
• Tuition reimbursement
• Targeted development planning and learning opportunities
• Employee and family events throughout the year
• Most importantly, Benchmade provides a fun, family oriented and entrepreneurial work environment

This is an exciting time to be part of a company on the verge of even greater success. If you think you have what it takes to be part of a company that strives to create a working environment that stimulates team spirit, passion, engagement, and achievement, complete an application today. Please include a resume with your online application.

Benchmade Knife Company, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Benchmade complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, benefits, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal . If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact TalentAcquisition@benchmade.com or 1-800-800-7427.