Novanta Inc.
Location
Ludwigsstadt | Germany
Job description
Director Global Supply Chain Management (m/f/d) page is loaded
Starten Sie eine Karriere mit Innovationen, die den Unterschied machen! Novanta treibt mit seinen Innovationen Technologien voran, die das Gesundheitswesen und die moderne Fertigung verändern, die Produktivität steigern, die Lebensqualität der Menschen verbessern und das Machbare neu definieren. Für unsere Kunden weltweit entwickeln wir technische Komponenten und Subsysteme, die extreme Präzision und Leistung für eine Reihe von unternehmenskritischen Anwendungen bieten – von der minimalinvasiven Chirurgie über die Robotik bis hin zum 3D-Metalldruck.
Novanta ist ein globales Unternehmen mit über 26 Standorten in Nord- und Südamerika, Europa und im asiatisch-pazifischen Raum. Sie suchen einen tollen Arbeitgeber? Sie haben ihn gefunden – mit einer Kultur, in der Teamwork, Zusammenarbeit und Empowerment eine wichtige Rolle spielen. Lernen Sie Novanta kennen.
Key job responsibilities include leading team and key suppliers to meet/beat cost, delivery, quality, net working capital, profitability and revenue goals as well as identifying and executing on improvement opportunities within supply-chain to mitigate risk. Also an inbound/ outbound team is led in order to manage material transports from/ to supplier, customers and service partners, as well as the customs clearance process. An additional responsibility is related to achievements of optimizations and improvements by managing business process within the supply chain such as Kanban introductions, digitalization of supply processes, optimizing SAP processes. You will leverage your team and key suppliers and collaborate with Novanta global supply chain team and MIS cross functional team to achieve the goals of the business unit.
Coordinate MIS supply chain team activities with suppliers, cross functional team and Novanta global supply chain team.
Interface with cross functional team on critical part shortage issues as an escalation level and effectively interact with Novanta global supply chain team and suppliers for timely resolution.
Review, prioritize and execute on existing and incremental savings and inflation mitigation projects to deliver the PPV/PPI material productivity goals as per AOP (Annual Operating Plan).
Assist and/or own on time implementation process for supplier resourcing and VAVE design change proposals as per supplier risk reduction, consolidation, and inflation mitigation projects.
Lead monthly PPI productivity reporting process and collaborate with MIS and Novanta finance team to ensure reporting is completed error free and on time as per the established guideline.
Lead team to optimize material /information flow and inventory turns, and reduce exposure to excess and obsolete inventory, to achieve MIS DIOH (Days Inventory on Hand) goal.
Partnering with the Novanta global supply chain team, implement and manage MSA (Master Supply Agreement), Frame Contracts, NDA, Kanban/ Call of and Tooling Agreements to mitigate risk, increase savings, improve quality, and reduce lead time enhancing MIS’s competitive market position.
Lead detection, early warning, and analysis of distressed and/or high-risk suppliers utilizing Novanta risk tracker process and follow up on recovery actions for closure.
Facilitate idea generation events with key suppliers for improvement opportunities leveraging Novanta global supply chain team, and MIS cross functional team.
Prioritize and execute on necessary changes. During NPI (New Product Introduction), work closely with the cross functional team, and Novanta global supply chain team on the procurement strategy that delivers best cost, shortest lead time, and highest quality product for our customers.
Collaborate with Novanta Compliance Manager and drive compliance process with team and suppliers to ensure all requirements are met on time with highest score and lowest risk.
Work with all levels of the operation to nurture a culture of continuous improvement by providing a high-level of support (collaborative problem-solving) for the ideas and pain-points of the team.
Establish category strategies for the different material groups and supplier management strategies and manage the goal related action points to be executed
Lead the inbound / outbound department ensuring cost efficient transport structures for materials. Also ensuring correct customs clearance procedures and compliance is a key task.
Keep contact with the relevant stakeholder within MIS and Novanta
Strict compliance with the quality, occupational safety and environmental regulations and implementation of the instructions of the quality / environmental management officer and the occupational safety specialist.
The manager is responsible for creating and maintaining facilities for his or her area of responsibility, and for giving instructions and taking other measures to ensure, maintain and improve occupational safety and environmental protection regarding occupational safety and environmental protection, the prevention of occupational accidents and environmental damage, occupational diseases and work-related health hazards.
B.S. or B.E. in Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or Industrial Engineering required, M.S. or M.B.A strongly preferred.
Min of 5 years’ relevant work experience in a supplier facing leadership role, as described above.
Thorough understanding of global purchasing policies, processes, and systems related to i.e. electronics, plastics, devices, PCBA and cable commodities in medical sector.
A proven track record of delivering results in a global, diverse and matrix organization.
Strong negotiation skills with ability to create long term sustainable results.
Effective written and verbal communication skills (through all org levels) and excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage complex workload and prioritize assignments/projects with tight deadlines.
Excellent problem solving and analytical skills.
Ability to independently troubleshoot issues, determine course of action and take initiative.
Sound organizational and planning skills with a solid attention to detail.
Ability to read, and comprehend technical documents (drawings, specs, engineering changes, etc.)
Computer skills using Microsoft Office and in particular expertise with Excel as well as experience working in SAP.
Regulatory experience (ISO 13485, 9001, 17025, and related) would be a huge benefit.
Demonstrated business acumen and a basic understanding of the P&L and balance sheet, including the creation of complex ROI calculations.
Knowledge of inventory management and production scheduling principles (MRP, Kanban, JIT, etc.)
Knowledge of sales forecasting and how it ties to procurement and factory planning principles (SIOP, PSI, S&OP)
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and tools (Kaizens, improvement workshops, etc.), and continuous improvement techniques.
General knowledge of compliance such as hazardous materials, conflict minerals, sustainability, and cyber security.
Profound knowledge about customs clearance procedures and processes
Formal APICS certification highly desired.
Certified negotiations training strongly preferred.
Six-Sigma Green or Black Belt certification highly desired.
fluent in English and German skills at least on B2 level
Willingness to travel domestically and internationally to supplier and/or other Novanta locations.
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Novanta is a trusted technology partner to medical and advanced industrial OEMs (original equipment manufacturers), with deep proprietary expertise in photonics, vision and precision motion technologies. We engineer mission-critical core components and subsystems that deliver extreme precision and performance, enabling our customers to improve productivity, achieve breakthrough performance and enhance people’s lives.The driving force behind our growth is the team of innovative professionals who share a commitment to innovation and customer success. Novanta’s common shares are quoted on NASDAQ under the ticker symbol “NOVT”.
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