Supply Chain Manager

Who are we?  

https://www.cosasco.com/  

Cosasco is an industrial product company providing leading edge integrated corrosion and erosion monitoring systems, including non-intrusive and intrusive technologies. Since 1950, Cosasco has provided solutions for such diverse industries as oil and gas, petrochemical, water treatment, chemical, pulp and paper, pharmaceutical, and utilities.   

Cosasco is a subsidiary of Halma plc (“Group”).  Halma plc is listed on the London Stock Exchange whose purpose is to grow a safer, cleaner, healthier future for everyone every day!  Halma plc has a current market capitalization of approximately £7 billion. The group has nearly 50 businesses operating through four sectors (Medical, Environmental & Analysis, Process Safety, Infrastructure Safety) in more than 20 countries and major operations in Europe, North and South America and Asia, supplying customers in 160 countries and employing more than 6,600 people worldwide. 

Job Summary: 

Cosasco is looking for a Supply Chain Manager to develop and implement a supply chain strategy that maximizes customer satisfaction through on time delivery, lead time and quality metrics, reduces inventory, and delivers the lowest total landed cost.  You will lead and manage purchasing and planning functions, research product availability, delivery dates and pricing, coordinate the prioritization of supplier demand, and communicate production delays as needed. Analyze our current buying and planning processes and create the best methods for day-to-day operations.  Interact with various internal departments to support timely customer order shipments and with external suppliers for inventory and cost controls. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

Direct Reports: Two Buyers, One Production Planner 

• Establish and implement planning and purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Monitor ongoing compliance with planning and purchasing policies and procedures. 

• Monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives. 

• Oversee the operations and daily activities of the purchasing and planning department. 

• Produce regular reports on purchase commitments, costs, and delivery performance. 

• Manage, develop, and motivate team. 

• Direct continuous improvement of processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions. 

• Develop, monitor and manage KPI’s for suppliers in alignment with QDC targets– Supplier Defect Rate, OTD, Cost Savings, Cost of Inventory / Stock Turns.

• Develop, monitor and manage KPIs for team in alignment with QDC targets – Jobs released on time, Purchases placed on time, Number of Unconfirmed purchase orders, Purchase Price Variance 

• Support development of contract manufacturing partners in Americas

• Performs other related duties as assigned.  

Principle Responsibilities: 

• Oversees and coordinates with suppliers and other departments to ensure and verify product specifications, availability, pricing, and delivery dates. 

• Direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints. 

• Develop and manage a cost-out funnel from ideation to execution to achieve lowest total cost of ownership. 

• Develop, negotiate, and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements. Negotiate advantageous terms.  

• Drive increasing inventory turns, reduced cycles, and improved customer OTD by developing, implementing, and managing pull-based replenishment processes including but not limited to Kanban, VMI, and Supplier Consigned inventory. 

• Maintain awareness of world markets and emerging material or logistics related issues in the industry and position the supply chain to flexibly respond accordingly. 

• Continually assesses risk of supply chain and identifies & implements approaches to reduce risk. 

• Manage supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity, and reliability. 

• Support supplier qualification and approval process 

• Provide effective support to new product introduction teams, proposal development, and subcontracting opportunities as they develop. 

• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers. 

• Establish and update an approved supplier database. 

• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials. 

• Fully utilize Epicor MRP system to plan purchases and track performance. 

• Introduce performance improvement measures for suppliers. 

• Review purchase orders for proper authorization and compliance with organizational policy and procedures. 

Required Skills/Abilities:  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail 

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills 

• Strong supervisory and leadership skills 

• Ability to function well in a high-paced environment 

• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications 

• Financial & business acumen 

Education and Experience: 

• College degree in business, materials management, supply chain or related field

• 5+ years’ experience in purchasing and planning in an industrial manufacturing environment 

• 2+ years’ supervisory experience 

• Working knowledge of all laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts 

• Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems  

• Knowledge of project specific execution will be an added advantage  

Work Conditions and Physical Requirements:  

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer 

• Flexible schedule, including some weekend hours 

• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times 

• Some travel may be required, up to 20%