Supply Chain Manager

Company Overview

Come and work with us the "TT Way" which means we do the right thing, bring out the best in each other, achieve more together, champion expertise and get the job done…well! With approximately 5000 colleagues we operate from 28 locations around the world. Building the expertise of our people is critical to the future success of our organization.

TT Electronics is a global provider of engineered electronics. We collaborate with customers in the transportation, industrial, medical, and aerospace and defense markets, providing them with engineering expertise and support through a global network of specialists and world class facilities. As a responsible employer we encourage all our people to "give something back" by supporting the local communities in which we operate.

TT Electronics' Olathe, Kansas facility, is an industry-leading designer and manufacturer of custom magnetic products and assemblies. The Olathe-based site has 65 years' experience in the design and development of unique harsh-environment solutions for mission-critical applications.

Our dedicated teams are driven by collaboration and innovation to deliver engineering-led products supporting key applications including power conversion, actuation and control systems where our solutions support a broad range of globally recognized major aerospace and defense platforms across air, land and sea.

Role Overview and Responsibilities

TT Electronics is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join our Operations team. This role is primarily responsible for driving the strategic plan for supply chain, along with the day-to-day management of the purchasing and stockroom departments.

The ideal candidate will…• Have an established history of solving complex problems with innovative ideas. • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers to support long-term company growth.• Partner with various teams to meet internal and external customer dates and expectations.• Thrive in a growing and changing environment.

Essential Functions• Develops and executes supply chain strategies and plans.• Owns the supplier management process including supplier performance, SCM metrics, international issues, strategic agreements, and communication of customer flow through requirements such as FAR/DFARS, ITAR, offset, public law, quality, warranty, etc.• Directs all material activities, including translating engineering specifications to material requirements, and allow an analysis of make or buy alternatives.• Develops and leads supply chain proposal activities including task descriptions and bases of estimates. • Partners with the New Production Introduction & Engineering teams to provide material estimates on potential programs and new business. • Maintains an effective organization and team with the objective of continuous improvement in product cost, quality and delivery, and in developing effective long term supplier relationships and capabilities. • Ensures the quality and timely delivery of purchased items in support of production schedules and customer requirements.• Partners with Operations to coordinate PFEP and update systems as needed. • Ensures continuous improvement for efficient processes and workflows in each area. Identifies process bottlenecks and participates in Kaizen events to improve. • Monitors and proactively addresses performance and financial metrics including those related to cost, schedule, and quality.• Directs the planning and control of inventory, controlling inventory costs, and ensuring support to all manufacturing and marketing operations.• Advises suppliers with Supplier Management Best Practices which include risk mitigation and subcontract management plans.• Collaborates with other TT locations to ensure best practices and analyze supplier relationships across Power Solutions North America. • Other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications, Skills and Attributes

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance or related field with 5+ years' minimum of previous working experience in manufacturing operations. • Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing is required.
• 5+ years leadership experience managing effective teams. • Proficient in ERP software systems, Epicor experience a plus. • Intermediate level proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.• Knowledge of working requirements of AS9100 quality standard is strongly preferred.• Strong negotiation and conflict management skills, as well as a demonstrated analytical expertise to plan, solve problems, and establish priorities, are required.• Excellent written and verbal skills to interact with a wide audience of internal and external customers is required.• Meets vision requirements specified by quality management system.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S.

Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.

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We want the very best people in our TT family across the globe - so we welcome applications from everyone, to celebrate a diverse mix of experiences, backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and you can rest assured that TT Electronics takes positive steps to ensure we are an inclusive business, that will welcome and support you, from your initial application to wherever your career takes you!

Please get in touch if you'd like to discuss any reasonable adjustments to your application, in order that we can accommodate and support you in the process. If you want to work for a company where who you are is valued and respected, we'd love to hear from you.

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