Operations Supply Chain Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled Operations Manager to lead our production and material planning efforts across multiple product lines.

This is an exciting opportunity to drive business goals and meet customer needs by working closely with cross-functional teams.

As an Operations Manager, you will be responsible for managing production and material planning, demand planning through the Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP) process, and inventory management activities to ensure targets are met.

You will work closely with teams, including Product Line Managers, Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Supplier Operations, and Management to drive business goals and meet customer needs.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management, inventory control, and leadership skills with the ability to influence and motivate cross-functional teams.

They will also possess expertise in data analytics tools, such as Excel and Tableau, and experience in leading change management initiatives to drive process improvements and organizational change.

Apart from regular job duties, this role requires strategic thinking, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks effectively.

• Main Duties:
• Manage, direct, and assist all members of the planning and production control team in day-to-day activities.
• Mentor and assist in the development of staff members, carrying out performance reviews and working with the team on their development plans.
• Preparation of management/executive scorecards and reporting. Participation in management meetings and operational reviews.
• Lead and develop SIOP process within BUs and Sites
• Gather information relating to the forecast from various sources including meetings with BU representatives and customers.
• Provide clear build requirements/forecast to internal and external manufacturing partners. Monitor delivery and lead improvement activities.
• Work on and lead inventory management activities to ensure inventory targets are met.
• Partner with procurement team to support identification and validation of material requirements and best practice inventory management and controls.
• Transformation of the supply chain process to improve efficiency using MRP and wider ERP as the core.
• Maintain accurate MRP inputs, diagnose incorrect MRP outputs, and utilize MRP functionality to manage supply and demand efficiently.
• Cross-train with existing members of staff to help cover sickness/vacation periods.
• Coordinate with Engineering on NPI products to help achieve best possible time to market.
• Manage with team, new and existing product ramps ensuring availability of appropriate capacity and resources
• Lead and drive continuous improvement activities within the supply chain.
• Demonstrate and adhere to company values.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and 6+ years of experience working in one or more of the following areas: supply chain management, inventory control, operations management, or a related field.

Preferred Skills and Experience:

APICS Certification, Lean Six Sigma certification, willingness to travel between sites, knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics (AX) or similar ERP, subject matter expert in Bill of Materials (AMRs/EMs/eBOMs/mBOMS), and demonstrated track record of performance in driving results and influencing others.

Benefits:

This role offers opportunities for professional growth and development, a competitive salary, and benefits package.

Others:

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your qualifications and experience.

Keywords: Operations Manager Supply Chain Management Inventory Control Leadership Data Analytics Change Management.