Supply Chain Manager

Job Title -Sr. Supply Chain Manager

Job Location - Hilo, Hawaii

The Sr. Supply Chain Manager is a key critical role for our Hilo, Hawaii Operations. Responsibilities range from leading teams across procurement, inventory management, logistics, distribution, product tracking, driver management, problem-solving, training, managing staff, and overseeing the day-to-day logistics for ground and ocean movements to the mainland.

Key Responsibilities:

Supply Chain Operations:

• Oversee the receiving, warehousing, distribution, raw materials, finished goods, and e-commerce warehouses, as well as assigning warehouse maintenance and upkeep tasks to appropriate team members
• Coordinate transportation and warehousing activities, selecting optimal shipping routes, and managing logistics providers to ensure timely deliveries
• Oversee logistics and planning to meet production goals and metrics
• Oversee sales orders and execution
• Identify potential supply chain disruptions and implement mitigation strategies to minimize the impact on operations
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline operations, reduce bottlenecks, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency
• Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies that are aligned with company objectives, including cost reduction, inventory optimization, and delivery performance targets
• Maintains inventory records according to movement and physical counts
• Utilizes ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning in Netsuite) capabilities, answers and verifies appropriate shipment details are accurate and up to date
• Oversee all inbound material flows to the production facility along with outbound finished goods to the mainland via our ocean providers
• Participates and engages in all problem-solving sessions related to identifying improvement opportunities for material handling or shipping
• Identify and clearly communicate to the Leadership Team all logistic issues related to truck shipping
• Creates and implements strategies for business growth and efficiencies
• Improves internal processes for better productivity
• Monitors and manages warehouse and logistics budget
• Selects carriers for transportation and negotiates rates and contracts with carriers
• Responds to and resolve complaints and problems from clients
• Collaborating with internal departments like sales, marketing, and operations to ensure alignment with supply chain strategies and customer needs

Personnel Management:

• Lead cross-functional teams across procurement, warehousing, transportation, and distribution, fostering collaboration and performance improvement, KPIS, and goals
• Oversees and maintains CDL A Driver compliance (trucks, trailers, maintenance, registration, fuel)

Other Duties:

• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Schedule:

The ideal candidate will be available to work Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm HST, and occasional weekends as needed. Days and times may vary.

Requirements

Experience & Skills:

• 5 years NetSuite or similar ERP System Experience (Sales Orders, Transfer Orders, Inventory Management, data analysis tools) Required
• Advanced knowledge of MS Excel preferred; basic knowledge of MS Excel required
• 5 years minimum warehouse experience at supervisory level or above required
• 5 years of Logistics experience with ocean and over the road type movements preferred
• Proven track record in managing complex supply chains across different industries
• Strong analytical capabilities to identify trends, opportunities for improvement and making informed decisions
• Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams, build consensus, and drive results; strong knowledge of servant leadership model and methods
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels

Education:

• High school diploma/ GED Required
• Bachelors degree in a related field preferred

Regards

Mark Putrell