Company Description
Blachford Acoustics Group is a leading designer and supplier of high-quality acoustical materials, molded headliners, and floor mats for heavy truck, off-highway, and industrial Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs). With state-of-the-art facilities in North America and the UK, the company delivers custom-designed solutions supported by advanced acoustics technologies. With over 100 years of experience, Blachford serves as a technology leader in its markets, committed to innovation and customer satisfaction. The company values employee contributions and fosters an inclusive environment where everyone can make an impactful difference. Blachford is ISO 14001 certified, highlighting its dedication to responsible environmental practices.
Job Summary:
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing supply chain functions across multiple manufacturing locations. This role is critical to ensuring material availability, optimizing production schedules, and driving internal supply chain process improvements. While the primary focus will be on managing and enhancing internal operations—particularly in scheduling, planning, and procurement- the role also contributes to sourcing and supplier development initiatives in coordination with the broader supply chain strategy.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- 45% - Purchasing Process: Ensure timely and accurate placement of purchase orders by the team. Resolve escalated supplier issues that may impact production. Drive the use of existing systems to improve accuracy, visibility, and accountability in purchasing workflows.
- 45% - Scheduling Process: Oversee and continuously improve production planning and scheduling processes, ensuring optimal material flow and production efficiency. Monitor inventory levels and work to improve inventory turns and working capital metrics (e.g., Days Inventory Outstanding). Ensure timely execution of MRP processes and alignment between procurement and production schedules.
- 10% - Collaborate with Sourcing and Supplier Development teams on cost savings projects, dual sourcing, and supply risk mitigation. Support supplier performance evaluations and initiatives aimed at improving lead time, pricing, or quality. Assist in onboarding new suppliers and qualifying alternate materials where necessary.
Knowledge/Skills/Qualifications Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field.
- A valid US driver's license and passport are necessary.
- Professional certification (e.g., CPP, CPSM, CIPS, Six Sigma, CPM, Scrum) is a plus
- 10+ years of experience in procurement, planning/scheduling, or supply management in manufacturing.
- Familiarity with commercial products, for example, acoustics products, plastics, fibers, or chemicals categories, is a plus.
- Application of lean tools to supply chain. (e.g., VSM, 5S, root cause analysis)
- Knowledge of materials systems. (i.e., purchasing, MRP, BOM structure, ERP, etc.
- Supply chain KPIs: OTIF, PPV, DIO, forecast accuracy, schedule adherence.
- MRP (Material Requirements Planning) and Master Scheduling principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Office, advanced Excel, and data analytics; GlobalShop is a plus.
- Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
- Innovate and resolve issues with sound judgment.
- Effective verbal and written communication of complex information.
- Understand and influence individuals effectively.
- Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines with stakeholders.
- Collaborate well across all management levels and departments.
- Proven success in meeting targets and objectives.
- Prioritize requests and provide effective alternatives.
- Maintain credibility with internal customers and suppliers.
- Understand and balance partners' needs (supplier, procurement, engineering, R&D, planning, quality, sales).
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today and be part of a team driving innovation and technical excellence!