Paris Corporation · 2 months ago
VP of Supply Chain and Customer Service
Paris Corporation is seeking a Vice President of Supply Chain and Customer Service to develop and implement strategies to optimize their supply chain and customer service operations. The role involves managing cross-functional teams to ensure efficient operations and continuous improvement in various processes.
ManufacturingPaper ManufacturingRetail
Responsibilities
Lead and evolve the demand planning process. Leverage ERP and forecasting software to maximize inventory management with a balance of high service levels and high inventory turns. This role will lead and be responsible for the management of all forecasting activities associated with customers and vendors
Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligning with the company's goals and objectives
Build and lead a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
Oversee the management of warehousing facilities, ensuring efficient flow, inventory management, and order fulfillment
Manage transportation, distribution, and delivery processes to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customers
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness and efficiency of department operations
Develop, implement, and manage internal manufacturing scheduling processes. Work with manufacturing leadership to ensure the internal manufacturing production scheduling process is robust, efficient, and cost-effective
Lead, train, mentor, and develop customer service staff for optimum performance levels and ensure proactive account management
Maintain and enhance customer relationships and meet organizational and operational objectives and goals
Utilizes data, insights, and feedback to optimize support services
Strive for a high-performing Support function to quickly and effectively respond to customer needs and asks
Plan, prioritize, and delegate work tasks to ensure the proper functioning of the department
Ability to work closely with other departments, including production, distribution, and supply chain, as well as with our outside sales reps
Work closely with inside and outside sales representatives regarding quotes and quality-related questions or issues
Maintain effective customer service for all internal and external customers by utilizing excellent, in-depth knowledge of company products and programs
Establish and create SOPs
High degree of business acumen, ability to analyze sales trends, order patterns, pricing exceptions, etc
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Operations Management, or general Business is strongly preferred (or a combination of education and experience)
Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain operations, procurement, logistics, or a similar field
The ability to analyze data, find meaningful insights, and note important trends
Strong computer skills, with Microsoft Office proficiency (an Excel superuser)
Proven ability to meet tight deadlines
Customer-focused with the ability to work with all levels of an organization
Superior communication skills (verbal and written) with strong attention to detail
MRP systems experience required
Experience dealing with retail customers (ex., Walmart, Target, Best Buy, Rite Aid)
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
401K with company match
Life Insurance
Make it Better Charity Program
Generous PTO and Holidays
First Friday Lunches
Employee Recognition and Rewards
Business casual dress
Summer hours
On-site gym