Director of Supply Chain Summary

Director of Supply Chain Job Opening in Detroit, Michigan. A manufacturer of building supplies is seeking to fill a Director of Supply Chain job in the Detroit area. Our Supply Chain recruiters are seeking accomplished and innovative Supply Chain Directors for this job in the greater Detroit area.

Detroit Director of Supply Chain Overview:

This Detroit, Michigan job is a great opportunity for a supply chain professional looking to take their next career step. This Detroit job also offers competitive compensation and a good benefits package.

Detroit Director of Supply Chain Job Opening

Exceed expectations for delivery levels through inventory management innovations.
Evaluate current teams, systems, and processes and make changes to improve the overall system.
Plan and establish priorities for the different teams within the Supply Chain department.
The Director of Supply Chain manages all logistics functions, identify areas for cost savings.
The Director of Supply Chain must keep track of performance metrics and implement corrective actions.
Interface with manufacturing and procurement to find areas where savings could be made in the supply chain.
The Director of Supply Chain will lead and support Lean initiatives throughout the supply chain.
The Detroit Director of Supply Chain ensures regular communication throughout the supply chain so changes and irregularities are communicated to all concerned parties.
Participate in monthly sales and operations planning meetings, provide data on customer demand and supply. Provide action plans on any imbalances in the supply chain.
The Director of Supply Chain will oversee and improve panning systems. Assist in the selection and implementation of a new system or any upgrades.
Oversee the routing of company freight inbound and outbound.
Ensure compliance with all rules and regulations, external and internal.
Travel as necessary (<30%) in and outside of Detroit, Michigan.

Director of Supply Chain (Detroit Area) Job Requirements:

A four year degree in supply chain, operations, business, or a related discipline.
At least ten years of progressive supply chain/logistics/materials management experience.
Experience working in a multinational company.
Great planning and analytical skills, able to summarize larger supply chain concepts.
An overall understanding of manufacturing, engineering, procurement, and logistics.
Able to develop and interpret metrics for results.
Demonstrated ability to implement new processes and tools to improve systems.
Exceptional communication skills, able to create positive professional relationships.
Good computer skills.
Familiar with Lean Six Sigma, certification would be beneficial for this job.
APICS training and certification preferred for this job.
Masters of Business Administration with a focus on Supply Chain would be preferred for this job.

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