Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain ManagerPosition Title: Supply Chain ManagerLocation: Oak Creek, WIOverview:The Supply Chain Manager will have overall responsibility for supervising the process of sourcing and purchasing essential materials for our Client's operations. Reporting directly to the COO and CEO, the Supply Chain Manager's duties include researching raw materials suppliers and comparing costs, negotiating purchase agreements, requesting and maintaining food safety documentation, and developing inventory controls to identify demand for new materials.Responsibilities:Source potential suppliers, supplier management and conduct successful contract negotiations for food and other related categoriesUnderstands all product offerings, packaging, and pricingMonitor compliance of supplier contracts, pricing agreements, specifications, onboarding documents and all related activitiesOrder inventory from vendors and secure shipment arrival timesIdentify gaps in product categories; work to find new vendors/products availableConducting research on potential products and vendors, and comparing price and quality to ensure the best dealDaily inventory checks to place orders for refilling stockWeekly inventory auditsInspecting purchased products upon delivery and reporting any issues in a timely mannerUpdating all records of purchased productsHelp manage and support daily logistics including daily transfers and customer shipments from multiple off-site warehousesAssist various teams (Accounting, HR, Sales, Customer Service, Operations, Warehouse, Inventory) with daily tasks and projectsCreate physical vendor check-in flowEstablish and implement vendor check-in timesCommunicate with vendors on delivery days with issues, exceptions, etc.Manage vendor issues log and reconciliationsHandle supplier non-conformances and issue Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCARs)Onboard new vendors into programManage Vendor Agreement for the pre-order marketAssist different types and sizes of vendors, and address challenges with eachReview vendor listings and identify/correct any misleading or mislabeled informationEnforce basic food safety and sanitation proceduresPerform other duties and projects as assignedQualifications:BS degree in Supply Chain and/or ManagementFood manufacturing experience with at least 3–5 years of experience in a commercial food or bakery plant or restaurant leadership role with increasing managerial responsibilitiesBasic math skills/proficiency requiredProficient with computers (MS Office) and basic office technologiesMust communicate via email, utilize the Internet & ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software programsAbility to communicate in a professional mannerSuperior organizational skillsAbility to work as a contributing member within the teamExperience leading and/or supervising others within the Supply Chain and/or Purchasing functionAdditional Requirements & Performance Expectations:Accessible and responsive to the operational needs and concerns of managementSuperior quality, accuracy, timeliness, reliability, and thoroughness of work performedAbility to gain the trust and respect of the CEO, management, and employeesAbility to communicate effectively and develop good working relationships with employees, customers, vendors, lenders, investors, and the community at large; ability to work with and through others is essential to accomplish goals and objectives of the companyExercise good, fair, well-rounded judgment when dealing with employees, customers, and vendors; address problems and issues quickly for resolution; generally, work well with othersPlan, organize, direct, and control work effectively; work effectively under pressure and time deadlines; analyze problems, propose reasonable solutions, make logical decisions, carry out decisions made, and follow up with feedback where appropriateDemonstrate high capacity for problem solving, organizational, and analytical skillsManage several projects and tasks simultaneouslyWrite clearly and understandably, communicating professionallyEfficiently and accurately maintain data; show competency using a variety of computer software, technology, and media to produce reports and correspondence, making presentations to groups such as management, customers, and employeesOvernight travel may be required (less than 10%)Behavioral Requirements:As part of a team-based work environment, the Supply Chain Manager must be able to demonstrate the following competencies:Team Orientation – Shows skill and ease at working in groups; works with others to achieve better results and forges close working relationships and alliances to get things done; is quick to cooperate versus expecting others to bend to his/her wishes; supports joint ownership and shared recognition for results; recognizes advantages of group participation in planning and problem solvingAttention to Detail – Committed to exactness and precision in task completion; identifies, pays attention to, and works to understand details; thorough and consistent in following up at detail level; seeks to become expert in disciplines related to adopted career path to ensure quality and precision in work; takes pride in knowledge base and level of expertiseTakes Personal Responsibility in Individual Contributor Role – Demonstrates attitude and commitment to take personal responsibility for results, even when in team environment with no authority over others; will step up to fill gaps so results can be assured; avoids excuses as explanations or defending/justifying negative but preventable outcomesPractical Intelligence – Absorbs new information quickly and is comfortable dealing with abstract concepts and relationships; relates new information to previously acquired knowledge to expand and refine frame of reference; enjoys learning and expanding breadth and depth of understanding on a variety of subjectsReliability/Dependability – Responds to internal customer needs, questions, and concerns in accurate and timely manner; follows through on commitments, assignments, and tasks; is at work when scheduled; takes timely breaks/lunches; uses work time wiselyAdaptability – Has ability to focus on the benefits of change and see it as positive; approaches change or newness in constructive, objective manner; views change as learning opportunity; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected eventsPositive Working Relationships – Listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things; shares information and knowledge; demonstrates a high level of integrity and honestyEnvironment / Physical Demands:Work is performed largely in an office environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours with a minimum of 40 hours per week. There will be some variation in work hours due to employee shift schedules, special projects, deadlines, and other concernsOperations may require exposure to cold coolers and freezers for variable periods of timeMay be exposed to loud noise for periods of time. Ear plugs are availableFull Benefits