Responsible for leading all aspects of parts logistics, inventory control, and supply chain optimization to ensure operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Manage a team of Parts Analyst and oversee inventory planning, procurement, and distribution strategies while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
Play a critical role in shaping the future of inventory management by driving requirements and executing strategy for the implementation of a new inventory management system.
Drive execution of the EVBS Parts and Inventory Management strategy.
Ensure adherence to the established parts vision, physical and digital inventory management strategy.
Drive buy-in and consensus with key stakeholders (Operations, Engineering, Client facing teams, etc.)
Focus on continuous improvements and error proofing (kaizen, kanban).
Own all items for Production Schedule Management.
Develop and maintain detailed production schedules to drive sourcing, inventory, and procurement activities.
Create forecasts in the absence of supplier data to ensure continuity in planning.
Collaborate with production teams to adjust schedules based on real-time constraints and material shortages.
Own and cultivate relationships with Supplier base
Collaborate with EVBS clients and internal stakeholders to escalate and resolve sourcing and supplier issues.
Provide clear, timely communication regarding supply chain risks and mitigation strategies.
Determine part usage and required quantities.
Align procurement schedules with build plans.
Resolve part shortages and work with suppliers to mitigate risks.
Expedite shipments to avoid production disruptions.
Strategically plan purchases to minimize scrap, especially near program end-of-life.
Conduct regular cycle counts and physical inventory audits.
Perform receiving inspections to ensure parts meet quality and specification standards.
Maintain accurate records of Minimum Order Quantities (MOQs) and supplier lead times.
Maintain sufficient core inventory to support forecasted production.
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline and 6 years’ experience in a related field
The right candidate could also have a different combination, such as a master’s degree and 4 years’ experience; a Ph.D. and 1 year of experience; or 10 years’ experience in a related field.
1+ year of experience in a management or leadership role
Requires strong knowledge of supply chain operations, including dynamic demand planning, inventory management, logistics, production planning, and supplier management.
Requires strong knowledge of ERP systems and supply chain analytics tools, including advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Demonstrated experience in inventory control, compliance, and maintaining accurate inventory systems and processes.
Proven ability to develop and manage dynamic demand forecasts, replenishment strategies, and production schedules.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, collaboration, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.
Tech Stack
ERP
Benefits
The flexibility to take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations
Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year
Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members
Additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave