Manager, Supply Chain

Seal Dynamics (A HEICO Company) founded in 1976, with its corporate headquarters based in Hauppauge, NY is a world leader in technical sales and the distribution of aerospace components.

Our unique marketing and technical sales approach is the most effective way to assist our customers in selecting products that reduce cost of ownership. Our current product portfolio includes structural, mechanical and electro-mechanical products associated with both airframe and engine applications across all ATA Chapters. Through our strategic partnerships with some of the most respected OEMs in the aviation industry, Seal Dynamics stocks and distributes in excess of 100,000 products globally in support of our customer requirements.

In addition to our distribution network, Seal Dynamics is a market leader in the design and development of FAA approved alternative parts. Our OEM licensed PMAs and Test and Computation PMAs offer our customers viable solutions in the reduction of operational costs.

Seal Dynamics  is currently recruiting a Manager Supply Chain.

* This role is on-site and reports into our Headquarters in Hauppauge, NY

ROLE – Manager Supply Chain

Manages and oversees overall supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory control, logistics, materials planning, vendor managed inventory programs and global customer consignment inventory programs. Make recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of operations. Coordinates and resolves issues regarding existing and new products. Interfaces with Product Managers on the planning and forecasting of customer orders to meet commitments. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Inventory Management:
  • Work in conjunction with the Product Managers, Strategic Partners and other Vendors to determine appropriate stocking levels, Safety Stock and re-order points for stock Products at multiple domestic and international stocking locations.
  • Manage and Maintain the Item Master file within the ERP to meet operational, trade compliance and quality requirements.
  • Assist in development, improvement and maintenance of systems required to identify and manage optimum stocking levels including managing supplier lead times (published vs actual) along with historical delivery performance to minimize stock out positions.
  • Monitor delivery performance expectations for contractual commitments.
  • Develop and Maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPI)
  • Identify Opportunities to improve efficiency including process/work flow improvements, system changes and organizational improvements.
  • Supports Seal Dynamics kitting program with component sourcing and releasing jobs into the production schedule
• Manage Purchasing
  • Lead, mentor, and develop buyers, planners, and supply chain professionals.
  • Actively manage open purchase order backlog including expedites, pushouts, quantity changes, and cancellations.
  • Manage Sourcing of new products and re-sourcing of existing products with both domestic and foreign suppliers.
  • Manage Purchase Order Backlog to significantly reduce past due material
  • Coordinate quarterly conference calls or visits with suppliers to review performance
  • Create and enforce appropriate Purchasing controls to ensure Sarbanes-Oxley compliance.
  • Ensure proper flow down of Customer requirements to suppliers via purchase orders.
  • Identify Opportunities to improve efficiency including process/work flow improvements, system changes and reporting/communications enhancements.
• Logistics
  • Identify efficient transportation means and frequency to reduce logistics costs.
  • Maintain clear understanding of tariffs, duties, freight costs, and trade regulations.
  • Manage and process all inbound logistics, foreign and domestic shipments.
  • Select, manage, and optimize relationships with air, ocean, and ground transportation carriers to balance cost, service levels, and lead times.

   Knowledge & Skills Required:    

• Excellent Analytical Skills including processing large amounts of operating, purchasing and sales data from a variety of sources to support decision making.
• Project management skills, including the ability to handle multiple projects in an international environment and work effectively with colleagues and clients in diverse departments, geographic locations, and time zones
• Highly motivated, high energy with the ability to both work independently and with the team
• Ability to develop staff and effectively delegate tasks and responsibilities
• Strong interpersonal and mentorship skills
• Aerospace and/or Industrial Distribution background (Preferred)
• Syteline/Infor ERP Experience (Preferred)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize and to focus on details with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
• Proficient skills in Microsoft Word and Excel

Experience and Skills Required:

• Bachelors or equivalent
• Minimum three years of experience in Product Management, Materials Management, Inventory Management and/or Purchasing in Manufacturing or Distribution environment.
• Two years of experience in management/supervisory role within Materials Management, Inventory Management and/or Purchasing in Manufacturing or Distribution environment.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Profit Sharing
• Stable employment with a growing organization
• Career development and advancement opportunities
• Paid Time off and Paid Holidays