Provides supply chain and logistics leadership for Strategic Business Unit (SBU) distribution operations
Responsible for Transportation, Warehouse and Inventory KPIs and subsequent report out to leadership
Applies 80/20 methodology in all operational initiatives, their planning and execution
Optimizes Trailer Cube Utilization (TCU), Trailer Ratio (TR), Cost-to-Serve (CTS), On-Time-Delivery (OTD) and finished goods inventory; pallet management to be added as needed
Identifies, implements and sustains supply chain initiatives.
Executes on best practices, distribution operations and sourcing tools, procedures and analytics (incl. financial analytics), through effective utilization of all available technical and support team resources
Efficiently communicates and coordinates between supply chain relevant departments in plant and SBU
Establishes and maintains a strong collaborative relationship with PSNA Converting Supply Chain
Accountable for efficient provision and communication of data and execution of results, as it relates to distribution sourcing events
Responsible for Shipping Leader Training Program (SLTP) implementation and execution in their SBU
Provides 1st line training and support for SBU shipping leaders, including owning the onboarding of new shipping leaders; requires flexibility to travel to plants (as needed)
Represents PSNA Supply Chain field operations interests in a SLTP council as required
Support Lead Team objectives such as Safety, Quality, Engagement and Profitability
SBU Responsibilities:
Collaborates with cross-functional businesses/groups/organizations to probe for alternate sources to develop answers or processes to improve operational performance. Successfully uses methodology and project tools to accomplish tasks. Competent to work on all phases of analysis while considering the implication of the current and future business environment.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree preferred; 5+ years logistics or supply chain experience
Demonstrated competence to work with minimum supervision and effectively with all levels in workforce
Proven inclusive and result oriented leadership
Building effective teams to support continuous improvement
Excellent communication skills; effective and efficient verbal, written, electronic and presentation skills
Consistent track record for getting business results
Knowledge of Witron, SAP and KIWI preferred
Proficiency in MS Windows suite and PowerBI or PowerApp skills a plus
Competencies:
Business Insight
Builds Networks
Plans and Aligns
Financial Acumen
Optimizes Work Processes
Tech Savvy
Customer Focus
Action Oriented
Interpersonal Savvy
Manages Ambiguity
Collaborates
Manages Complexity