Supply Chain Manager (In-office)
Company: Crystal D
Location: Saint Paul
Posted on: March 19, 2023
Job Description:
Job Purpose: "To turn emotions into memories" by
Developing and implementing a vision
for the future of the Supply Chain department.Planning, setting,
and achieving Supply Chain department goals that align with the
overall vision and goals of Crystal D.Leading by example in a way
that positively reinforces Crystal D values and core
purpose.Managing and directing the work of the Supply Chain
department personnel to meet the department and company goals in a
way that aligns with Crystal D management philosophies. -Job Duties
and Responsibilities - The Supply Chain Manager will be successful
by fulfilling the following job responsibilities and values below
personally or through Supply Chain staff. -Creates and advocates
the future vision of the supply chain department. -
Develops a long term vision of the
supply chain department.Creates a written plan that aligns with the
vision for the Supply Chain department.Develops a series of tactics
and steps needed to be to accomplish the overall vision.Ensures
that the vision aligns with the overall corporate core
purpose.Believes in and communicates the vision regularly. -Plans,
sets, and achieves Supply Chain department goals that align with
the overall goals of Crystal D. -
Develops an implementation strategy
of the Supply Chain department vision.Sets deadlines for achieving
the goals set for the Supply Chain department strategy.Communicates
the goals clearly and inspires Supply Chain personnel to achieve
them.Measures the success of the Supply Chain department by using
established metrics. -Leads from the front, by example. -
Knows that leadership is not
glamorous. - - Knows that leadership is a responsibility and a
commitment to the greater outcome for the team.Knows that
leadership is not about having power, but rather about having
responsibility to empower through service to the team.Leads with
passion and is the champion of the Supply Chain Vision.Inspires the
confidence and trust of Supply Chain personnel and knows that they
will follow with or without hesitation.Earns the respect of
co-workers and is considered a leader. - - - -Manages, plans,
organizes, and directs the activities related to the purchasing
process and purchasing personnel. -
Establishes key performance metrics
and benchmarks relating to planned purchasing and forecasting of
product and materials.Sets incremental development goals for all
purchasing staff in accordance with Crystal D employee development
process.Measures actual performance against goals on regular basis
in accordance with Crystal D employee development process.Ensures
that the product and Macola databases are maintained and up to
date.Ensures that best practices are used for inbound freight
transactions and logistics related to purchasing of materials,
equipment, and supplies, to minimized cost while meeting but not
exceeding sales and production requirements.Develops, implements,
and monitors purchasing reporting and analysis systems that meet
but do not exceed sales and production schedule needs.Recruits,
hires, trains, and develops all purchasing staff in the skills
necessary to achieve Supply Chain strategic goals in accordance
with Crystal D values and core purpose. - - - -Recruits and
develops new and existing suppliers to maximize quality, savings,
and ensures new product and growth support for future endeavors. -
Develops and maintains process for
researching and developing new suppliers.Maintains an in-depth
understanding of existing supplier capabilities and
capacities.Negotiates or supervises the negotiation of complex
requests for materials, equipment and supplies from
suppliers.Prepares and reviews contracts, bids, proposals, and
vendor agreements for legal correctness. -
Ensures that all supplier
relationships with all Crystal D purchasing and supply chain
personnel are in accordance with all company policies and align
with Crystal D values and core purpose.Analyzes market in
comparison with future and long term corporate goals and strategies
to determine when and where to develop new or current suppliers. -
-Support the Crystal D "ICE" program by anticipating customer
expectations and needs. -
Ensures that timely product and all
other pertinent purchasing updates are communicated to the rest of
staff.Facilitates the sharing of timely and productive feedback
between team members.Creates and develops internal customer
expectations and problem solving processes that focus on external
customer satisfaction. Knowing that "it's about the customer" at
all times. - -Perform other work as Assigned. - -Direction and
oversight of others: Supply Chain department personnelQualification
and Skill -This position requires more than 2 years in supply chain
leadership positions and/or more than 5 years in supply chain
environment. -Knowledge Requirements -To be effective, this
position requires specific knowledge in the principles of Supply
Chain. Knowledge is normally acquired through four years of
college, vocational, or technical school training resulting in a
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent. - -Certifications or required
class attendance.APICS CPRM - -Competencies -Technical Skills
Has extensive knowledge and
experience in working with software applications that are required
to fulfill the duties of this position.Has a "working" knowledge of
personal computer operation. Has a "working" knowledge of current
Microsoft Windows, Power Point, Outlook, Excel and Word.Uses
processes and technology to improve the quality and efficiency of
service or production; follows processes well, applies training
effectively. - -
Can maintain and grow technical
knowledge and expertise. Can be accurate, precise and pay attention
to detail.Has a "working" knowledge of data flow and has extensive
knowledge and experience conducting detailed business analysis.Uses
analytical insight and business intuition to make correct and
concise decisions that move the business forward. -Work DemandsThis
position will require significant work hours beyond the normal
workday based on the demands of the business cycle, customer volume
of business, and specific sales efforts underway. It has a high
demand for tight deadlines and immediacy in providing solutions and
answers. This position entails work of a somewhat seasonal or
cyclical nature. It contains work of a very precise nature. It
requires a high level of concentration over an extended period of
time. This position will experience moderate interruption in
workflow. Travel is not required. -Physical DemandsThis position
requires:
Occasional (up to 2 hours per day)
bending, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs, reaching, lifting and
grasping. When attending trade shows, these activities will
increase to six or more hours per day. -
Frequent (2 to 5 hours per day)
standing and walking. During physical Inventory Count this will as
much as 8 hours. -
Continuous (6 or more hours per day)
sitting, talking, and repetitive motion, hand/wrist movement
(keyboarding) -
Sensory requirements: Good eyesight,
normal hearing, ability to speak clearly and to be understood in
the English language. -Work Schedule -This position usually works
in eight (8) hour shifts during the period of 6:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Hours of work are variable and will fluctuate based on the needs of
the business and our customers. - - Salary: - $80-90k -Management
Competencies -Selection- Understands the importance of finding and
retaining the right people in each position and can select the
right candidate. -Training- Can develop and carryout effective
training programs that will provide employees with the skill and
information they need to perform their jobs successfully.
-Empowerment- Understands that empowerment is the art of providing
"aligned people" with the training and development they need to
succeed. - -Management - Gets things done by efficiently managing
all resources provided to reach the goals of the department and
company. -Leadership - Leads people and provides the environment
and influence that will cause success in any situation. -Correction
and Redirection- Knows how to correct performance so that
performance is changed. -Performance Evaluation- Can value and
define performance against standards objectively. -Employee
development- Knows how to follow a plan to improve performance and
prepare people in their career development. -Termination- Knows how
to document employee performance, and construct a case leading to
correct termination decisions. -Planning- Knows how set business
goals and create steps that achieve them. -Strategic Thinking- Can
see the big picture and understands how the pieces of the
organization fit together. Understands Crystal D as a "brand". - -
- -Crystal D Core CompetenciesIntegrity- - - - "We do what we say
we'll do"
Understands how to speak
truthfully.Can admit mistakes and then fix them.Is consistently at
work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when
absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.Is able to
explain the reasoning behind his/her actions. Accepts
responsibility for own actions;Balances team and individual
responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others'
views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a
positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests;Is
able to be reliable, dependable and trustworthy to
customers.Understands how to play to win with moral soundness.Can
keep commitments; willingly works extra hours when necessary to
reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person
with an alternate plan.Has the ability to follow the letter and the
spirit of the law and understands the difference; -Quality- "We
have an unyielding persistence to improve"
Can demonstrate an understanding of
continuous improvement.Knows what it means to be "expert" at
his/her work.Is able to demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness;
looking for ways to improve and promote quality; - -Applies
feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure
quality.
Knows what it means to "sweat the
details".Can produce written work that is concise and to the point;
with the use of proper etiquette whether for technical writing,
grammar, e-mails, or office/client correspondence.Possesses
original thinking and creativity; Can generate suggestions for
improving work;Can develop innovative approaches and ideas;Knows
how to monitor his/her own work and challenge him/herself to
improve.Knows how to provide products and service that will WOW a
customer.Can use intuition and reasoning to understand data
completely. Grasps the situation. "Gets to the root".Is able to
identify and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and
analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions;
Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even
when dealing with emotional topics.Knows to avoid waste not just
eliminate it.Knows the leadership of exceeding expectations.
-Respect- "We treat people the way we want to be treated"
Understands the principle embedded in
the "Golden Rule".Has the ability to instill positive attitudes,
behaviors and confidence in co-workers by communicating caring,
compassion, dignity, respect, and a sincere belief that they will
succeed, and a readiness to help them to do so.Can approach others
in a tactful and courteous manner; Reacts well under pressure;
Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their
status or position; Understands actively listening and can
attentively extract content and intention from verbal messages.
Comprehending the messages in the feedback received from internal
and external customers.Can focus on solving conflict, not blaming;
Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting;
Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and
tries new things.Is able to speak clearly and persuasively in
positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification;
Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills;
Participates in meetings.Can balance team and individual
responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others'
views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a
positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests;Able
to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;
Supports everyone's efforts to succeed; Recognizes accomplishments
of other team members.Can relate well to others by building rapport
in the department and the organization. Is patient with fellow
associates and other departments within the organization.
-Commitment- "We are dedicated to the ongoing viability of the
company."
Understands and personalizes the
organization's purpose, vision and values; understands and supports
department goals; and is willing to contribute extra effort as
needed. Upholds organizational values in his/her work life.Has the
ability to follow -through with requests from supervisor or
customer.Is able meet both customer and business requirements, even
when faced with obstacles or delays.Is willing to endure and
persevere through times of testing and challenge, in the hope that
positive results will occur.Is willing to work to the best of
his\her ability.Is willing to maximize his\her efforts to assure
the company will be profitable.Can work in the best interest of the
company. - -
Understands the importance of being a
good steward of company resources. -Passion- "We have the burning
desire to achieve in all we do."
Understands what it means to never
give upCan always pursue a positive solutionKnows the difference
between having pride and taking pride in his/her work.Has and
maintains awareness of style, impact, strengths and development
needs; being self sufficient and motivated to take action to grow
and develop.Knows what it means to approach a challenge with "no
box" in mind.Knows how to always move forward.Understands the
importance of always doing your best.Powered by JazzHR
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