Senior Director, Supply Chain

Responsibilities

• Provide multiple site leadership in the execution and strategy development of materials procurement for multiple sites worldwide
• Cook up material requirements to support product lines of assigned divisions
• Establish and direct material programs and projects that provide specialized material planning, surveillance, budgets and controls
• Plan and direct the coordination of Material Cost Inputs required to support proposals
• Present results to cognizant operating Divisions’ Management
• Foster and maintain a sound and reliable working relationship with all suppliers and respective management, resolving any major material problem that may arise
• Develop and achieve Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business Plans in accordance with P.L. 95-507
• Select, train, develop and review of subordinates; Recommend hiring, terminating and/or other changes in status of subordinate personnel
• Oversee prioritization of assignments; Plan, budget, organize and direct flow of work to meet both internal and external expectations
• Utilize Continuous Improvement principles and drive efficiencies and quality enhancements within department
• Lead staff through effective hiring, developing, utilization, inspiration and counseling
• Implement company policies for Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity
• Ensure a work environment that will foster openness, commitment, discipline, career growth and both an internal and external customer focus
• Maintain a current best practice knowledge and deployment within Supply Chain management
• Regularly participate in and utilize leading best practice resources to continually upgrade function and employees’ capabilities
• Provide multiple site leadership

Qualifications

• 4 year degree strongly preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management
• 10+ years of experience in commodity purchasing/planning; 8+ years in a leadership role
• Demonstrate experience in large volume, more complex purchasing accounts/commodities
• Show strong negotiating and partnering skills
• Show effective written and oral communication skills
• Show effective analytical, planning and organizational skills
• Show the ability to maintain strict confidences
• Show effective problem solving skills and the ability to make sound business decisions
• Show strong leadership skills and ability to develop, lead and inspire teams
• Show the ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Show effective risk management and project management skills
• Lead, or at least participate in, a continuous improvement activity with complete documentation including a follow up review with the team in a presentation format

Benefits

• Compensation Range: $147,231.00 to $184,038.00 USD
• Many factors are considered in compensation decisions, including but not limited to skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, incumbent data, and other business needs
• Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours
• Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws

Pay

$147,231.00 to $184,038.00 USD

Schedule

M-F 0800-1700

Geographical Location

Mining City: Rochester

Physical Location

Rochester, MN

Shift

Shift 1

Work Schedule

M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

Full Time

Additional Notices

• This job posting will remain open until filled
• Additional Notices: Benchmark adheres to applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits.
• Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing careers@bench.com

Export Control

This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws. As such, employment for this job position may be contingent on either verification that an applicant falls under the definition of a “U.S. Person” (which includes U.S. citizens, U.S. lawful permanent residents, and those granted U.S. asylum or refugee status) or on the Company timely obtaining any necessary export license required under federal laws. The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer. We are bringing together a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives to promote an innovative, collaborative, and creative place to work. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at careers@bench.com.