12 - Director, Strategic Supply Chain Management 1

Req ID: 135804 
Region: Americas 
Country: USA 
State/Province: Oregon 
City:  Portland 

General Overview

Functional Area: Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Career Stream:   Supply Chain Management (SCM)
Role: Director 1 (DR1)
Job Title:   Director, Strategic Supply Chain Management 1
Job Code: DR1-SCM-SSCM
Job Level:   Level 12    
Direct/Indirect Indicator: Indirect

Summary

Our Global Supply Chain operates as a unified system with our customers and suppliers by acting as seamless extensions of their operations. We offer customize, flexible and integrated supply chain solutions, supported by a global technology platform and a dedicated, market-focused team.  
The Strategic SCM team is responsible for supply chain processes and systems design & deployment, flawless product launches and broader business execution, including working capital management.  
With leading supply chain capabilities and integrated services tailored to meet our customers' unique requirements, our unified supply chain is adaptive and responsive to continuous change. It is how we help our customers stay ahead in a dynamic market environment.  

Detailed Description

• We are currently seeking a Director, Strategic Supply Chain Management (Capital Equipment) to join our team to be a global supply chain focal point and primary interface with Celestica's global supply chain organization, processes and procedures.  
• The successful candidates will have significant experience in both customer management and execution of both strategic and tactical initiatives. The incumbent will lead the efforts of multiple support organizations, globally, to ensure a successful execution on flawless new product introduction, current production deliveries as well as understanding of future business.  
• Maintains responsibility for a set of projects jointly developed by Celestica and customers.  
• Provides direction for source selection and ensures proper process implementation.
• Interfaces with cross functional teams to ensure negotiations meet business requirements and growth plans. Advices the supply chain management process for customers from materials pricing and BOM analysis to delivery execution and flexibility performance.  
• Quotes and negotiates critical high dollar or strategic commodities or provides direction to a team of commodity managers.  
• Provides leadership in the analysis of cost customer bids or quarterly BOM Costing exercises for global customers.  
• Works cross functionally to optimize Design for supply chain performance of Celestica products. Provides support to Commodity Management teams on contract negotiations.  
• Supports quarterly business reviews with customers, and with senior management at key/strategic suppliers.  Provides leadership and direction with respect to interaction with suppliers. Leads process development and development of commodity strategies.  
• Has regular communication with the customers related to, demand, commitments, non-performing inventory and future process changes/improvements.
• Provides direct and indirect supervision to all supporting managers and employees performing highly specialised roles in several major functions or departments.  
• Accountable for projects and/or programs on a multi-national or global basis. Has overall responsibility for quality, cost and the operations or operational accountability for global business units.  

Knowledge/Skills/Competencies

• Extensive knowledge of an EMS manufacturing environment, materials and processes. 
• An understanding to the global supply chain as it pertains to the EMS environment
• Strong knowledge in all areas of import/export, regulatory and logistics management
• Excellent analytical, negotiation and problem resolution skills
  Thorough understanding of all the considerations for a robust TCOO model
• Ability to work with all levels in an organization 
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Able to resolve complex issues & problems internally and externally
• Significant skills required in multi-tasking and time management
• Ability to effectively lead, manage, train and motivate a diverse group of managers and employees. 
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers. 
• Ability to maintain external contacts with consultants, associations and other companies for benchmarking and networking. 
• Ability to work effectively cross-functionally and with other sites to achieve objectives. 
• Participates with other senior managers to establish strategic plans and objectives. May have overall responsibility for planning, budgeting, implementing and maintaining costs, methods and employees in a functional area.  
• Makes final decisions on administrative and operational matters in the area of responsibility to ensure achievement of objectives.  
• Provides strategic supply chain expertise, support and innovative solutions to internal SCM stakeholders and customers. Has responsibility for supply chain strategy for customers within their market.  
• Interfaces with the customer at the supply chain level.  
• Regularly interacts with executives and/or major customers.  
• Works to define a supply chain strategy that ensures targets are met (MPS, revenue, inventory), collaborates with sites and customers to resolve issues.  
• Collaborates with customers on proposals, expedites and premiums and manages risks/liabilities for CLS, and provides guidance to ensure capacity is installed as needed.  
• Supports E&O claims, shortage management and follow up escalations with customers for resolutions. 

Physical Demands

• Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data
• Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required.
• Above demands are carried out within the local existing Health and Safety guidelines
• Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment or remote office
• Likely there will be a significant amount of travel 25%-50% between customer and Celestica locations

Salary

The stated range includes Base Salary and target Short-Term Incentive (STI) compensation only. A comprehensive benefits package is offered in addition to this range.

The range described in this posting is an estimate by the Company, and may change based on several factors, including but not limited to a change in the duties covered by the job posting, or the credentials, experience or geographic jurisdiction of the successful candidate.

Annual Salary - $143-197k 

Typical Experience

A minimum of 12 years experience in SCM, with at least 5 years in a leadership role. 

Typical Education

Bachelor's degree in related field (Business or Engineering), or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience with 12+ years of relevant experience

Notes

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Celestica is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. 
This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Celestica is an E-Verify employer.

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Celestica, Inc. (NYSE: CLS; TSX: CLS) is a technology leader dedicated to driving customer success and market advancements. With deep expertise in design, engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and platform solutions, Celestica enables critical data center infrastructure for AI, cloud, and hybrid cloud and advances technologies in high-growth markets. With a talented team and a strategic global network, Celestica helps its customers achieve competitive advantages.

Today, Celestica delivers innovative supply chain solutions globally to customers in strategic two operating and reporting segments:  Advanced Technology Solutions (ATS) and Connectivity and Cloud Solutions (CC):

ATS: This segment serves customers in complex, regulated and high-reliability markets such as Industrial & Smart Energy, Aerospace & Defense, Semiconductor Capital Equipment, and HealthTech. It is engineering led, with deep expertise in design, manufacturing and lifecycle solutions.

CCS: This segment focuses on high-performance technology solutions and services for the data center, serving hyperscalers, digital native customers and enterprises. Celestica's Platform Solutions offering provides innovative and customizable computing, storage and networking solutions enabling AI-driven growth.

Built on a legacy of trust and performance, Celestica has earned its reputation by delivering results in complex and fast-changing markets. Celestica exceeds customer expectations by identifying trends and staying ahead of the curve. Backed by comprehensive capabilities and a global network across North America, Europe and Asia, Celestica helps customers gain competitive advantage with the quality, flexibility and resiliency they need to respond quickly to shifts in demand. Guided by a bold vision to accelerate market advancements, Celestica delivers innovative solutions and technologies that turn complexity into opportunity. Anchored in teamwork and commitment, Celestica strives to be the most trusted partner to its customers and colleagues worldwide.

Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted.
Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.