Supply Chain Manager

Who is FMI?
FMI Aerostructures is one of the largest independent manufacturing businesses serving the aerospace & defense industry. Our 250-member team has been a trusted supply chain partner that manufactures critical structural components and complex assemblies for major aerospace players for over 40 years.

Why FMI makes a difference?
Customers are at the center of everything at FMI. We are excited that this team can work with key partners like Northrop Grumman and Lockheed Martin using our critical components to help important new aerospace programs take flight. Our machinists are the best in the industry, and we are investing to support their continued success. When they win, our customers win.

Why FMI could be the right fit for your career?
This is an opportunity to work locally for a long-standing, stable business that is investing to grow.

The position of Supply Chain Manager is the role is responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective flow of materials, information, and services across the entire supply chain, from the point of origin to the end customer. They will be expected to collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, including suppliers, warehouse staff, and customers, to ensure that products and services are delivered on time and in full. Additionally, they will be tasked with managing inventory levels and developing strategies to optimize performance and increase efficiency.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supervises Production Planners, Schedulers, Buyers, and Coordinator is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of planning and scheduling functions. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Develop, execute, and monitor effective supply chain strategies to maximize customer value and achieve a sustainable competitive advantage.
* Monitor supply chain performance against established goals, objectives, and metrics.
* Oversee all supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory management, warehousing, and distribution.
* Ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of materials to meet customer needs.
* Identify and implement process improvements to optimize supply chain performance.
* Analyze customer demand to determine inventory requirements and communicate to suppliers.
* Track and manage inventory levels to ensure the availability of products.
* Negotiate contracts with suppliers to ensure the best possible pricing and quality.
* Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and customers.
* Monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, cost, and delivery requirements compliance.
* Analyze current supply chain processes and make recommendations for improvement.
* Manage and coordinate transportation of goods to ensure timely delivery.
* Develop and implement strategies to reduce inventory costs.
* Monitor market trends and assess the impact on supply chain operations.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

* Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or related field

* Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar job role

* Proven track record of successful supply chain management and optimization

* Ability to develop and manage a team of supply chain professionals

* Knowledge of inventory management systems and technologies

* Ability to negotiate supply chain contracts

* Excellent problem-solving skills

* Excellent communication, organizational and interpersonal skills

* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

* Understanding of global supply chain trends and best practices

* Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations

* Ability to analyze and interpret data

* US Person is required

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; fumes or airborne particles and risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

SAFETY:

The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental, and hazardous materials regulations and procedures.,

All of the information contained herein reflects general details necessary to describe this classification's principal functions, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind all positions' duties and/or work assignments without advanced notice and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the job's essential functions.

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