Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including : BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole / Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products engineered components and subsystems for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace / industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.
POSITION OVERVIEW : The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leadership within the MPG-Brentwood Supply Chain organizations. The manager leads a team with expertise in procurement, inventory management, and clean room production, and is responsible for meeting customer service levels with maximum efficiency. The Supply Chain Manager drives problem-solving, the use of data to address underperforming areas of the supply chain and drives ownership throughout the organization for corrective actions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :
- Lead teams with expertise in supply planning, purchasing, and production
- Develop high-performing teams focused on achieving segment performance objectives
- Develop and manage key metrics and KPIs relevant to the business and operational excellence
- Provide operational support and guidance to ensure maximum productivity and schedule attainment
- Create a culture of accountability and ownership of sourcing, planning, and production processes
- Develop and maintain processes to prevent and address material shortages and / or production delays
- Works closely with program management to ensure customer requirements are met
- When applicable, works and interfaces directly with the customer to ensure the accurate and timely exchange of information and status
- Collaborate with other departments to identify risks and close operational gaps
- Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve the supply chain performance
- Collaborate with Quality to address quality concerns
- Develop good working relationships with stakeholders, internal and external, to ensure effective communication of accurate, relevant, and timely information
- Analyze and track supplier performance data and execute follow-ups and corrective actions as necessary
- Assist suppliers with quality improvements and drive quality requirements
- Prepare, submit, and present periodic reports at multiple levels withing the organization, including executive leadership
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
Must be a US Person (US Citizen or permanent resident green card holder)Bachelors degree in supply chain, operations, or technical discipline or commensurate demonstrated equivalent experience3-5 years of experience in supply chain or operations managementPrior functional experience in supply planning, buying, and production schedulingExperience managing projects with medium complexity and a high-volume of dataExperience in a clean room production environment preferredPrior problem-solving training and / or certifications preferredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Excellent communication skills (oral and written) with ability to communicate within all levels of the organizationAbility to work effectively with a diverse group of disciplines in a dynamic environment and motivate them to work together as a teamSelf-driven, adaptable and resourceful; able to work under limited supervisionExcellent analytical skills with ability to translate vision into actionExperienced user of ERP systems (IFS, Oracle, etc.) / Advanced Planning experienceComputer and Microsoft Office literate (Word, Excel, etc.)Experience in creating and managing a departmental budgetWork Arrangement : Onsite
Pay Range : - [annually]
Bonus Eligible : This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.