Supply Chain Manager

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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.​

We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.

Job Description

Summary: 

Actively involved in all aspects of the Supply Chain, including planning, organizing, directing, coordinating, and performing activities associated with procurement, material resource planning, and inventory control and management.

The Supply Chain Manager leads the development of best practices and implementation of sourcing strategies for the business unit to deliver uninterrupted supply, measurable cost efficiencies, and world class sourcing.  This position is responsible for coordinating all activities involved with procuring goods and services including raw material, equipment, tools, production parts, and consumables. The Supply Chain Manager will also evaluate and set goals of assigned staff; providing mentorship, technical guidance, training and direction relating to short-term and long term priorities in order to maximize departmental outcomes as well as staff personal growth and development.  Tasks and assignments tend to be complex, non-routine and/or require a greater level of expertise.  Receives assignments in the form of objectives with goals and process to meet goals outlined.  Duties are performed under limited supervision

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following (other duties may be assigned):

• To over-see and drive all Purchasing related activities to assure customer expectations are met and business goals attained.
• Establish partner relationships with our key suppliers
• Possess a high degree of comprehension of the overall procurement process and commodities/categories being procured
• Develop and implement daily, monthly, and quarterly tracking metrics that pinpoint key accountabilities
• Research and Forecast price increase/decrease for categories/commodities and react accordingly to minimize cost
• Execute periodic internal audits to ensure that purchasing processes and procedures are followed
• Play an active role in engineering design reviews with a focus on purchased components and material
• Use market knowledge to challenge the organization to minimize cost of material to be used as well as get a jump on long lead items to minimize expedite charges
• Responsible for setting and attaining stretch goals for Purchasing that support the objectives of the organization in the areas of material efficiency, cost reduction, freight, and safety
• Hold our supplier base accountable for Quality and On Time Delivery as well as introduce “Lean” concepts to them with a focus on partnering with Teledyne to increase flexibility, improve delivery, and reduce cost through effective supply chain management
• Oversee supplier compliance function for the business unit including Master Supply and Non-Disclosure agreements in need of modification and/or renewal Coordinate and facilitate supplier collaboration or early supplier involvement (ESI) meetings to educate the organization of the opportunities in the market
• Champion cost reduction efforts by establishing goals/metrics in regards to purchased items (components and raw) for the Purchasing team; establish expectations and hold team accountable to deliver
• Become a change agent in initiating and improving processes and practices that are not working effectively
• Responsible for all training aspects in the department. Identify the need, coach, and train or coordinate external training
• Coordinate with other departments as required for implementing systemic improvements
• Assure the working environment is safe for the employees and enforce safe work practices with the team
• Comply with and enforce, all company policies as they apply to the area of responsibility
• Maintain excellent communication and working relationships with all departments within the company
• Be proactive by working with Engineering, Operations, Sales/Quotations, and Project Management to assure they are informed of the market trends and react accordingly
• Daily availability to include evenings and weekends when necessary to reach goals and deadlines.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or Vice President of Supply Chain and Purchasing

Supervisory Responsibilities                   

This job provides general supervision to functional areas which may include supervision of lower level supervisors and direct supervision of other exempt and non-exempt personnel. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include providing leadership to employees, interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Competencies                   

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Analytical - Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations.
• Project Management – Communicates changes and progress.
• Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
• Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.
• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork – Gives and welcomes feedback; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed; Builds team relations.
• Leadership/Managing People - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others; Comes to the forefront in case of crisis, and is able to think and act in creative ways in difficult situations; Holds team accountable; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes him/herself available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
• Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions.
• Ethics - Treats people with respect; Works with integrity and ethics; Upholds organizational values.
• Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization’s goals and values.
• Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
• Motivation – Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism – Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions;
• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
• Quantity – Completes work in a timely manner; Strives to increase productivity.
• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures including using Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required and wearing company issued badge when on company property; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Initiative – Seeks increased responsibilities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
• Innovation – Generates suggestions for improving work.

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

Education and/or Experience:  

Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university in a related field and 5-10 years of directly related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous management experience strongly preferred.

Language Skills                   

Ability to read, analyze and interpret various business documents, technical procedures and government regulations.  Ability to write reports and correspondence.  Ability to effectively present information and response to questions before groups of customers or employees of organization.

Mathematical Skills                   

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.  Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.  Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Reasoning Ability                   

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.  Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a good knowledge of Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP Software.

Other Essential Duties

• As a working manager position, the person in this position will perform purchasing, material resource planning, and other functions that may be assigned to department personnel.
• Follows all import/export requirements, consulting with facility import/export personnel as required.
• Uses extensive knowledge of buying parts, materials, and machined parts for manufacturing operations.
• Performs all other duties requested, directed, or assigned.

Other Skills and Abilities

• Basic Knowledge of ISO and/or AS9100
• Extensive knowledge of ERP systems for manufacturing organizations. 
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft Office software (i.e. MS Excel, MS Word, etc.)

Other Qualifications

• Extensive sourcing experience including negotiation of business contracts. 
• Proven skills/knowledge of procurement, resource planning, vendor assessments/selection, etc.
• Proven manufacturing knowledge.
• Proven leadership skills.
• Proven customer service, project management, analytical, negotiation, problem solving, contracts and financial skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Must possess good business skills, customer service skills, and trade compliance knowledge.
• Ability to prioritize high impact activities.
• Ability to travel up to 10%
• U.S. Person for access to ITAR-Controlled Technical Data.

ITAR regulations dictate that information and material pertaining to defense and military related technologies may only be shared with US Persons unless authorization from the Department of State is received or a special exemption is used.

A "U.S. person" can be

A U.S. citizen; A permanent resident who does not work for a foreign company, a foreign government, or a foreign governmental agency/organization; A political asylee; A part of the U.S. government, or A corporation, business, organization, or group that is incorporated in the United States under U.S. law.

A foreign person is any person who is not a lawful permanent resident of the US and includes foreign governments and organizations.

Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.

Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. ​