VP WW Supply Chain | Torrance, CA

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  • Location: Torrance, CA

  • Company: Pelican Products

supply/commodity management, demand planning and global logistics. Lead end to end demand and supply planning strategies to ensure that capacity and demand are aligned throughout the supply chain from concept to implementation. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Responsible for development and deployment of strategies and tactics for integrated materials management, procurement, supplier development and program management.

Responsible for ensuring supply chain strategy is aligned with business initiatives and customer expectations for lead time and service levels. Develops policies, procedures, and processes related to materials sourcing, production planning, purchasing, inventory management,

storage, and distribution. Ensures that the movement of raw materials, in-process goods, or completed merchandise meets production needs and customer expectations.

Identify and implement strategies and tactics related to demand consensus utilizing forecasting tools, supply planning and production and inventory control plans. Manage efforts to establish and maintain compliance with both domestic and international standards required to ship product into and out of target markets. Responsible for development and evolution of planning function, moving from manual systems to sophisticated tools to ensure organization’s ERP system delivers to its fullest capabilities. Focus on implementation

of strategic key projects, including but not limited to, long range capacity planning (LRCP), automation, 24/7 operations and enterprise resource planning (ERP), in coordination with supply chain teams and sub-contract suppliers.

Responsible for development and continuous improvement of forecasting tools. Develop and implement forecast process for each distribution center, market, and territory. Ensure integration of processes into SAP. Create Global Forecast KPI’s and targets, including, but not limited to, monthly forecasting accuracy, analyzing monthly inventory turns, establishing and enforcing appropriate run rules for the forecasting process.

Responsible for scheduling monthly sales and operations planning meeting, aligning forecast to business plan; ensure alignment and cost-effective pool of capacity to satisfy global demand and estimated surge capacity. Annual review of long-term capacity requirements to determinate capital investment with respect to new tools, new machines, etc. Manage logistics and relationships with third party logistic vendors. Manage Pelican spend on a worldwide basis. Develop commodity strategies for key items purchased at each manufacturing location. Develop risk mitigation strategies as required to protect supply for key/strategic items.

Oversee procurement activities around the world and identify opportunities to standardize operating practices and drive efficiencies through centralization. Drive plant focus with respect to “Make or Buy” decision for new products, utilizing the Total Cost process in collaboration with Operations, Sourcing and Finance. Responsible for supplier management. Ensure that sub-contractor partnerships in the U. S. and Asia are providing adequate supply of high-quality product. In cooperation with Manufacturing Engineering, Sourcing and Quality Assurance, ensure a timely ramp up of new products or ramp down process to safely reduce discontinued product stock, while minimizing stock outs and inventory obsolescence of raw materials & finished goods.

Participates in planning the effective date of Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and New Products Releases company-wide to minimize obsolescence & scrap. Responsible for development and tracking of metrics to ensure that key performance indicators are being satisfied. Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job.

Performs additional duties as assigned. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s Degree in related field or equivalent experience. Minimum of 10 years of experience in demand-supply planning in a growing organization. Demonstrated competency in sales and operations planning and scheduling procedures, strategic thinking and leadership, with strong abilities in relationship management with customers, vendors and employees at all levels. Expert knowledge of ERP, business analytics, lean manufacturing and relevant concepts/methodologies. Advanced knowledge of demand forecasting software and Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Word, Excel, Power Point.

Demonstrated ability to lead a global cross functional team in the development and implementation of supply chain initiatives. Must be an effective change agent with strong strategic vision and the interpersonal and team building skills. Must have excellent analytical and math skills, in addition to written, negotiation, presentation and verbal communication skills. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: MBA ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Actively supports and complies with Pelican’s objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continual improvement.

Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels. Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager. Must be flexible regarding working hours. Must be able to work evenings and weekends, with or without advanced notice. Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously. Ensures that staff is contributing at maximum potential through rigorous hiring practices and an emphasis on training and development initiatives, including coaching and counseling direct reports in their performance and professional development, with final authority for approving pay increases, hiring decisions and disciplinary actions.

Emphasizes ethical leadership and decision-making to protect Pelican’s brand and reputation. Establishes challenging, productive and achievable goals for direct reports; measure results by establishing checkpoints to track progress. Must be able to travel, nationally and internationally, as necessary. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be frequently required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.

e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers). While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be occasionally required to execute non-standard physical activities within the facility areas (i. e. climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch). Ability to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities. The approximate base compensation range is shown above. The actual offer may vary based on skills, experience and location.

Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, interaction including interactionual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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