Envoy Solutions
Supply Chain Manager
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Job Description
- Req#: 2604
- Responsible for a team of Purchasing Agents, Expediters and Sourcing Agents, overseeing the direction, coordination, and purchasing from all vendors within assigned categories.
- Team Leadership:
- Develop and Implement Purchasing Strategies:
- Supplier Management:
- Inventory Management:
- Budget Management:
- Process Improvement:
- Compliance and Reporting:
- Additional responsibilities as directed.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing leadership position, preferably in the assigned category
- Strong knowledge of supply chain management and purchasing best practices
- Ability to lead and motivate a team
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, keen attention to detail and organizational skills
- Works well under pressure; ability to meet deadlines and drive results
- Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Position Overview
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement activities of goods and services necessary for the organization to continue exceeding customer expectations. This role involves managing supplier relationships, leading a team of purchasing, expediting and sourcing staff, and ensuring the timely delivery of quality products. Working in conjunction with the Director of Supply Chain to achieve Company initiatives and financial objectives as provided by Executive Leadership. This position shares accountability to meet and exceed the company’s Fill Rate, Turns, and Slow & Obsolete inventory targets.
Responsibilities Include:
o Assess, develop and lead a high performing team and drive the team to continuously improve processes and attain higher levels of customer satisfaction while understanding how the group’s performance impacts the company’s bottom line.
o Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture
o Coordinate with Category Managers on new items, vendor issues, and SKU changes. Work closely work Category Manager in evaluating best practices for optimal inventory turns.
o Design and implement effective purchasing strategies to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services.
o Analyze market trends to anticipate supply and price shifts.
o Determine the appropriate procurement path for items including buying direct vs. transfer and hub/spoke models
o Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
o Conduct regular performance reviews and audits of suppliers to ensure compliance with standards.
o Address performance issues with vendors to ensure timely and accurate delivery
o Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with the logistics team to maintain optimal stock levels.
o Maintain timely and thorough communication with the Distribution Centers leadership on product concerns and needs.
o Maintain and balance inventory levels within the Distribution Centers using on-hand, on-order, and transfer quantities to meet or exceed service levels, fill rates and turns while keeping inventory levels within company required parameters.
o Review and disposition of slow & obsolete (SLOB) inventory.
o Develop and manage the procurement budget.
o Monitor expenditure and identify cost-saving opportunities.
o Recommend and implement processes to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of purchasing operations through identifying, troubleshooting, and managing the day-to-day processes.
o Implement best practices and innovative solutions to improve the procurement function.
o Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements and internal policies.
o Provide monthly and ad-hoc executive reports/status to Senior Management with use of Excel, PowerPoint and pivot tables.
The ideal candidate will have:
Base Pay Range: Up to $120,000 annually
The compensation range reflects the Company’s current grade for this role and reasonable expectation at the time of posting. We consider a number of factors when making individual compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, and other business factors. This role may also be eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program.
This position offers a competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits program.
About the company
Envoy Solutions is a specialized distributor and solution provider for facility supplies, food service, packaging solutions, and specialty marketing solutions. Learn more about our solutions.
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