Director, Supply Chain Systems - Safelite AutoGlass : Job Details

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Director Supply Chain Systems

Does this position interest you? You should apply - even if you don't match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

A Brief Overview

Reporting to the Vice President of Supply Chain Optimization, the Director of Supply Chain Systems will have direct responsibility for leading the creation and maintenance of the Supply Chain portfolio of systems. The Director of Supply Chain Systems will direct both the product owner function as well as the implementation team and will lead initiatives related to solution identification, RFP's, budget creation, project management, deployment, upgrade path, aging of assets, etc. They will actively direct the process of managing our portfolio of projects and status updates and will act as program or project manager on key efforts as assigned.

The Director will travel to support and lead the implementation team related to deployment of the applications in the field. This role has a heavy OCM (org change management) responsibility as well bringing cross functional teams through the changes. This role will also serve as the industry expert, keeping up to speed with latest evolution of supply chain technologies developments.

What you will do

* Leads the product owners (WMS, ERP, OMS, TMS, Etc.) as well as the implementation team to drive best in class business lead system design, configuration and implementation leading to improved, competition differentiating capabilities

* Develops, coaches, and mentors key talent to build a world-class distribution and logistics organization

* Conducting site visits to support implementation of operations systems and processes, lead projects, conduct site training, perform audits and assist optimization and standardization programs as well as share best practices across the enterprise, focusing on chain compliance.

* The management of critical project components including project integration, scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk and procurement (RFP's/RFQ's) through all phases of the systems life cycle (Build, Implementation, Optimization, Monitoring, and Sunset)

* Key stakeholder and partner with the Supply Chain PMO and/or Project Manager in the planning, execution, delivery, and close out of projects which modify, enhance, or impact operational processes within supply chain facilities specifically with regards to systems configuration and implementation and the delivery of new and/or modified standard operating procedures for supply chain.

* Responsible for all asset management that includes but isn't limited to life cycle planning, management and creation of annual capital budgets as well as 3-to-5-year life cycle projections (i.e. material handling equipment, devices, hardware, etc.)

* Directs efforts in assessing the fit of complex IT solutions and identifying gaps early for subsequent evaluation in the pursuit/solution development process including the development of system roadmaps, business requirements, and user stories

* Creates and ensures cross functional alignment on all business plans and network risk mitigation through proactive written and verbal communication, roadmaps, and system-driven operation reporting.

* Maintains operational integrity, open communication channels, and resolves issues effectively and promptly

* 40-50% Travel to Supply Chain Sites or Home Office

* Performs other duties as assigned

* Complies with all policies and standards

Education Qualifications

* Bachelor's Degree Required

Experience Qualifications

* 10+ years progressive continuous improvement leadership, preferably in a distribution or logistics environment Preferred

Skills and Abilities

* Strong process, investigation, influence and analytical skills (High proficiency)

* Demonstrated ability to drive significant, positive impact across a large-scale operating company (High proficiency)

* Experience with Korber (High Jump) or Tier 1 WMS and Oracle is a plus (Medium proficiency)

* Six Sigma or Continuous Improvement Skills (Medium proficiency)

* Experience with Project Management Software, Processes and Tools (High proficiency)

* Experience with a growth organization focused on positive culture and engagement. Develops Talent (Low proficiency)

* Experience in leading national or global initiatives with heavy organizational change management requirements (Medium proficiency)

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

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Diversity: Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Learn more at Safelite.com/Careers.

Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodation will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job's essential duties because of an ADA disability. Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws and regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

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