Supply Chain Manager

About Leviton

At Leviton, we build what's next to light, power, and connect everyday spaces, from electrical to lighting, to data networks, and energy management. With over 115 years of history, Leviton develops thoughtful solutions that help make its customers' lives easier, safer, more efficient, and more productive. We recognize that our people are our greatest asset. We ASK questions, EMBRACE challenges, SEEK new perspectives, and ANTICIPATE what comes next. It's about each person bringing skills and passion to a challenging and constantly changing world.

About The Role

The position requires full use and application of purchasing, production planning, & demand planning principles as applied to new product development, sustaining of ongoing production, and management of product throughout its life cycle. This position works throughout all elements of the supply chain in ensuring that established operational metrics and goals are met. This position works under minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory accuracy and meets inventory turn goals and line fill
• Works with Product Management, Production, Sales Management, and staff to address line fill through forecasts updates, targets inventory updates, inventory and order moves, and acceleration of materials and / or production as required
• Establishes strong relationships with suppliers and establishes processes to monitor supplier performance
• Works with production in establishing and adjusting production scheduling
• Manages purchasing, planning, and demand planning staff
• Leads / monitors staff in cost reduction activities through supplier negotiations and consolidation
• Reviews, approves, and maintains departmental Material Requirements Planning (MRP) procedures and training programs and documentation
• Interprets company policies and procedures and ensures that they are followed by staff
• Reviews and approves Purchase Orders and Expenditures per defined procedures
• Responsibilities as a manager include interviewing and hiring employees; planning, assigning, and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems
  
  

Qualifications

Technical

• Ability to negotiate with suppliers related to product costing and inventory management while developing and maintaining positive supplier relationships
• Ability to monitor and adjust inventory assurance programs with suppliers to maintain and protect the supply chain
• Proven ability to plan production
  
  

Behavioral

• Problem-Solver - Strong problem-solving skills to identify issues and develop effective solutions
• Attention to Detail - Ensure accuracy in work product, documentation, and processes to maintain high standards
• Analytical Skills - Analyze data to make informed decisions
• Organizational Skills - Keep work area clean and organized to handle multiple tasks and deadlines
• Direction - Ability to train and direct employees to encourage them to complete assigned tasks within given deadlines
• Leadership - Ability to guide, inspire, and influence others to achieve common goals. This includes setting a vision, making strategic decisions, and motivating a team to work collaboratively
• Decision Maker - Ability to select best course of action from various alternatives to achieve desired outcomes. An effective decision maker is crucial to guide a team towards their goals
• Problem Solver - Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve issues that arise to maintain smooth operations and achieve strategic goals
  
  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree (BA) in Business or related field required
• Minimum 5 years’ related experience in purchasing or related MRP activity
• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience
• CPIM, CSCP or CPM certification(s) preferred
  
  

Travel

• Less than 15% of travel required for this position
  
  

What We Offer

Comprehensive benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• PTO
• Paid holidays
• Volunteer time off
  
  

For more information about benefits, please go to: https://careers.leviton.com/benefits

Leviton is an EEO/AA Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Leviton is committed to transparency and security in the recruitment process and will never ask for financial information, payment, or government identification numbers during the application process. For any questions, or to ensure the legitimacy of a job posting, visit the Leviton career site, or contact us at 631.812.6544.

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