Supply Chain Manager - Eagle Technologies, a Convergix Automation Solutions Company

Eagle Technologies is now part of the Convergix Automation Solutions family.

Our Supply Chain team leads continuous improvements to the overall function of Convergix West Michigan by driving strategic programs focused on reducing overall cost for everyone involved. Teams are made of talented business-oriented buyers/schedulers who enjoy thinking outside the box with their team to solve practical problems with no standard solution.

What would a typical day be like?

• Lead procurement, sourcing, shipping and receiving, inventory management and other assigned groups that constitute the supply chain organization for all Convergix West Michigan
• Manage activities related to strategic or tactical purchasing, material requirements planning, inventory control, warehousing, or receiving.
• Improve physical supply chain processes, such as workflows, cycle times, position responsibilities, or system flows.
• Develop procedures for coordination of supply chain management with other functional areas, such as operations, sales, marketing, finance and quality assurance.
• Design or implement supply chains that support business strategies adapted to changing market conditions, new business opportunities, or cost reduction strategies.
• Analyze customer demand, sales forecast and historical material usage to develop and execute build to order demand and prepare material forecasts and metrics to align material receipts/management with project & customer requirements.
• Achieve financial objectives working with management to prepare the materials budget, material forecasts, material receipt schedules, scheduled expenditures, analyze variances, and initiate corrective actions with suppliers.
• Define performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of supply chain factors, such as product cost, OTD and quality.
• Design and implement plant warehousing strategies for production materials or finished products.
• Analyze inventories to determine how to increase inventory turns, reduce waste, or optimize customer service, e.g., vendor managed inventory opportunities
• Participate in the coordination of engineering changes, product line extensions, or new product launches to ensure orderly and timely transitions in material or production flow.
• Engage in quoting, engineering, manufacturing, and project management to achieve cost reduction targets.
• Ensure the correct parts are delivered to the correct location at the right time for the best price at each business segment.
• Monitor and communicate supplier performance for suppliers at all segment levels.
• Coordinate with cross-functional business teams to develop the best economic strategy for project sourcing planning to support customer demand.
• Establish and implement methods and best practices related to the systems and process that support purchasing and material control.
• Participate as a member of the operations team in making cross-functional operational decisions.
• Develop material cost forecasts or standard cost lists.
• Appraise vendor manufacturing ability through on-site visits and measurements.
• Negotiate prices and terms with suppliers.
• Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes or to determine their effect on supply chain activities.
• Analyze information about supplier performance or procurement program success

What qualifies you for this opportunity?

• Minimum of 7 years’ experience in analytical, operational or project management roles
• Previous Supply Chain and Operational Excellence experience
• Working knowledge of MRP systems; Engineer to Order (ETO) environment preferred
• Minimum of 3 years’ leadership experience required
• Experience in business process re-engineering and developing and implementing technology solutions
• Experience in working in a global environment, ability to liaise/communicate effectively at different management levels
• Ability to liaise/communicate effectively and easily with cross-functional teams and different cultures
• Problem solving skills are critical to work in this fast-paced environment
• Experience with Six Sigma, Lean

• Reliable transportation and an ability to travel

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

What does CONVERGIX Offer You?

Here at CONVERGIX, we offer a very generous compensation and benefits package including:

• Comprehensive benefits and 401K/RRSP packages (including health, dental, vision coverage and more!)
• Clear paths for career advancement and opportunities for professional development
• Hands on experience with the latest automation technologies and tools
• The chance to be part of a globally recognized workplace that consistently develops cutting-edge solutions that set industry standards
• A diverse and inclusive atmosphere that provides support for employees from all walks of life

ABOUT CONVERGIX AUTOMATION SOLUTIONS

Convergix Automation Solutions is a Global Systems Integrator specializing in custom automated manufacturing systems including, robotics, controls, material handling, information and software systems, process automation in a variety of manufacturing industries. With over 900 employees, 25 Locations worldwide and $300M in Sales, Convergix is growing organically as well through acquisition to become a leading $1B Automation Integration global partner. We are a single source automation solutions provider that leverages the geography, technology, industry expertise and capacity of the entire Convergix portfolio across the entire value chain for our customers in a diverse set of industries.

Learn more about us: https://convergixautomation.com/

What does CONVERGIX value?

Our values are our foundational concepts on which we build CONVERGIX; we adhere to these no matter what mountain we climb.

• Integrity - Respect, Transparency, Commitment
• Excellence - Continuous Improvement, Innovation, Collaboration, Communication
• Passion - Momentum, Sense of Urgency, Growth, Success, Velocity

Why join the CONVERGIX team?

As a growing company in the industrial technology industry and rooted with strong corporate values, CONVERGIX Automation Solutions can offer a unique value proposition to employees. We are expanding at a rapid pace as we continue the path to be a $1 Billion company. CONVERGIX brings a new, holistic approach to automation throughout the value chain. At CONVERGIX, products, technology, experience, support and expertise intersect to empower customers in every industry to reach their full potential.

We thank all candidates for their interest, however only those considered for an interview will be contacted.

CONVERGIX Automation Solutions has an accommodation program in place that provides reasonable accommodations for employees with disabilities. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or a medical need, please contact Human Resources.