Director Supply Chain Strategy

Company: Living Spaces
Location: La Mirada
Posted on: January 15, 2021

Job Description:

Current Living Spaces Employees: Please apply via your internal Workday Account. Living Spaces is a growing home furnishing brand and we continue to open new locations. We know in order to stay current with the times and trends, we have to perpetually update our look and selection. What has truly sustained our growth - from 1 to over 20 locations, from 100 employees to over 2,000, from a humble home furnishings store to a widely recognized and respected lifestyle brand - are the talented individuals who have taken us there. We are looking for innovative, driven, and passionate professionals to join our team so we can reach even greater heights together. We believe that a great team member experience leads to an even better guest experience. That is why we place a huge emphasis on building a great culture within our teams. Our ideal candidate will have natural talent: meaning, they possess the capacity and commitment, along with an openness to being coached around skills that will ensure they delight and exceed the expectations of our guests in all areas of Living Spaces business. We also believe in our team members taking ownership of their performance and how that contributes to the overall success of their role. Position Summary The Director, Supply Chain Strategy is a key position that will act as a "Hands On" Project Manager and provide leadership for implementing a standardized network of supply chain process from the point of origin to retail store locations. Will create integrated processes among Sourcing, Merchandising, Operations, Logistics, and outside suppliers to execute the sourcing, planning, allocation, and replenishment process. Will focus on eliminating waste throughout the supply chain and creating visibility and efficiencies wherever possible. With a solid overall supply chain management understanding and expertise, this role may focus on inventory consolidation and allocation, freight optimization and distribution functions. Ideal candidate will know supply chain strategies/process from point A to point Z. Experienced Director Supply Chain Strategy with degree in Supply Chain preferred. Position Description Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. * Establish structure to organize and manage initiatives of supply chain strategy * Develop baseline of current supply chain practices to implement sourcing strategies and objectives in support of the business unit * Implement best in class supply chain technology and infrastructure suitable to the scope and size of the business, as well as scale for future growth * Determine overall optimal supply chain processes for Living Spaces across all products and markets * Develop, implement and manage the requisite disciplines and skill sets that underlie an optimal supply chain operation as well as the ultimate organizational structure for its successful ongoing execution * Provide strategic leadership in the development and implementation of company-wide materials on logistics policies and procedures as well as regulatory compliance * Establish key performance metrics and benchmarks to measure the success of the materials and logistics initiatives. Results against goals will be measured on a regular basis and presented to senior leadership * Assist in the development of annual supply chain budgets in accordance with the overall strategy to achieve company goals * Support site management on major fulfillment issues, implement program modifications within contracts and support business units to meet company requirements * Support inventory strategy execution and implement best practice S&OP (Sales and Operations Planning) process. Ensure overall capacity is secured throughout the network * Develop and maintain supplier and material spend database and drive site performance on inventory goals and targets * Leverage best practices where opportunities arise across all business units and drive compliance as defined by Supply Chain operation * Ensure that supporting project initiatives in key areas of the business are on time and on budget * Ability to present supply chain strategy to executive leadership steering team * Excellent strategic problem solving, negotiation & analytical skills; strong business acumen * Ability to influence and communicate effectively with all levels of employees * Demonstrated ability of managing cost performance, supply chain/demand forecasting and distribution execution across product lines from multiple sources * Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects at an enterprise level * Ability to self-initiate and prioritize workload to meet goals and objectives on time and on budget * Ability to analyze information effectively and consistently * Engage in the high-performance culture of Living Spaces characterized by high integrity, efficiency, productivity, teamwork, collaboration, innovation and camaraderie Qualifications Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree (B. A. or B. S.) or equivalent from four-year college in supply chain management or related field is preferred. 10+ years of experience in a Senior Management position with success in business improvement and supply chain leadership including a background that includes complex organization change and management and leading teams in multiple location distribution centers, manufacturing and retail with a high volume of products. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. Computer Skills: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Project Management tools and AX system preferred. Certificates and Licenses: None required Supervisory Responsibilities: This position will manage a team of 4-7 team members. Develop and execute the company's business strategies in order to attain the goals of the board and shareholders. Provide strategic advice so direct reports will have accurate view of the market and the company's future. Prepare and implement comprehensive business plans to facilitate. Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are communicated all the way from the top down in the company and that they are followed at all times. Communicate and maintain trust relationships with shareholders, business partners, and authorities. Able to delegate responsibilities and supervise the work of direct reports providing guidance and motivation to drive maximum performance. Equal Opportunity Employer It is our policy to abide by all federal, state, and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, physical disability, mental disability, age, military status, or status as a Vietnam-era or special disabled veteran, marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition (including but not limited to, cancer related or HIV/AIDS related), sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.

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