.It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.The Supply Chain Leader will develop, implement, and monitor processes to optimize the supply chain and material processes for the Business Unit. This individual will take a lead role in interfacing with our strategic suppliers and leveraging the relationships for continuous improvement of inventory velocity and product costing.DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES:- Coach and mentor a team of dedicated Materials, Planning, Procurement, Shipping and Receiving Staff- Implement a framework for best practices in supply chain and inventory management that drive results for on hand values, cost down initiatives, and turns- Support corporate strategic initiatives- Approve and monitor cycle count process / results- Step in and support team members as necessary (new customer introductions, other large or complex projects)- Participate as a member of the Business Unit Leadership Team- Build positive relationships with both internal and external customers- Add value through your ability to understand and refine business processes- Manage Supplier relationships and as applicable participate in broader discussions with key strategic suppliers. This may include dealing with various issues, initiating / resolution of Supplier Corrective Actions, and Supplier Audits- This position will report directly to the Vice President/General Manager for the business unit with additional reporting requirements to the Regional Supply Chain Leader.QUALIFICATIONS:- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management / Operations. Or minimum 10 years Supply Chain / Materials Management experience including at least 5 years supervisory experience.- Experience should include the areas of MRP planning, strategic & tactical purchasing, all facets of inventory management, as well as the required P&L financial acumen to manage business objectives.- Ability to obtain results through people within your scope of responsibility as well as those outside your scope of responsibility- Demonstrated knowledge of Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing techniques.- Experience in the EMS industry is a preferred asset although not mandatory.- Practical industry experience in a multi-location environment (preferably in a complex manufacturing setting)- Knowledge of "Lean Manufacturing"