Director Supply Chain

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Come explore opportunities within Brunswick, a global marine leader committed to challenging conventions and innovating next-generation technologies that transform experiences on the water and beyond.  Brunswick believes “Next Never Rests™,” and we offer a variety of exciting careers and growth opportunities within united teams defining the future of marine recreation. 

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Position Overview

The Director of Supply Chain is responsible for leading all activities within Supply Chain and Logistics to support the development, production and distribution across multiple departments, supporting 28 models of Boston Whaler boats. This role leads a team of up to 40+ employees (including direct reports and managers) across various parts of Supply Chain including sourcing, purchasing, warehouse, loading, logistics, and coordinates with supplier quality in a rapidly growing environment. 

At Brunswick, we have passion for our work and a distinct ability to deliver. 

Essential Functions:

• Coordinate the sourcing and purchase of raw materials and components for the organization, totaling more than 8,000 active SKUs, with over 400 vendors
• Plan, develop, optimize, and direct production fill rates, inventory costs, and shortage levels; proactively report product and material availability and quality issues
• Identifies and develops opportunities for material cost reductions and efficiency improvements while maintaining or improving product quality
• Takes a pro-active role with other company employees in assessing present raw material fulfillment and logistics practices and works with appropriate internal and external groups to initiate and execute process improvements
• Establishes professional working relationships with suppliers, communicates priorities for critical shipments and provides accurate monthly and annual material forecasts; Maintains strong relationships with customers to influence high-level strategies related to materials and logistics
• Works closely with Sales, PDE, and Production Team on review and feedback of late change orders, special instructions, and production schedule changes
• Responsible for employee performance evaluations including, hiring, training, coaching, and promotion decisions
• Ensure both warehouse and loading operate with highest regard to safety.  Align resources to match business requirements for both facilities.
• Utilizes Key Performance Indicators to drive business

Diversity of thought and experiences is fundamental when imagining the unimaginable. Certain skillsets/experiences are necessary; however, others can be developed along the way.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Minimum of seven years of Supply Chain experience in manufacturing environment required
• Thorough knowledge of Supply Chain operations inclusive to Strategic Sourcing, Inventory Management, Logistics, and Demand Planning in multi-plant environment.

• ERP and advanced analytics training and understanding
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence and negotiate effectively.
• Strong analytical and proven problem-solving skills required

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.B.A. degree preferred
• Experience with Lean/5S methodologies (Greenbelt Certification Preferred)
• Enthusiastic self-starter with excellent organization skills; ability to balance multiple priorities
• Ability to lead effectively within a team environment

Working Conditions:

• Standard office environment with ability to work on shop floor as needed. Office environment is climate controlled.
• Shop floor is non-climate controlled. Temperature fluctuates with outside environmental conditions, such as air temperature, radiant heat from sunlight, air movement, and humidity levels.
• The noise level in the office environment is minimal. The noise level on the shop floor is usually moderate.

The anticipated pay range for this position is $115,700 to $185,900, annually. The actual base pay offered will vary depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, relevant experience, business needs, and geographic location.

At Brunswick, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the salar