The Director of Supply Chain will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our supply chain operations to ensure efficient, cost-effective, and timely delivery of products/services to our customers. This position will play a pivotal role in driving continuous improvement initiatives, fostering strategic supplier relationships, and implementing best practices to enhance overall supply chain performance. Key Responsibilities: - Cultivate and manage relationships with suppliers to enhance supply levels, ensuring timely and accurate materials procurement. - Strategically plan and replenish inventory based on customer forecasts and demands, finding a balance between maximizing inventory turnover and meeting customer requirements. - Analyze customer demand, stock levels, and product supply to ensure the availability of the right products across the distribution network, initiating necessary stock movements. - Optimize inbound and outbound transportation using various modes, such as truckload and ocean/intermodal, while managing third-party logistics (3PL) relationships. - Oversee multiple warehouses, optimizing the planning of material and labor resources to meet customer demand. - Actively seek and implement cost reduction opportunities in freight and service providers. - Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to ensure optimal cost and operational performance. - Minimize and mitigate slow-moving and obsolete inventory through periodic reviews and disposition. - Provide leadership to the supply chain team, supporting individual development, managing performance, and fostering continuous improvement. Qualifications, Skills and Experience: - Bachelor?s degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or a related field; Master?s degree preferred. - 8-10 years of experience in supply chain administration within a distribution environment. - APICS certification is preferred. - Advanced knowledge of Excel and ERP tools (SAP/Oracle preferred). - Excellent communication and negotiation skills. - Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. - Problem-solving skills required - Occasional travel will be required Contract Info / Information sur le contrat - Job ID / No. du Poste: 34558 - Open Positions / Postes Ouverts: 1