What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supply Chain Manager position at Tandym?
Overview:
The Supply Chain Manager leads a team of buyer/planners to execute the site material plan, supporting site operations and contributing to customer satisfaction through schedule attainment and product quality. This role oversees the procurement of all materials, supplies, services, and equipment, ensuring compliance with company standards, procedures, and policies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead daily operations of the Supply Chain Team, supervising buyer/planners.
- Ensure products are purchased per company guidelines (i.e., ISO procedures).
- Collaborate globally to drive strategic sourcing and share best practices.
- Measure and communicate the impact of sourcing, planning, and purchasing.
- Manage inventory control, cost management, and supplier metrics.
- Implement Operational Excellence and Lean programs for continuous improvement.
- Negotiate purchase orders, supply agreements, and competitive bids.
- Develop strategies for price reductions and payment terms.
- Analyze material requirements and initiate purchasing activities.
- Assess and ensure supplier metrics conform to required standards.
- Maintain and develop "Supplier Scorecards" for performance evaluation.
- Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal customers.
- Lead supplier selection and qualification processes.
- Review and manage open orders to maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Prepare reports, presentations, and handle special projects.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
- Oversee Procurement Department staff of buyer/planners.
Additional Skills and Qualifications:
- Experience with data from various sources.
- Leadership in Operational Excellence, Lean, or Continuous Improvement programs.
- Advanced Excel skills required; SAP experience preferred.
- Ability to translate data into actionable plans.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, organizational, and planning skills.
- Knowledge of Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) and manufacturing requirements planning.
- Able to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Required Experience:
- Minimum of eight years of related experience/training.
Experience and Education:
- Bachelor's degree or better.
