Division Supply Chain Manager

SUMMARY

The Division Supply Chain Manager will interact, assist, and manage improvements in and across Amphenol-CIT's (AMCIT) global manufacturing facilities as assigned. This position will focus on driving synergies and process enhancements via personnel, software, and other related Supply Chain processes within the sites with the objective of improving AMCIT's performance with regards to service, cost, quality, and inventory.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Identify and assist in the implementation of supply chain processes
• Support standardization of best practices for planning and scheduling in SAP across all sites
• Ensure successful implementation of ERP (SAP) processes and metrics
• Help support the Sales and Operations Planning Process
• Assist in the implementation of Supply Chain best practices
• Lead the Supply Chain Excellence Audit process
• Lead and support initiatives to drive inventory optimization and reductions
• Initiate and track activities to reduce AMCIT inventory reserves
• Support the optimization of AMCIT’s inbound and outbound freight
• Partner in the development of future supply chain personnel
• Improve performance of plant supply chain departments by employing Lean strategies
• Responsible for meeting the relevant AMCIT Targets to Improve (TTI)
• *Other duties may be assigned*

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES

There may be direct or indirect supervisor responsibilities for this position.

• Provides ongoing training to applicable staff to develop and encourage their technical and operational performance. Meet with appropriate staff on a timely basis for performance evaluations and goal setting.
• Ensures company standard practices and procedures are followed in connection with all Supply Chain department functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year College or University (Business, Supply Chain, or Technical preferred). APICS or ISM/Supply Chain certification required or willingness to complete certification program within two years of employment.
• Five (5) to ten (10) years of progressive experience in professional Materials position(s) is required. Cable and electronic component planning and purchasing experience desired or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong Management and Team Building Skills; supervisory experience is required.
• Experience in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.

JOB SKILLS

• Advanced skills including Planning, Scheduling, Sales & Operations Planning, Purchasing, Sourcing, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Shipping and Receiving / Logistics, and/or Manufacturing Engineering is desired
• Strong proficiency in SAP, including master data, planning, scheduling, purchasing, and capacity analysis is required
• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing processes and procedures, and the ability to share this knowledge with others
• Strong project management skills
• Advanced customer interface skills
• A team player that can relate to people at all levels of the organization and possesses excellent communication skills
• An energetic, forward-thinking and creative individual with high ethical standards and a positive professional image
• Ability to be flexible and able to function comfortably in a fast paced, constantly changing and ambiguous environment
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, customers, suppliers, and employees.Ability to establish relations with a wide range of personalities, cultural backgrounds and educational levels
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as percentages, ratios, and proportions to job-related situations.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables
• Computer skills in MS Office are required; advanced skills are preferred
• General P&L understanding is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a normal office environment with minimal physical risks involved. The noise level is usually low to moderate. Occasionally the job may require that you enter the production area, which you will need to maintain OSHA safety standards.

ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY

Amphenol-CIT is dedicated to identifying and reducing the environmental impact of its operations, activities, and products. It is our commitment to comply with all applicable laws and other regulatory requirements concerning the environment. We are committed to preventing pollution and continually improving our environmental performance in all of our global operations. This will be achieved through a comprehensive Environmental Management System that provides the framework for setting and reviewing environmental objectives and targets of Amphenol-CIT.

EXPORT COMPLIANCE DISCLAIMER

This position includes access or potential access to ITAR and/or EAR technical data.Therefore, candidates will need to qualify as a US Person which is defined as a US Citizen, or a Permanent Resident (Green Card Holder).

TRAVEL

30% Travel (May be periods of multi-week travel).