Director of Supply Chain
Niles Enterprises · Fenton, MI · 1 wk ago
ManagementFull-time
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Leadership & Oversight
- Oversee the daily workflow, schedules, and performance of the Supply Chain & Purchasing Department.
- Provides strategic direction and ensures alignment with organizational objectives.
- Develops and mentors team members to strengthen overall departmental capabilities.
- Vendor & Contract Management
- Led vendor management and reporting processes, including development of Vendor Report Cards.
- Negotiate strategic vendor agreements, including payment terms, rebates, volume discounts, and multi-branch supply chain contracts.
- Serves as the company’s representative in negotiations with key suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
- Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
- Inventory & Supply Chain Operations
- Oversee inventory management processes, ensuring accurate monthly reporting to the VP of Supply Chain.
- Maintains product availability, forecasts future supply needs, and prepares market and cost analysis reports.
- Collaborates with Operations to assess equipment needs, evaluating repair vs. replacement decisions.
- Strategic Planning
- Develops and implements long-term supply chain strategies that support business growth and operational efficiency.
- Analyzes market trends and provides strategic recommendations to senior leadership.
- Designs and implements policies and procedures for purchasing, inventory, and contract management.
- Facilities & Space Management
- Reviews employee headcount and operational growth to provide office space recommendations.
- Oversees building space utilization to ensure cost-effective, safe, and efficient use of facilities.
- PARTNERS WITH LEADERSHIP ON FACILITIES-RELATED AGREEMENTS, LEASES, AND LONG-TERM OCCUPANCY PLANNING.
- Financial Management
- Administers the departmental budget, including setting annual rental rates and rebate programs.
- Collaborates with Finance and Operations to ensure alignment of purchasing and capital equipment decisions.
- Prepare financial forecasts for supply chain expenses.
- Operations Support
- COORDINATES LODGING, CREDIT APPLICATIONS, AND SPECIAL PROJECT PROCUREMENT.
- SUPPORTS OPERATIONS BY SOURCING PRODUCTS, NEGOTIATING EQUIPMENT RENTALS, AND SCHEDULING LOGISTICS.
- MONITORS AND RESOLVES DISCREPANCIES WITH VENDORS, CONTRACTORS, AND SUPPLIERS.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field (master’s preferred).
- 7+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, purchasing, or procurement, including at least 3 years in a leadership role.
- Demonstrated experience in vendor contract negotiation and vendor performance reporting.
- Experience with multi-branch supply chain management and facilities/space planning.
- Strong analytical and strategic planning skills.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proven ability to manage budgets, set departmental goals, and deliver measurable results.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills with ability to coach and mentor others.
- Advanced Excel and Microsoft Office Suite skills; ability to work with ERP.