Job Description
Supply Chain and Logistics Director Location Houston, TX : Reference EPR007684 Posting Reference #LI-HB1 Location Houston, TX, USA Type Full Time Job Category Supply Chain Apply for this Job
Supply Chain & Logistics Director position is a critical leadership role within EthosEnergy's Western Hemisphere and a key contributor to the overall organizational success by ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of goods and services, ultimately contributing to customer satisfaction and overall business performance.
Job Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain comprehensive supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency, reduce cost and enhance overall performance.
- Oversee supply chain policy and compliance, procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiations to ensure the highest quality products and services at the best value.
- Lead and mentor a high-performing supply chain team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation and continuous improvement.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align supply chain initiatives with overall business objectives.
- Work with business leaders to establish demand planning, warehousing and inventory management strategies, and operational metrics to ensure compliance and process optimization in these activities.
- Drive operational/transactional procurement efficiency while leveraging strategic category sourcing strategies where applicable.
- Identify and implement technology solutions to enhance supply chain visibility and data governance, track key performance indicators, and streamline processes.
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, carriers, and other partners to ensure a reliable and resilient supply chain network.
- Work with technical teams to establish & drive standards for supplier approval and product qualification (in collaboration with engineering and quality).
- Maintain an Approved Supplier List (ASL) of critical sources for the regions.
- Maintain and enhance the 3PL (3rd Party Logistics) program to ensure optimal promised OTD of materials & major critical equipment and continuous shipping lane analysis.
- Work cross-functionally to support the Supplier Quality SCAR process along with any supplier warranty or non-conformance disputes to resolution.
- Stay abreast of industry trends, regulations, and best practices to address challenges and opportunities proactively.
Required Skills / Knowledge
- Experience collaborating with global teams, developing direct reports, excellent written and verbal skills (English), other language skills desired, interpersonal skills, problem-solving, ability to effect change, anticipating changing situations and embracing change.
- Understanding the cost factors that affect internal sources and how sourcing decisions affect the overall business; for example, Should Cost Analysis, Make vs Buy analysis, etc.
- Building effective teams.
- Fostering change and innovation.
- Creating value for internal and external customers.
- Demonstrates business acumen and agility.
Experience
- Proven experience (12+ years) in a supply chain and logistics leadership role.
- Strong strategic planning and analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- In-depth knowledge of demand planning, category management, strategic sourcing procurement, inventory management, and warehousing processes.
- Familiarity with supply chain technologies, IoT and software.
- Effective communication and negotiation skills.
- Manufacturing or engineered procurement a plus
- Ability to thrive in a dynamic and evolving business environment.
- Experience working with international and cultural
Education Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
Physical Requirements
- Travel: travel required; 25% travel, some travel is short notice Hybrid mode: work time expected from our office(s) interacting with the Teams and home-office arrangement #LI-HB1
EthosEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.
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