Job details
Salary $6,000 - $7,000 a month job type full-time contract number of hires for this role 3
Qualifications
High school or equivalent (preferred)
Microsoft excel: 1 year (preferred)
Supply chain: 1 year (preferred)
Us work authorization (preferred)
Full job description
Role
As an experienced supply chain director you will lead end to end duties for the warehouse, including demand planning, strategic material sourcing, procurement, order processing and negotiating deals where needed.
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Responsibilities
Providing leadership and mentorship for logistics, replenishment, inventory control & demand planning.
Reviewing and updating supply chain practices in line with company policies, standards, laws and regulation.
Planning inventory to determine appropriate levels of stock.
Maintaining an adequate inventory to meet customer demands while minimizing inventory risks.
Maintaining knowledge of trends, pricing, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directing purchasing programs accordingly.
Managing weekly forecasts and replenishment planning for all material categories.
Decreasing company expenses and increasing profitability over time.
Maintaining or increasing efficiency of internal and external processes over time.
Analyzing seasonal inventory demand by examining the manufacturing capacity and understanding customer needs and demands.
Actively participating in and assisting with new product launches to ensure production to meet demand is viable from an inventory perspective.
Reviewing purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
Developing and implementing policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximizing efficiency and optimize workflow.
Assisting the warehouse manager, warehouse staff and customer service team to mitigate risks of undesired long/short inventory positions.
Sourcing and negotiating with vendors in accordance with the company budget.
Consistently negotiating with vendors, suppliers, and freight teams to maintain the most cost effectiveness for the company.
Assisting and/or performing special projects and other duties as deemed necessary by the leadership team.
Results
Budget optimizations are consistently made to reduce expenses and increase profitability wherever possible.
Inventory maintains a 95% accuracy rate.
Inventory levels are kept at agreed levels in relation to sales forecasting.
Delivery times to end customer are kept within agreed okrs for each country.
Requirements
Fluency in mandarin very beneficial due to majority chinese supply chain (though not essential).
Must have +5 years experience in remote warehouse managementThis position is fully remote.
Must be willing to travel to 3pl locations for warehouse inspection and other related networking reasons.
Must have working experience in the implementation or change of erp systems.
5+ years direct vendor negotiation experience is highly preferred.
Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
Excellent analytical and problem solving skills.
Proficient with microsoft office suite or related software, as well as inventory software.
The attitude to get things done and done right the first time.
This job is not for you if you have a limited skill set and are looking for your “first opportunity to show what you can do” - while we appreciate the interest and are sure that you’re going to find your perfect team we are specifically looking for someone with previous experience in the field of supply chain management and it would not be a good fit for either of us if you do not have this experience.
This job description is not all-inclusive and certain activities, duties or responsibilities may be required of the employee as needed.
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Job types: full-time, contract
Pay: $6,000.00 - $7,000.00 per month
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to friday
Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
Seattle, wa: reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (preferred)
Education:
High school or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
Microsoft excel: 1 year (preferred)
Supply chain: 1 year (preferred)
Work location:
Multiple locations
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: multiple locations
