Supply Chain Business Manager

Essential Function:

Managing all activities (intradepartmental and cross-functional) related to the acquisition of equipment, materials,productsand services forSilfexbeginning with the definition of requirements through delivery and payment.  Accountablefor deliveringstrategic sourcing solutions in support of the business. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Development of new and existingglobalsupply partners for critical technologies in a fast-paced environment.

• Develop and implement a comprehensive supply chain strategy for sourcing suppliers in another region.

• Strategic planning and sourcingofmaterials, consumables, products, capital equipment, and services. 

• Manage risk and ensure continuity of supply by developing contingency plans.

• Project management for critical sourcing activities working cross-functionally throughout the organization and with supply partners.

• Deployment of supply partners for capacity flexibility, cost competitiveness, business continuity, and risk mitigation.

• Assessment of supplier capabilities, processes, financialstabilityand internal controls.

• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure the best possible pricing, quality, and service.

• Develop and implement purchase contracts thatcomply withcompany and government regulations and satisfy business needs.

• Apply lean principles throughout the material acquisition process andassistin applying lean concepts throughout the organization.

• Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure compliance with company standards and requirements(quality, delivery, cost, etc.).

• Address supplier quality and non-conformance issuesutilizingroot cause corrective action methodologies.

• Develop andmaintaina working knowledge of theSilfexQuality Management System and properly apply Quality Procedures and Operating Procedures asappropriate.

• Cross-functional communicationand collaboration to ensure alignment of sourcing strategies with businessobjectives.

• Build supplierrelationshipsdriving continuous improvement and increasing value-added activities. 

• Conduct market research and analysis to stay informed about industry trends and opportunities in other regions.

• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.

• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team, under minimum supervision.

• Executespecial projects and all otheradditionalduties as assigned.

• Activelyparticipatein the development, execution, and tracking of key performance metrics.  

Culture:

• Display a positive attitude and strong work ethic that reflects the Mission and Core Values ofSilfex.

• Create andmaintaina culture where workplace safety is part of everything we do.  Provide the safest possible workplace to our employees by modeling and following all company safety policies, reporting any incidents or unsafe conditionsimmediatelytoSilfexmanagement.  Wear all PPE as required by work area or job function.

• Communicate boldly as well as effectively with empathy and respect to inspire teamwork and collaboration vertically and horizontally withinSilfexand with suppliers.

• Assistin applying lean manufacturing concepts and 5S.  Demonstrate ownership of continuous improvement ideas and activities.  Maintain organization and cleanliness, housekeeping and 5S withinworkarea.  

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management or Engineeringwith at least5years’ experience in procurement and/or supplier management role.

• Minimum3years of sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment with a strong mechanical aptitudepertaining tomachining capital equipment used in the production of precision parts with tight tolerances.

• Global sourcing experience.

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Strong communicationand interpersonal skills.

• Strong demonstrated project management skills to lead cross-functional teams and successfully deliver project objectives on time.

• Proficiencyin software programs, such asMicrosoft Office products and ERP systems.

• Proven ability to gain partnerships and excel in a cross-functionalenvironment teamingwith Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance and Product Support.  

Desired Qualifications:

• MBA orMaster’s Degree in Engineering

• Demonstrated experience using lean manufacturingprinciples.

• Experience producing copy-exact parts.

• Understanding ofadvanced materials such as silicon-carbide, silicon,quartzand sapphire.

• Experience setting up integratedlogisticsstreams. 

Physical Demands: 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of thisjobthe employeeis regularly required tostand and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.  The employee isfrequentlyrequired to reach with hands and arms.  The employeeis occasionally required towalk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawlandtalk or hear.  

The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 50 pounds.The employee regularly is required to lift up to 10 pounds. The vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depthperceptionand ability to adjust focus. 

While performing the duties of thisjobthe employee isfrequentlyexposed to work near moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.  The noise level in the environment is moderate.