THE COMPANY

The company is a family-owned door and window manufacturer.

THE POSITION

Manages, analyzes and executes the supply chain activities, including but not limited to material procurement; inventory control; vendor selection; and distribution of finished goods.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop a comprehensive plan to procure quality materials at the best possible price and terms while enabling or client to meet on-time deliveries and increase profitability.
• Manage inventory effectively to maintain timely, accurate results of operations and positive cash flows. Develop and manage materials planning functions for raw materials.
• Create and utilize forecasts to assist with material procurement and inventory planning.
• Create integrated processes among departments and outside suppliers to assist in procurement, inventory planning and distribution of finished goods.
• Establish and monitor critical performance measurements and benchmarks related to procurement and deliveries.
• Measure actual performance vs. goals and benchmarks.
• Serve as key negotiator with materials suppliers to receive the best terms and pricing.
• Manage our distribution of finished goods through our shipping fleet.
• Develop distribution strategies to efficiently service growing and new markets.
• Manages fleet contracts to meet needs and reduce cost exposure.
• Manages loading department to ensure accurate loads and on-time deliveries.

• Expert analytical skills to develop forecasts, goals, process improvements and proposals.
• High-level understanding of the impact of purchasing and inventory on financial statements.
• Strong negotiating skills.
• Strong problem-solving ability.
• Ability to build and manage a competent team of employees.
• Ability to develop and execute strategies.
• Strong written skills and ability to effectively assemble proposals.
• Outstanding communication skills; able to effectively convey messages across multiple departments.