Supply Chain Manager jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Are you a Supply Chain Materials Manager with at least 10 years of experience in the Electronics Manufacturing industry looking to join a niche company that offers growth? DTS is an award-winning electronics manufacturing company that has been named "Best Place to Work" for the past three years.

We have an open position for a Supply Chain Materials Manager at our office in Seal Beach, CA - you could be just who we are looking for to grow our team. If you meet the qualifications below, we encourage you to apply today.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Plans and manages all activities related to purchasing, production planning, inventory control, and shipping and receiving.
• Manages cross-functional team consisting of Buyers, Planners, and Inventory/Material and Shipping Coordinators. Ensures that the quality and quantity of work produced is accurately completed in a timely manner. Prepares performance evaluations, makes salary recommendations, and participates in recruitment and hiring activities as needed.
• Develops team’s job results by training, coaching, and counseling team members, as well as proactively addressing employee issues and performance standards in collaboration with HR and Senior Management. Develops, maintains, and is accountable for the successful and timely completion of key performance indicators and group goals.
• Procures and/or manages the procurement of materials and supplies using the ERP/MRP system.
• Accurately maintains inventory, purchase orders, and production plans.
• Responsible for creating, managing, and negotiating long term contracts, vendor blanket orders, vendor-managed buys.
• Develops and manages relationships with vendors to obtain product and services information such as price, negotiated discounts, availability, minimum order quantities and delivery schedule.
• Works closely with key suppliers to reduce their lead times, control pricing, and continuously improve quality.
• Assists in coordinating with Operations and Engineering Departments in identifying and qualifying new suppliers.
• Acts as Export Compliance Officer and ensures compliance with export rules and regulations.
• Coordinates implementation of Engineering Change Orders (ECO) that affect material on order or on hand at vendors.
• Participates in and coordinates meetings as needed.
• Ensures purchasing and inventory compliance for government contracts.
• Assists with financial audits, inventory audits and vendor location audits.
• Performs other job-related tasks as requested by DTS management.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar discipline and substantial (approximately 10 years) supply chain/purchasing or other related experience in a high mix, fast-paced, high tech, electro-mechanical manufacturing environment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is necessary. APICs certification is a plus.
• Previous experience as a manager or supervisor as well as the ability to effectively lead/manage a cross-functional team utilizing strong analytical, reasoning, inter-personal communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills are necessary.
• Demonstrated leadership and negotiation skills; ability to analyze technical data in supplier proposals; strong communication, negotiation, and mathematical skills; knowledge of supply-chain management, major contract types and the underlying contract law, and basic accounting principles; ability to perform financial analysis is necessary.
• Previous experience with materials planning in a high mix, low volume manufacturing environment is necessary.
• Previous experience in procuring Printed Circuit Board Assemblies (PCBA), fabricated items, electronic commodities, cable assemblies, and processing materials to support production is necessary.
• Previous experience purchasing for government contracts is preferred.
• APICs certification is a plus.
• Working knowledge of logistics including export rules and regulations is necessary.
• Ability to effectively lead/manage a team utilizing strong analytical, reasoning, inter-personal communication, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skill is necessary.
• Demonstrated ability to appropriately address and document details, meet deadlines, and communicate/work effectively with other departments in a professional, diplomatic manner is necessary.
• Ability to effectively communicate with a wide variety of audiences (such as customers, vendors, executives, employees), verbally and in writing, is necessary.
• Demonstrated proficiency using various computer programs, such as; Windows 7/8/10, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), and Microsoft Project; is necessary.
• All new hires will be required to successfully complete and pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

Benefits
Upon eligibility, some of the benefits offered include:

• 6 Company Paid Holidays a year
• The last week of the year off paid by DTS
• Flexible Schedules
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Employer-paid Group Life Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Plans such as: Accident, and Critical Illness
• Tuition & Training Assistance
• 401k Retirement Plan with an employer match

What sets DTS apart?

For 3 years in a row, DTS has been named as a “Best Place to Work” by our employees. Why? Because we value satisfied employees just as much as satisfied clients. With competitive benefits, flexible work schedules, paid training and much more - we aim to attract the best talent and keep them here.

Our culture and employee perks help DTS achieve exceptional client service. When we have happy and motivated employees that is the best way to achieve the exceptional level of service our client’s demands.

The pay range listed below allows for candidates with various levels of skill and experience to be considered, as well as room for growth achieved within the role over time. Offers extended to a candidate will be based upon their unique set of knowledge, skills, education, and experience as well as internal equity.

$100,000 - $135,000 DOE

DTS is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

From: Diversified Technical Systems, Inc.