Supply Chain Manager Supply Chain professional managing all aspects of the function for a dedicated customer(s), market segment or geographic region.  Solely responsible for managing function (without staff); planning, analyzing and implementing activities related to the timely, cost-effective procurement, inventory control, planning and quality control of production materials. This includes responsibility for inventory turns, strategic solutions, cost management, and cash cycle days   Ensures effectiveness of procedures and systems and will implement changes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and streamline procedures. Specific Duties and Responsibilities   Very strong customer contact, negotiation, and problem resolution skills.  Excellent communication and presentation skills.  Confidence in presenting and dealing with supervisory levels and external customers.  Ability to manage multiple, detailed projects to a successful end while working under tight time deadlines.  Must have experience of communicating, motivating, and persuading with a wide variety of internal and external customers.  Must be comfortable with shifting priorities, timelines, and requirements.  Supply Chain theory with practical experience.  Ability to work effectively on cross-functional teams in a global team environment Fluent in spoken and written English Knowledge and Skills Bachelor's degree or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience.  At least 6 years experience in Manufacturing, Purchasing, and/or supply chain management Communication – Frequent communications with all levels of personnel at customers, suppliers, and internally, including International personnel in many different countries and time zones. Customer Focus (may be internal or external) - Very strong customer contact, negotiation, and problem resolution skills.  Excellent communication and presentation skills.  Confidence in presenting and dealing with supervisory levels and external customers Problem Solving – Strong ability to analyze situations, identify problems, and recommend/implement corrective actions, processes, etc. Job specific skills – Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain management.  EMS experience a plus.  Strong analytical skills and Excel skills desired. Leadership – Strong leadership skills required.  Able to lead projects and motivate/drive the behaviour of non-direct reports. Innovation – Consistently analyzes situations and offers new ways to achieve better results.  Organization/Project Management – Must be a “self starter” capable of managing themselves and prioritizing tasks efficiently and effectively.  Ability to lead projects ranging from short-term to longer term more complex projects requiring excellent communication and leadership to assure success. Effort Position requires ability to manage multiple, detailed projects to a successful end while working under tight time deadlines and to be comfortable with shifting priorities, timelines, and requirements.  Some travel required including international travel. Working Conditions Normal office environment.