Director of Operations (SCM & Manufacturing)
Location: US, WA, Bellingham
Department: Operations
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Director
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Computer Hardware
Function: Supply Chain
Salary range: 50000-70000
Company profile: POS-X is a rapidly growing point-of-sale hardware manufacturer located in Bellingham, WA.  The POS-X environment consists of highly motivated, yet easy going individuals who all have a common interest in the company's core values. These include enjoying life, work, and each other; communication; being real; pursuing excellence, selflessness; embracing change; and getting work done!  Any chosen candidate should be personable and able to adapt easily to a free-flow environment where the sharing of ideas and knowledge is paramount.   
Description: POS-X is a rapidly growing point-of-sale hardware manufacturer located in Bellingham, WA.  The POS-X environment consists of highly motivated, yet easy going individuals who all have a common interest in the company's core values. These include enjoying life, work, and each other; communication; being real; pursuing excellence; selflessness; embracing change; and getting work done. Any chosen candidate should be personable and able to adapt easily to a free-flow environment where the sharing of ideas and knowledge is paramount.   We are currently looking for a Director of Operations.  The Director of Operations is responsible for the successful execution of an efficient supply chain, including run rate and opportunity analysis, order placement, inventory valuation, import, export and general warehouse operations. This individual must have a strong mathematics and finance background as well as a general understanding of efficient warehouse operations.This position is ultimately responsible for ensuring product is in stock, modified and shipped in alignment with the needs of the sales team, while maintaining optimal levels of inventory and cash flow to meet the company’s financial needs.In addition, the Director of Operations must have a baseline level of understanding regarding LEAN or other warehouse operations and execute effective management of multiple employees.Core ResponsibilitiesOptimize Inventory Levels & Minimize BackordersEfficiently manage inventory levels to meet needs of the sales team, including:Standard Run Rate BusinessNew Opportunities & RolloutsManage inventory levels across multiple warehouses and distributorsMinimize back orders via accurate forecasting and optimal logisticsAccount for individual vendor / supplier production timelines, shipping schedules, national holidays and other logistical aspectsMaximize Financial Flexibility via Effective SCM OperationsWork closely with Financial team to determine optimal levels for:Average Inventory TurnsMax Inventory ValueOther relevant factors for financial healthPredict broad level future cash needs based on inventory value / turns, upcoming product launches, sales growth projections and provided financial dataMinimize scrapped and devalued inventoryObtain highest possible levels of credit and payments terms from suppliersExecute Efficient Production, Repair and Warehousing ProceduresWork with warehouse management teams to effectively create and modify Production, Repairs, Shipping, Receiving and General Warehousing procedures to best utilize labor and optimize performanceWork closely and ensure optimal communication and performance with 3rd party logistics partners, including distributors, repair facilities, freight forwarders, etc.Misc ResponsibilitiesPerform Quarterly Business Reviews (QBR) to Corporate team with results and projections for key performance indicators such as inventory turns, cash flow projections, in-stock performance, etc.Ensure day to day procedures produce accurate transfer for financial data to accounting departmentWrite offs, devaluations, work orders, etc.Audit current relationships with 3rd party logistics partners on a regular basis to ensure they provide the highest level of performance and valueManage Accounts Payable to vendor partners and ensure accurate, on time paymentsParticipate in scheduled and Ad Hoc activitiesKey Performance Indicators (KPI)Average Inventory Turns / QtrMax Inventory Value / QtrBackorder Days / Qtr (sum of total units on backorder each day - excluding rollouts)Scrapped / Devalued Inventory / QtrPlus Individual Department Manager’s KPI’s for Efficiency Regarding:Work Orders, Repairs, Shipping, etc.
Requirements: Extensive Mathematical and/or Financial BackgroundExperience in Supply Chain ManagementExperience in Manufacturing, LEAN Principles and OperationsAbility to effectively lead and organize a team of individuals4 Year DegreeMasters or MBA Preferred
Benefits: $50 - $70k DOE and Performance + Medical, 401kHealth, Vision and Dental Insurance401k w/ 4% matchingGrowth Opportunities Available
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