Director of Supply Chain
Company: TAT Technologies Ltd
Location: Greensboro
Posted on: November 12, 2024
Job Description:
Established in 1969, TAT Technologies ("TAT") is a fast-growing
profitable provider of aerospace thermal management, power and
actuation products and repair services. TAT is a strategic global
partner to leading players in the aerospace industry and
specializes in providing innovative commercial, defense, OEM and
repair/overhaul solutions. Our experience, flexibility, and
commitment to meeting customer's requirements have positioned us to
be a trusted partner to some of the world's leading aircraft
manufacturers, OEM's, airlines, MRO's, air forces and defense
organizations. TAT employs more than 600 employees' worldwide, with
facilities in the US and Israel.The Director of Supply Chain is a
highly-motivated, customer-centric leader, responsible for the
organization's overall supply chain operations, including
warehouse, shipping & receiving, purchasing and inventory of raw
materials, selection of vendors, and distribution of finished
goods. This position is also responsible for evaluating past
performance data to forecast needs, inventory planning, and
production scheduling.The Director of Supply Chain will establish,
own, drive, and achieve all relevant key KPI/metric performance
that supports the overall supply chain activities. As a member of
the site Senior Leadership team as well as a member of the
corporate group supply chain team, this individual is expected to
provide top-level leadership within the organization on both a
tactical and strategic level.Reports to General
Manager.Responsibilities:
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement and cost reduction to
maximize efficiency and effectiveness within a Lean Manufacturing
environment.
- Oversee all direct and indirect purchasing spend.
- Effectively monitor stock levels to achieve 98% fill
rates.
- Familiar with material provisioning models based on business
forecasts.
- Inventory control (including but not limited to: levels,
reductions, cycle counts, controls, storage, issuance, segregation
& usage).
- Communicate with vendors to achieve required performance and
cost metrics for the business.
- Sourcing of parts with new and existing vendors.
- Identify and establish new vendors to be utilized by the
business.
- Establish and maintain all T&Cs for all orders placed and
ensure compliance by vendors.
- Establish good relationships with key vendors to build strong
partnerships.
- Monitor and correct inventory levels at outside warehouses
(3PL) and internally to ensure rotation and maximize working
capital.
- Work with freight forwards and transportation companies to set
the best route and rate (review and approve all freight terms and
agreements).
- Collaborate with plant, warehouse, and logistics departments to
determine and set up intercompany transfers.
- Work directly with the sales department to determine the most
cost-effective distribution solution for finished goods
transportation to customers.
- Establish, maintain, own, and drive department KPIs, derived
from Business KPIs.
- Conduct inventory & purchasing analysis to identify
opportunities for improvement.
- Research, create, graph, chart, design, and produce reports and
spreadsheets for development of new capabilities as required.
- Lead the supply chain team in executing best practices and
measuring performance through agreed-upon KPIs and report on
results.
- Proactively recognize and solve challenges affecting current
and future ability to achieve production objectives.
- Adhere to and maintain compliance with Supply Chain budgets and
business plans that support OTD/TAT.
- Support proper utilization of ERP system (Pentagon).
- Maintain the highest level of integrity and confidence of
sensitive information.
- Provide leadership to direct and/or indirect personnel daily to
the TAT group culture standards.
- Maintain ethical business practices and compliance with all
federal, state, and local laws at all times.
- Operate according to Group Supply Chain directives and
coordinate with Supply Chain personnel across the company.
- Maintain work areas with professional appearances. Minimum
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering,
Business Administration, or a related field. An advanced degree
(MBA or Master's) is preferred.
- Minimum of 8-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain
management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role within the
aerospace or MRO industry.
- Must be able to read and understand technical data and
drawings.
- Excellent computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office
(MRP experience required).
- Must be able to make business decisions and work with deadlines
while understanding pressure.
- Must have the ability to work with people and communicate (both
oral and written) effectively with other personnel and
management.
- Candidate must always present professional behavior with
customers, vendors, visitors, and business associates.
- Experience leading and building effective cross-functional
teams to support overall organizational performance.
- Demonstrable experience leading and implementing
lean/continuous improvement strategies and additional best-in-class
manufacturing techniques to drive competitive advantage in quality,
cost, and schedule.
- Candidate must have a high level of integrity, confidentiality,
and discretion. PREFERRED SKILLS:
- Extensive knowledge of the aerospace industry, preferably in
MRO operations.
- FAA A&P license certification preferred.
- Prior experience leading or supporting cultural transformation
is highly preferred.
- APIM Certified Production Inventory Management (CPIM) a plus.
Piedmont Aviation Component Services, a subsidiary of TAT
Technologies, is dedicated to providing an inclusive, fun, and
unique workplace. We believe in acknowledging and appreciating the
value of our team members. One way we value our team is by
providing a comprehensive and expansive benefits offering to
include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, 401K with company
matching, STD, LTD, accidental coverages, EAP, and more. Insurance
carriers vary based on location.
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