Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations and other relevant safety standards.
Develop and implement safety protocols to protect employees and maintain a safe working environment.
Monitor and enforce adherence to safety regulations throughout the supply chain.
Stay updated on regulatory changes and ensure the supply chain processes comply with all applicable laws and regulations.
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.
Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to secure favorable terms.
Manage supplier relationships to ensure adherence to quality standards and delivery timelines.
Monitor supplier performance and address any issues promptly to maintain supply chain efficiency.
Source and negotiate price and terms of purchase with suppliers for new marketing or cost improvement projects.
Identify, negotiate, and resolve issues related to materials and capacity availability and order-promising integrity.
Forecast demand and plan inventory levels to meet production needs.
Optimize raw material stock to minimize carrying costs while ensuring availability.
Manage warehouse operations and inventory tracking systems to maintain accurate records.
Implement inventory control strategies to prevent stockouts and overstock situations.
Create purchase orders with raw materials suppliers and contract manufacturers based on customer demand and sales forecast requirements.
Coordinate delivery of materials to align with production schedules and customer requirements, supporting on-time order shipment and corporate inventory levels.
Collaborate with production teams to develop and maintain production schedules.
Coordinate material flow within the manufacturing facility to ensure smooth operations.
Monitor production progress and address bottlenecks to maintain efficiency.
Arrange transportation and delivery of finished goods to customers.
Select and manage logistics providers to ensure reliable and cost-effective services.
Optimize shipping routes and costs to improve delivery efficiency.
Ensure timely delivery to customers and address any logistical issues.
Analyze supply chain costs and identify areas for improvement.
Implement cost-saving initiatives across the supply chain to enhance profitability.
Negotiate better pricing with suppliers to reduce procurement costs.
Monitor quality standards throughout the supply chain to ensure product consistency.
Implement quality control measures to minimize defects and returns.
Utilize data analytics to identify trends and make informed supply chain decisions.
Generate reports on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to supply chain performance.
Develop and analyze Supply Chain KPIs, identify opportunities, and develop plans to close gaps.
Update and maintain ERP with data, including purchasing price (quotes), planning lead-time, lot sizes, safety stock, etc.
Communicate with suppliers, marketing, operations, and customer service regarding any issues affecting supply chain processes and service levels, both internally and externally.
Develop standard work and work instructions for the materials department.
Effective communication with stakeholders and flexibility in work schedule are essential.
Perform special projects and other duties as required.
Requires working a flexible work schedule, as needed
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, a related technical field (engineering, logistics, supply chain, or similar).
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in supply chain management or a related field, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
Professional certification (e.g., CSCP, CPIM) is a plus.
Experience with data analytics tools and software (e.g., Power BI, Sales Force) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems is preferred.
Ability to negotiate with suppliers and distributors.
Comfort with leading and training employees.
Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
The ability to travel up to 10% of the time.
Excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.
Detail-oriented, highly accurate, and dependable.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English; a second language is a plus.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to work effectively and communicate positively with managers and employees at all levels of the organization.
Must be able to frequently stand, sit, walk, reach, kneel, and lift, move, or transport up to 25 lbs.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Textile Manufacturing
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