Director of Supply Chain

MAT Holdings, Inc • Long Grove, IL • 11h ago

Join our vertically integrated team at MAT Holdings, Inc., a leading global manufacturer with a 40-year history. We're proud to provide employment opportunities for more than 14,000 employees across 12 countries. Headquartered in Long Grove, Illinois, we have over 40 factories on three continents, including 2.1 million square feet of U.S. distribution and manufacturing space.

You will find our products in home improvement centers, big box retailers, hardware stores and automotive chains. They're in the cars you drive, the trailers you tow, and the heavy-duty machinery you operate.

MAT can maintain consistent expertise and solutions across the entire supply chain. We're experts in engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, logistics and distribution, marketing, design, and customer service - we don't just make it happen, we ensure it happens with excellence.

We're more than manufacturing, we're MAT.

Benefits

MAT Holdings Inc. and its subsidiaries offer a complete benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance after 60 days of employment

Paid Time Off (PTO), including paid vacation, sick days, and paid holidays

401k Retirement Plan + Company Match

Career Advancement Program, training and development

Wellness Programs, including fitness reimbursements and mental health support

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Voluntary Life / AD&D , Employer Provided Life/AD&D

and More

Job Summary

Within our Fencing, Lawn & Garden group. The Director of Supply Chain and Purchasing is a strategic leadership role responsible for the end-to-end management of the supply chain and purchasing division. This position supervises all areas of procurement, planning, logistics, warehousing, and distribution, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials and products. The Director will develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize performance, mitigate risks, and support the company's growth objectives.

Compensation Range: $140k-$150k annually

Principle Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and execute comprehensive supply chain strategies aligned with the company's overall business goals.

Identify and implement best practices to improve supply chain efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance customer satisfaction.

Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage.

Procurement and Sourcing:

Oversee the development and execution of sourcing strategies to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials and components.

Negotiate contracts with suppliers and manage vendor relationships.

Implement supplier performance management programs to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Ensure ethical sourcing practices.

Planning and Forecasting:

Collaborate with demand planning and forecasting processes to ensure accurate inventory levels and production schedules.

Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to align supply chain plans with business needs.

Implement and maintain inventory management systems to optimize inventory levels and minimize obsolescence.

Logistics and Distribution:

Collaborate with logistics and distribution, including transportation, warehousing, and order fulfillment.

Optimize transportation routes and modes to reduce costs and improve delivery times.

Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and safety standards.

Manage import and export operations as needed.

Performance Management and Reporting:

Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track supply chain performance.

Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance and initiatives to senior management.

Identify and implement corrective actions to address performance gaps.

Manage and control the supply chain budget.

Risk Management:

Identify and assess supply chain risks, including disruptions, volatility, and regulatory changes.

Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.

Establish and maintain business continuity plans.

Competencies

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present data in an organized manner.

Delivers on commitments, has strong follow-up skills, and shows consistency between words and actions.

Highly organized, results-driven, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Analytical skills to understand the correlation among sales history, market demand, and forecast, and then make sound procurement decisions

Self-motivated team player

Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Software: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Education/Experience

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field

Minimum 8+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a proven track record of success in leadership roles.

Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, practices, and technologies.

Experience in procurement, planning, logistics, and distribution.

Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

Proficiency in SAP is a plus

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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