Supply Chain Manager

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Position Overview

The Supply Chain Manager assist in the all aspects of the supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory, selection of vendors, and distribution of finished goods to all facilities. Develops and implements a strategy to ensure that critical processes run effectively and achieve organizational goals and performance KPIs. Negotiates with vendors to obtain optimal contracts and pricing. Utilizing data monitoring and analytics to evaluate past performance and trends and forecast inventory and distribution requirements. This position requires a strategic thinker with exceptional leadership skills and a deep understanding of logistics, transportation, warehousing, and inventory management. The Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive cost-effective solutions, enhance efficiency, and uphold the highest standards of quality and customer satisfaction.

About the Role – You will:

· Manage all aspects of the Supply Chain and daily operations for all facilities.

· Execute the strategic vision for the organizations supply chain and Purchasing functions.

· Identify, implement, and direct best in class logistics and distribution Systems.

· Report and manage reduction in expired product, inventory shrink and obsolescence while increasing inventory turns.

· Provide ongoing support to engage suppliers by leading the selection and bidding processes across all spend categories.

· Review and approve a comprehensive list of suppliers or items for bid Process developed by analyzing company trends, industry trends, and strategic competitive positioning.

· Manage buyer’s activities including RFQ’s, inventory levels (safety stocks), On-time deliveries, cost reduction projects, expediting supplier.

· Relationship management and MRP system maintenance.

· Direct purchasing to reduce cost, minimize PPV, identify new suppliers, and continuously improve and increase supply base as needed.

· Continue to gain value from the ERP system to increase efficiency and operational excellence across various disciplines.

· Assure all food safety practices are followed within the Supply Chain and the organization.

· Review, establish and implement new updated operating procedures.

· Collaborate with Sales, R & D and Manufacturing groups.

· Effective and economical reaction to support customer needs and new Initiatives.

· Evaluate the strategic value of importing raw materials and present a plan for review on items with a significant financial or strategic impact.

· Participate in development and maintenance of metrics to measure departmental and supplier performance.

About Our Group:

· As strategic partners, the Supply Chain team strives to ensure that our values, culture and engagement always allow us to do great things for our company.

· We strive to provide the highest-level service and support to our clients each and every day.

· We work collaboratively to build strong relationships with our clients, partners, and own team.

· This position will supports PhoenixEV’s Manufacturing and Engineering operations in all PhoenixEV facilities.

· You will report directly to the Supply Chain Director and collaborate with other team members located in Burlingame, CA and manufacturing facilities in Greenville, SC and Los Angeles, CA.

About You:

· Self-starter with the ability to adapt interpersonal styles and techniques to influence at all levels of the organization and external customers.

· Customer-focused attitude, with high level of professionalism and discretion.

· Able to manage more than 5 demanding customers with over 10 products effectively.

· Be assertive and understand when to engage customers and management about issues

· Ability to maintain strict confidentiality, establish trust and credibility, and act with complete integrity.

· Understand and be able to explain basic electrical fundamentals

· Detail-oriented, resourceful, diligent and able to operate independently with limited supervision (completing assigned work accurately and in a timely manner).

· Strong time management and organizational skills.

· Sound judgment; Good problem-solving and analytical skills (troubleshoot technical issues, communicate and document solutions to non-technical parties).

· Excellent communication skills.

Your Experience Includes:

· 8 years inventory management / procurement experience

· Management experience

· Manufacturing experience with digestible products

· Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering or supply chain operations

· MBA preferred

· Knowledge of FDA, USDA, and OSHA regulations

Physical Demands:

· May work various shifts as needed; may be requested to travel to different locations.

· Lifting up to 25 pounds and occasionally 50 pounds.

· Able to walk, stand, crouch, bench, kneel, lift, carry and reach as needed in large and tight spaces.

· Good eye/hand coordination and ability to identify color variations, depth perceptions and close or distance visual items.

· Manual dexterity with occasional repetitive finger motion.

Environmental Demands:

· Ability to work in a field environment with extreme heat and cold conditions.

· Wear protective clothing or respiratory protective equipment.

· Works with irritant chemicals, gases, etc.

Travel: Up to 25% of the time to our various customer sites throughout the region or country as needed

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Experience:

• Microsoft Excel: 3 years (Required)
• Supply chain: 4 years (Required)

Language:

• Chinese (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Greenville, SC (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Greenville, SC: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person