Supply Chain Business Manager

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Supply Chain Business Manager in Livermore, CA.

Summary:
This Supply Chain Business Manager (SBM) position is an individual contributor that plays a vital role in managing suppliers in the RF commodity with core responsibility to ensure finished goods are delivered per plan. The SBM will work with suppliers to manage and improve their processes, drive operational excellence in supply chain operations, and participate in continuous improvement programs.

Key Responsibilities:
Material Planning & Procurement:
* Plan, schedule, and monitor material flow through the production cycle to determine procurement needs
* Establish supplier goals to align material delivery with forecasted demand

Supplier Performance & Risk Management:
* Define and track supplier performance metrics to drive continuous improvement
* Evaluate quality, delivery, and cost benchmarks, and assess risks tied to preferred supply base selection

Process Improvement & Best Practices:
* Lead initiatives to deploy best-known methods in procurement, inventory control (JIT, Kanban, min/max), and manufacturing strategies
* Develop presentations, white papers, and process flow charts to support continuous improvement

Cross-Functional Collaboration:
* Partner with Product Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, and Supplier Quality Engineering to resolve supply challenges
* Collaborate with Engineering and suppliers to troubleshoot complex issues and ensure timely delivery of critical materials

Cost Management & PPV Control:
* Monitor product cost with suppliers to prevent negative PPV and support cost reduction efforts

Supplier Development & Manufacturing Excellence:
* Drive improvements in supplier manufacturing processes to enhance product quality and on-time delivery

Operational Metrics Ownership:
Manage key performance indicators including:
* Supplier On-Time Delivery (OTD)
* Consignment program effectiveness
* Lead-time reduction

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, Engineering, or business; MBA or post graduate degree in Supply Chain Management preferred
* Minimum 8 years of working experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or production environment, preferably in Semiconductor/manufacturing environment
* Creative thinking and strong problem-solving capabilities
* Has extensive experience interfacing with customers and suppliers and managing these relationships, knowledge of supply chain management business processes
* Experience with Program Management, exhibit attention to detail, sense of urgency and ability to handle multiple tasks in fast paced environment
* Exceptional interpersonal relationship skills, Solid analytical and written/oral communication skills with ability to communicate cross-functionally and with various levels of the organization

Preferred Quals:
* Project Management/Lean Six Sigma experience
* Ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements
* SAP experience

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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