JOB OPPORTUNITY
TITLE: Procurement Contract Manager- Manhattan
THE COMPANY: Our client is one of the worlds most successful consumer goods companies. Continued business growth requires the addition of a highly promotable contracts specialist to its corporate sourcing staff.
THE POSITION: The successful candidate will source, negotiate, select, administer and manage contracts issued and implemented globally for the corporate indirect sourcing team. Will interpret contract provisions and document review and coordinate with internal departments to ensure prompt handling and accuracy. Will contribute to contract issue resolution process working with legal and interested internal parties to ensure their critical input and alternative approaches. Will solicit vendor quotes as needed and manage purchase order process. Will work with all types of contracts to include commodity agreements, support and maintenance agreements, professional and service agreements.
THE CANDIDATE: A BSBA along with a minimum of 4 years of progressive experience in a large corporate sourcing environment handling contracts for non-IT services. Requires a highly organized, detail-oriented negotiator knowledgeable of legal and business issues regarding purchasing. A strong work ethic, integrity and excellent interpersonal and project management skills are all required attributes. Excellent writing and verbal communication skills is a must along with proficiency in using MS office applications. CPM or APICS certification is a plus.
COMPENSATION: An attractive salary and comprehensive employee benefits package is offered including relocation assistance.
CONTACT IN
CONFIDENCE: Maury N. Cyr
Cyr Associates, 177 Worcester St., Wellesley Hills, MA. 02481
(781) 235-5900 FAX: (781) 239-0140
EMAIL: cyrinc@mindspring.com
WEBSITE: www.cyrassociates.com
POSTED: 10/18/06
TITLE: Director of Global Logistics-Consumer Products
THE COMPANY: Our client is a leading New York based designer and marketer of highly desirable consumer products manufactured and distributed worldwide.
THE POSITION: Reporting to a corporate Vice President, this key logistics executive will lead the inbound logistics team in the transportation and handling of products shipped from domestic and overseas vendors to a global network of distribution centers. Will perform needs analysis, evaluate current practices and develop strategies and procedures geared to improve overall logistics operation. Will focus on implementing process improvements to meet plan. Will build relationships and establish strategic alliances with key vendors including air freight, ocean transportation and third party resources. Will use best practices and key performance standards for vendor base to ensure superior service performance. Will continually strive to lower costs, increase service order fill levels, decrease time in transit/storage while maintaining high quality service for logistics worldwide.
THE CANDIDATE: Minimal requirements include a BSBA along with 8+ years of progressive experience in a large-scale global consumer products logistics/transportation environment. Should be experienced with inbound shipping using multiple distribution sites and have familiarity with transportation load building, tracking and freight. Proven leadership experience is a must along with proficiency in using Microsoft Office Products and with systems and software such as ERP, S.A.P., JD Edwards and Manugistics. Must be current in logistics and transportation guidelines and regulations. APICS certification is a plus as well as membership in CLM and related industry associations.
COMPENSATION: A very competitive salary is offered along with a comprehensive employee benefits package.
CONTACT IN
CONFIDENCE: Maury N. Cyr
(781) 235-5900 FAX: (781) 239-0140
177 Worcester Street, Suite 303, Wellesley, Hills, MA. 02481
EMAIL: cyrinc@mindspring.com
WEBSITE: www.cyrassociates.com
POSTED: 10/18/06
Position Title:
Vice President of Supply Chain Management
Location:
Indianapolis, IN
Description:
Vice President of Supply Chain Management
Delta Faucet
About the Company
A world leader in faucet products, Delta Faucet Company was founded by Masco Corporation, a Fortune 200 consumer products company, in 1954. The company's kitchen and bathroom faucets, shower systems, and accessories, including soap dishes, towel racks, and shelves, are sold under the Delta, Peerless, and Brizo brands. Delta distributes its products in the US through retail stores, wholesale showrooms, and builders and contractors. Internationally, the company sells in more than 50 countries. Annual sales are approaching $900 million.
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana
Delta's Mission
Delta will be the market share leader in providing differentiated branded faucets and related products that support our success with faucets among consumers. We will focus on understanding and fulfilling the product and service needs of consumers, builders, installers and specifiers of faucets for places where people live around the world. We will understand the needs of our targeted customers and implement programs and services to provide optimal access to our products, utilizing Masco products and services where appropriate.
Corporate Values
• Mutual respect and caring for people: our employees and their families, customers, suppliers, shareholders and communities.
• Passion for excellence in all that we do.
• High ethical and moral standards that lead to honesty and integrity in fulfilling our internal and external commitments and living up to our responsibilities for quality and continuous improvement.
• High level of individual accountability within teams resulting in a positive work environment and outstanding business results.
• Entrepreneurial spirit that willingly embraces learning and change and accepts sensible risk.
• Open and honest communications, listening and responding that defines expectations, recognizes the efforts of others and provides regular, constructive feedback.
• Competitive spirit in all the things we do that allows us to have fun while we work hard to attain our goals
Business Philosophy
Dedicated to the total customer experience, Delta invests heavily in internal processes and systems to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction.
Distribution Channel
WA worldwide leader in faucets and related accessories, Delta sells products in more than 53 countries. Within the United States, Delta faucets are sold through a nationwide distribution channel of retail stores and wholesale showrooms. These products are also sold through builders and contractors.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Executive Vice President of Manufacturing and Operations, the selected candidate will:
• Develop, manage and monitor strategic supplier relationships in line with super segment needs. (Global Procurement)
• Ensure proper production/capacity planning and scheduling is in place to meet customer requirements. (Corporate Manufacturing Planning)
• Oversee and maintain optimum inventory levels to ensure just in time delivery to support production requirements while minimizing capital investment and transportation charges. (Inventory Management)
• Direct our logistics, distribution and transportation efforts. (Distribution)
• Manage the customer service department and call centers. (CRC)
• Manage the activities of: Directors Purchasing - both direct and indirect with a Strong need for Asian/China sourcing experience ($400mm spend); the Director of Materials who oversees inventory levels and flow of materials, and the Director of Logistics and Distribution.
Scope: There are 3 major plants (2 Indiana and 1 Tennessee, plus a smaller assembly operation in China, though this plant generates < $50mm) and 1 major distribution center. Distribution is important because it covers the trade/traditional/dealer business and the ever more difficult retail business.
Experience:
• Degree in Business or Engineering with MBA.
• 10-15 years supply chain experience with functional experience in planning, logistics, purchasing and distribution.
• Project management skills.
• Multiple distribution channels.
• Consumer products preferred.
• Six Sigma/Lean experience preferred.
• JDE system knowledge.
• Able to use various information systems for analysis and making continuous improvement of complex business processes.
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