AMETEK ยท 1 day ago
Director, Strategic Supply Chain
AMETEK is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions, and they are seeking a Director of Strategic Supply Chain. This role is responsible for leading and executing the supply chain strategy across multiple manufacturing sites, coordinating purchasing, production planning, and logistics to improve overall supply chain performance.
ElectronicsManufacturing
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a unified supply chain strategy across all BU sites
Drive cost reductions through the site teams and Global Sourcing Group
Standardize and improve processes across all locations
Oversee strategic procurement and supplier management
Implement operational excellence initiatives to improve supply chain performance
Establish performance dashboards and metrics
Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure supply continuity
Prepares and manages planning processes and master scheduling regarding production materials used in the manufacture of customer products, WIP materials flow, procurement systems and shipping
Manages, prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices to buyers and inter-company planners
Analyzes market, supplier and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability in support of manufacturing
Negotiates for contract of outsourced production items
Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
Interacts with suppliers to address continuous reduction of lead-times, material costs and on time delivery of materials
Responsible for creating and maintaining supplier performance reporting
Perform other related duties as required or directed
Qualification
Required
Must possess solid analytical skills in forecasting and anticipating production needs and capabilities
Must be strong at negotiations and negotiation strategies with a track record of supplier savings and improvements in supplier performance and working capital
Must be able to prioritize workload in a multitasking environment, short-term tactical along with longer term strategic activities
Must be able to work independently with minimum supervision and have the ability to interact positively and motivate others in a multi-site environment
Excellent communication and influence skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Willingness to work a flexible schedule and travel
Strong ability to communicate with all levels of the organization from the production floor to the executive office; strong interpersonal, leadership, & organizational skills
Experience preferably in the military or aerospace industries
Experience with lean, Six Sigma, SIOP and operational excellence initiatives
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
Minimum 10 years experience in Supply Chain
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations in a fast paced environment
Strong interpersonal skills requiring the ability to influence, resolve conflicting interests and obtain cooperation
Due to contracts with the United States Government, the candidate must be either a US Citizen or Green card holder
Preferred
Experience with Oracle ERP preferred
Company
AMETEK
AMETEK is a manufacturer of electronic instruments and electromechanical devices.
Funding
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Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2007-01-30Acquired
1978-01-13IPO
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