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AUDIX LLC

Supply Chain Manager

AUDIX LLC, Wilsonville, Oregon, United States, 97070


Supply Chain ManagerLocation: Wilsonville, OR, 97070Department:

MANUFACTURING

Reports to:

SR. DIRECTOR OPERATIONS

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will manage and coordinate all activities related to procurement, inventory control, material movement, stockroom operations, and shipping/receiving. The focus will be on controlling costs, improving quality, and ensuring product availability. The role involves examining existing procedures and identifying opportunities for streamlining activities to meet product distribution needs. The candidate will develop and implement analytical tools and tactics to optimize inventory investment in line with the strategic direction set by the management team.

Essential Functions/Responsibilities:

Review, plan, and maintain ordering parameters and inventory levels for new and existing manufactured parts to support production and inventory strategies.

Monitor and procure operational supplies (materials, gages, expendable tooling, supplies, and services) to support the production schedule, ensuring all purchases are properly executed and documented.

Provide management oversight for product shipment and stockroom operations, including processing, packaging, receiving, storing, distribution, and shipment of finished goods. Develop methods and processes to ensure material availability, timely delivery, and quality of service within established timeframes and budgets.

Establish preferred supplier selection criteria based on evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, compliance with governmental procurement regulations, and company standards. Implement standard/automated re-order procedures and develop crisis management and supplier backup contingency programs. Negotiate long-term contracts in coordination with company policies.

Review, report, and maintain manufacturing part information. Prepare inventory reports and lists of required materials and/or goods to meet sales and manufacturing requirements.

Prepare bid specifications, evaluate supplier performance to cost values, recommend supplier selection, negotiate prices, and monitor PO status to ensure timely delivery of goods purchased both domestically and internationally.

Expedite production materials as necessary to meet delivery schedules and maintain Purchase Order data to reflect supplier commitments. Communicate quality and service requirements and issues and maintain repetitive order parameters to balance inventory in support of business strategies.

Establish methods to maintain accuracy of inventory transactions and on-hand quantities, including oversight of inventory audits. Provide inventory trend analysis, plan versus actual variance reporting, and manage the cycle counting program to ensure recording accuracy and that inventory targets are met and maintained.

Provide timely updates to the Sr. Director of Operations on all production, supply chain, and quality-related issues. Deliver progress reports, schedule adjustments, quality issues, or other adjustments that may impact project deadlines or parameters.

Ensure adherence to timelines, use of appropriate data and decision support tools, and development of reports and analysis to drive the process. Continuously drive process improvements.

Work with the Sr. Director of Operations to develop policies and procedures for the assigned area.

Manage departmental staff and budget. Coordinate activities of buyers and support staff engaged in the planning, acquisition, and distribution of materials to support operations, production requirements, and product development. Assist with work prioritization. Conduct annual performance appraisals and performance improvement plans when needed. Develop training and development plans for staff.

Adhere to company policies and procedures. Work in a safe manner and ensure safety procedures are followed.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Specific Job Skills:

Coordinate and exercise functional authority for planning, organizing, integrating, and controlling activities in assigned areas.

Comprehensive knowledge of supply chain management practices, ERP and inventory management, production and processing (knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture of goods).

Knowledge of MRP/ERP systems and global sourcing is preferred.

Strong hands-on experience supervising in an electro-mechanical manufacturing environment.

Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.

Strong multi-tasking ability and detail orientation. High degree of organization and planning skills.

Strong leadership, verbal, and written communication skills.

Ability to manage a team, develop people, and work collaboratively across functions to achieve outcomes that support business objectives.

Strong computer skills, including experience with Microsoft Office suite of products (Outlook, Excel, and Word).

Requires a high degree of initiative, results orientation, ethics, and tenacity. Ability to work within given parameters to achieve optimal results.

Education:

BS/BA degree in a relevant discipline is required. APICS or ISM certification is preferred. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of similar and progressive experience within an electro-mechanical manufacturing facility, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.

Job Conditions:

This employee normally operates in a manufacturing environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand or sit; manipulate objects, tools, computer keyboard, and controls; walk, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl for long periods of time. May be required to lift up to 30 lbs. and lift more than 30 lbs. with assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to focus, and the ability to distinguish colors. The employee will work near and/or with moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals, fumes, and airborne particles where the use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is required. Some job pressure exists in balancing several projects with conflicting and sometimes changing deadlines. Ability to operate telephones and computer hardware and software, including keyboard and 10-key. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

If you are a highly motivated and results-driven individual with a passion for supply chain management, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity!

Benefits offered:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Flexible and Dependent Care spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

14 Holidays

Vision insurance

Short and Long Term Insurance

Life/ADD Insurance

Employment contingent on successful background check & drug screening.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.Well qualified applicants will be contacted immediately.

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