Supply Chain Director

POSITION SUMMARY

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the overall company Purchasing, Vendor Services, Inventory Management, and Material Management programs, along with leading and executing the Used Serviceable Material (USM) strategy. This role provides strategic direction and oversight of all supply chain management processes to meet company goals, along with managing assigned personnel. The ideal candidate will lead, develop, and improve overall team performance and USM strategy.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Hires and manages the Purchasing, Vendor Services, and Inventory Management employees as needed.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the work groups.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive to ensure employee effectiveness and performance.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Job Responsibilities:

• Provide short-term and long-term supply chain strategies based on customer demand and engine types to action USM requirements and increase overall contribution margin.
• Create detailed inventory models to understand current stocking positions, identify any possible exposure, and take necessary actions to optimize USM.
• Develop an expendable inventory stocking strategy, utilizing min/max and optimizing reorder levels to reduce order costs, handling costs, shipping costs, etc.
• Meet strategic objectives and provide oversight of all outside repair management activities.
• Establish cost and performance standards for Repair Vendors to ensure TAT (Turnaround Time), pricing, and quality goals are met.
• Create long-term inventory stocking strategies to maintain required service levels to support operational production and optimize USM.
• Lead and support continuous improvement activities to enhance overall team performance in Purchasing and Vendor Services.
• Ensure all elements of the Supply Chain teams are aligned and working towards the same company and departmental goals.
• Provide departmental metrics and performance reports.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Education:

• 4-year degree required or equivalent.

Experience:

• 5+ years of Supply Chain experience is a must.
• Previous Management experience required.
• Quantum experience preferred.
• Previous Purchasing and Inventory Management experience required.
• Negotiation experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of financial/logistics concepts in inventory management.
• Strong leadership abilities.
• Proven problem-solving skills.
• Ability to gather and compile large amounts of data for decision-making.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Excellent follow-up and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to handle deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Understanding of business and management principles.