Lansing Board of Water & Light

Manager, Supply Chain

Manager, Supply Chain
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LocationLansing, MI
Job Typefull time
Salary$116,000-$143,900
On-site
Utilities

About This Job

Thank you for your interest in the BWL. We think you'll find it a rewarding and nurturing place to grow your career.

Starting Salary Range: $116,000.00 - $143,900.00

Position Summary

Manage all aspects of sourcing capabilities and supply chain to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational business and operational functions. Support operational requirements, manage the procurement process, and supply base efficiently and effectively. Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and support organizational goals and strategic objectives. Develops and manages BWL policies and procedures related to procurement in accordance with public procurement standards and ethics.

Essential Functions

Oversee the operations and daily activities of the department
Establish and implement procurement policies, procedures, best practices, and monitor compliance.
Develop and maintain vendor management program with supported KPIs (cost/delivery/quality).
Performance management and development and mentoring of staff.
Lead team effectively and demonstrate conflict resolution skills.
Ability to promote integrity and business ethics; demonstrate mature judgment, trust, and open communication; ability to ensure effective teamwork, collaborative behavior, and team spirit.
Ability to develop collaborative and harmonious relationships with external partners and clients at senior level.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills to persuade and influence others.
Communicate with other departments and management peers to identify opportunities and resolve problems to effectively manage supply chain requirements.
Resolves complaints and answers questions about purchasing, inventory, investment recovery services, ethics, and purchasing policies and procedures.
Produce regular reports to support business owner needs and required annual reporting per BWL Procurement Policy.
Manage risk relating to contract administration and negotiations, vendor management and supply chain.
Establish and monitor KPIs on all aspects of the supply chain such as price, delivery, quality, lead-time, inventory, customer satisfaction and vendor relationships.
Lead continuous improvement of procurement processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions.
Adhere to safety procedures and processes and cultivates a generative safety culture.
Expected to comply with all BWL policies and work rules.
Predictable and reliable attendance.
Other duties as assigned by CFO.


Required Job Specifications:

This position requires knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in supply chain management, engineering, material management or related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
This position requires a minimum of seven years of procurement, supply chain, and inventory/materials management experience.
Five years of management leadership.
Negotiation, interpersonal and communication skills.
Advanced knowledge of principles and processes including strategic purchasing, inventory management, warehouse management, procurement card program, obsolescence recovery, customer satisfaction, contract and purchasing law.
Direct, manage and coordinate logistics, warehouse, transportation and purchasing activities in collaboration with Operations & Planning functions. Lead and direct operational planning for purchasing and logistics.
Knowledge of basic finance, budgeting, accounting, and performance management concepts required.
Intermediate/Advanced knowledge of Microsoft software applications, i.e., Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point.
Skills include contract and RFP writing, dispute resolution, policy and procedure writing, report analysis; project management, leading and developing teams, active listening, time management, critical thinking, judgment, and decision making, management of financial resources, complex problem solving, supply chain evaluation and analysis, active learning, and labor relations.
Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
Manage response to after-hours and other emergency situations as needed to ensure continuity of operations and timely resolution of critical issues.


Preferred

Master’s degree or equivalent in supply chain/sourcing
Current professional certification such as CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager), CPSM (certified professional in supply management) or (CPPO (Certified Public Purchasing Officer).
Power BI/analytic software applications
Utility experience
Knowledge of SAP or ERP based purchasing and/or inventory systems.
Supply chain automation implementations, such as warehouse barcoding.

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for the majority of the working day. The person in this position needs to move about inside the office, field, and warehouse environment. Constantly operates a computer and other office equipment. Ability to adjust focus, especially due to concentration on a computer screen. Must communicate frequently with other departments and employees both verbally and in writing. May need to lift and carry up to 30 pounds and/or position the body to reach items on the floor/ below the knee level or reach above head. On occasion, may need to use stairs.

Constantly works in a temperature-controlled office environment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills that may be required of the employee. Management reserves the right to add, remove, or otherwise alter these duties, responsibilities, and skills at any time. Why Should You Apply?

Competitive wages, employee development, and opportunity for professional growth.

Robust time off benefits including vacation, free choice, sick leave, parental leave and 11 paid holidays.

Comprehensive benefits package offered including medical, prescription, dental, life insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program.

Voluntary benefits including vision, supplemental and dependent life insurance, flexible spending, AFLAC options, LifeLock anti-theft, long term care, tuition reimbursement, and BWL's Home Purchase Plan – Forgivable $5,000 loan for purchase of a home in Lansing.

Retirement programs including 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan (DC) (100% company paid up to 9.5 % of base salary for BU positions and up to 13% of base salary for NBU positions), 457 Deferred Compensation matches up to $2,500 per year.

Post retirement benefits offered at the respective level of coverage, co-pays and health care premium, at the same level as active employees.

Two fitness centers located on site open 24/7, work life balance program, employee assistance program, free parking and much more!

About BWL

The Board of Water & Light serves Lansing, Michigan, and surrounding areas with electricity, water, and steam. Lansing's city charter vests the BWL with full and exclusive management of water, steam, and electric services for or the city. The American Public Power Association has honored the Lansing Board of Water & Light as one of the country's best publicly-owned utilities.

The Location:

Lansing lies at the heart of the Great Lakes State and offers all the beauty and splendor of the four seasons. A haven for swimming, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, golf, and hunting, mid-Michigan is also just a couple hours from premier skiing and one of the most beautiful freshwater lakeshores in the world on our Lake Michigan Coast. Lansing itself is only minutes and miles away from two of the nation’s premier universities, Michigan State University and the University of Michigan, and boasts miles of walking, running, biking trails, Potter Park Zoo, professional sports, the arts, and fine dining.

THE BOARD OF WATER & LIGHT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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