Supply Chain Manager

Galvion Active Systems designs and manufactures dynamic energy and data management solutions for the modern battlefield. Operations today depend on more charged equipment than ever before, and soldier efficiency and mobility are vital to mission success. The smart Li-Ion batteries, bulk and field-charging solutions, and power and data management systems that we develop add to mission intelligence, safety and success. Our user-centric design model, agile frameworks and on-site state-of-the-art labs allow us to provide insights, vision and technologies that deliver meaningful operational value to users, industry partners and academia. Our Active Systems division is at the center of our most forward-thinking projects and programs. This is a global, fast-paced team working with a number of strategic partners in order to bring the next-generation of smart, warfighter-worn, advanced power, data and software solutions to market. This is your chance to join a passionate team who are making a difference and shaping the future of mission intelligence, survivability and success.

PRIMARY EMPLOYMENT OBJECTIVES

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for all supply chain activities including planning, purchasing, the stockroom, and shipping. This position is responsible for ensuring material is available for manufacturing, within budget, by successfully managing and executing the Active Systems sales, inventory, and operations planning (SIOP) process. The Supply Chain Manager is highly skilled in placing purchase orders, hands-on master planning using MRP, and supplier management so that customer commitments for on-time delivery are continually met.

The Supply Chain Manager will work with and lead cross functional teams on lean manufacturing projects and operations initiatives to continuously lower cost, improve lead times and eliminate waste. In addition to project responsibilities, this leadership position will develop plans with direct reports to create a culture of personal responsibility and continuous improvement at the site.

SPECIFIC ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

People:

• Directly negotiates costs and terms with all AS suppliers
• Follows up electronic transactions with direct supplier contacts and verifies all orders.
• Performs quoting for all site demand (expense, direct, services, and capital) as needed.
• Partners with Quality Assurance to maintain supplier scorecards and develop high performing suppliers and a robust supply chain.
• Creates, implements, and executes supplier stocking programs such as vendor managed, Kanban, max/min, blanket orders, and timed releases.
• Supervises stockroom, shipping and purchasing personnel.

Process:

• Creates, implements, and executes the SIOP.
• Creates and is responsible for the site manufacturing master plan.
• Maintains all material and planning transactions within ERP/MRP system.
• Creates and maintains a model procurement system that is in compliance with the FAR.
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and material control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement solutions.
• Develops, documents, and maintains a site shipping department.
• Develops, documents, and maintains a site stockroom
• Develop strategy to segregate and allocate inventory versions to minimize stock risk associated with the change Management process
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Performance:

• Ensures all customer orders are shipped on-time to contract commitment dates.
• Uses ERP/MRP to enter and process material requisitions and purchase orders.
• Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and material control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement solutions.
• Performs analysis and provides reports with respect to material, planning schedules, and shipping as required by leadership and customers.
• Develops buying strategy to ensure optimal cashflow and minimal stock shortages and robust supply chain
• Establishes and maintains KPIs for SIOP functions including, but not limited to, forecasting, scheduling, purchasing, inventory, and sourcing savings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor of Science degree in supply chain management, business degree or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• Proficient use of ERP/MRP systems is required.
• Experience using a SIOP process.
• Must have effective project management skills.
• Strong problem solving, communication and organizational skills.
• 6 years of experience in supply chain management.
• 6 years of experience purchasing experience in a manufacturing business.
• Computer literate, proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook specifically).
• Willingness to be hands-on placing purchase orders, performing planning activities, contacting suppliers, etc.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Responsiveness to external and internal customers and a can-do, positive attitude are a must.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCY REQUIREMENTS

• Customer focus
• Business acumen
• Process management
• Dealing with ambiguity
• Developing direct reports and others
• Managing and measuring work

WORK ENVIRONMENT (include physical requirements)

• Office environment within a manufacturing facility
• Must have or be able to attain US passport
• Some travel may be required between Galvion facilities.

About Galvion:

At Galvion, we believe in human-centered innovation. Everything that we do starts with the end-user - the warfighter, the law enforcement officer, the first responder. We work proactively to identify and solve the problems left unsolved by others. We continuously strive to exceed expectation and imagination, whether in a partnership that we facilitate, a solution we provide or a product that we deliver.

Our Armor, Active Systems and Focused Solutions divisions work independently as well as collaboratively to design, develop and deliver best-in-class, purpose-built, advanced solutions that enhance the agility and survivability of the world’s most demanding military and tactical end-users. We exist to empower their missions: we protect the people who protect us. We are thinkers. Doers. Pioneers. We are passionate about what we do. Always looking to the future. Always one step ahead. And with almost 400 people working across design, manufacturing, sales, testing, research, and administration, we’re able to create integrated solutions that genuinely challenge perceptions about what’s possible.

This is your opportunity to build more than just a career. This is your opportunity to play a central role in our life-saving, life-changing work. Join our team and our mission today.

Galvion provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Galvion complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training