Supply Chain Manager, North America

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year, the company manufactures thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.  In addition Prysmian is a Global leader in the manufacturing all types of wires and cables products needed throughout the elevator.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Team Overview and Job Responsibilities

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for ensuring material availability throughout the supply chain to meet our customer needs.  This Supply Chain functions for the Rocky Mount, NC and Oshawa Canada plants; including raw material planning and releases to support both plant manufacturing and the distribution centers; master scheduling and finite scheduling of production and kitting activities; and inventory control, transportation, and distribution functions for raw materials and work in progress (WIP) supporting the manufacturing plant.  This position manages salaried and hourly employees.

Principle Functional Responsibilities

Supervise the Production Planning and Scheduling Team in Rocky Mount, NC and Oshawa Canada with responsibilities including Master Scheduling, Production Planning / Coordination, Shop Floor Scheduling and Materials Planning.

• Directly responsible for the management and procurement of raw materials using MRP within SAP ERP system with support from Corporate Purchasing, including both raw material for plant consumption and for the Distribution Centers to ship to customers.
• Responsible for Sales and Operations Planning and using outputs to drive production planning, inventory management, both quality and quantity, and customer service.
• Responsible for all or most of the following: sales and operations planning (S&OP), intercompany management, inventory control, transportation, and works closely with procurement, customer service, manufacturing, production planning, warehousing & distribution etc.
• Ensuring accurate inventory control and planning.  Coordinate and supervise physical inventory take, including cycle counting, and month end inventory process.
• Overseeing the shipping and receiving functions of the manufacturing sites, including scheduling, dispatching, and on-time delivery.
• Ensuring all operating goals are met, including cost, safety, schedule conformance, shipping accuracy, inventory accuracy, supply levels, customer service, employee productivity, etc.
• Team-oriented with the ability to communicate with all levels of the organization clearly and concisely from hourly associates to senior management. 
• Managing a team of hourly and salary employees, including workforce planning and scheduling, employee relations, and employee development.  
• Promoting and ensuring a safe and environmentally compliant work environment.
• Participating, as needed, in continuous improvement initiatives using tools such as Six Sigma, and other process improvement techniques.
• Oversees all customer shipping issues, including claims for loss or damage.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Five or more years of supply chain, warehousing, materials supply, and/or distribution required and preferred experience in progressive production / materials planning in a managerial role (Materials, Shop floor, etc.).
• Strong Leadership skills
• Experience with ERP systems preferably SAP System. 
• Materials planning and scheduling experience, harness building / kitting a plus.
• APICS and Six Sigma Certifications are a plus
• Willingness to work varying hours (evenings and weekends) depending on production requirements. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• General manufacturing, warehouse, and office.
• PPE- Ear plugs, gloves, safe