Manager, Supply Chain

Manager, Supply Chain

Arizona State University

Department Name: SCM PUR Supply Chain

Campus: Tempe

91246BR

Job Description

The Supply Chain, Materials Management department, seeks a Supply Chain Manager who, under administrative direction, manages, plans and oversees various supply chain functions for the university. Qualified candidate should possess a strong background in inventory management, logistics, warehouse operations, MRO procurement and production/inventory planning.

Salary Range

Depends on experience

Close Date

23-May-2023

Essential Duties

• Serves as departmental project manager in the design, development and implementation of projects, programs, and systems.
• Establishes and continually monitors/manages project expectations with team; assigns tasks and identifies issues for resolution to ensure optimal team effectiveness.
• Oversees activities related to inventory planning, inventory management, SKU/part management, and other activities related to the control of materials purchased and/or stored in ASU warehouses.
• Builds/designs material resource planning templates methodologies.
• Maintains and is responsible for inventory turns, slow moving inventory, and SKU management.
• Directly manages, develops and supervises a supply chain team, which may include supervisors, leads, buyers, material handlers and student workers.
• Responsibilities include hiring, performance management, professional development, work assignments, route planning and scheduling.
• Markets and promotes Materials Management supply chain services to internal stakeholders and departments in support of key university initiatives.
• Manages and develops supply chain personnel to meet the fast-paced delivery and service expectations of the university.
• Develops, monitors and measures key performance indicators and identifies issues for resolution insuring optimal team effectiveness.
• Participates in departmental strategic planning and the development and attainment of departmental goals and initiatives.
• Resolves operational problems and issues affecting the department and recommends long-term solutions and improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain or related field AND five (5) years of related administrative/supply chain experience, which includes two (2) years of supervisory experience; OR, Any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been achieved.   

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement and inventory principles and practices.
• Evidence of effective communication skills.
• Demonstrated knowledge of procurement and warehouse management related systems.
• Experience using Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Working Environment

• Activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse (80%).
• Required to stand for varying lengths of time and walk moderate distances to perform work.
• Activities may also performed in a warehouse environment (20%).Frequent bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds.
• Regular activities require ability to quickly change priorities, which may include and/or are subject to resolution of conflicts.
• Ability to clearly communicate to perform essential functions.
• Regular use of standard office equipment including, but not limited to: computer workstation/laptop (keyboard, monitor, mouse), printer, fax, calculator, copier, telephone and associated computer/technology peripherals.
• Drives University vehicle and/or cart to campus site.
• Employee must possess a valid US Driver’s license of the appropriate class and required endorsements throughout employment.

Department Statement

At ASU, we care about our employees. We offer a total rewards package that includes: 

• AZ state school tuition reduction for employees and their dependents and spouse; all available on day one of employment.
• Competitive wages.
• Disability and leave program for income protection.
• Employee assistance for confidential and free behavioral health services.
• Generous accrual of paid sick and vacation time.
• Low cost dental, health, life and vision insurance benefits; all available on day one of employment. 
• Paid adoption and fertility subsidies.
• Paid time for professional development and volunteering.
• Retirement programs with employer match; designed to promote long-term savings and provide income upon retirement. 
• Wellness program for preventative health education and screenings. 
• Wide variety of employee discounts through ASU partnerships. 

ASU Statement

Arizona State University is a new model for American higher education, an unprecedented combination of academic excellence, entrepreneurial energy and broad access. This New American University is a single, unified institution comprising four differentiated campuses positively impacting the economic, social, cultural and environmental health of the communities it serves. Its research is inspired by real world application blurring the boundaries that traditionally separate academic disciplines. ASU serves more than 80,000 students in metropolitan Phoenix, Arizona, the nation's fifth largest city. ASU champions intellectual and cultural diversity, and welcomes students from all fifty states and more than one hundred nations across the globe.

ASU is a tobacco-free university. For details visit www.asu.edu/tobaccofree

AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Arizona State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.

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Employment Verification Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening which may include verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Background Check Statement

ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the background check.

Fingerprint Check Statement

This position is considered safety/security sensitive and will include a fingerprint check. Employment is contingent upon successful passing of the fingerprint check.

Instructions to Apply

Application deadline is 3:00PM Arizona time on the date indicated.

Please include all employment information in month/year format (e.g., 6/88 to 8/94), job title, job duties and name of employer for each position.

Resume should clearly illustrate how prior knowledge and experience meets the Minimum and Desired qualifications of this position.

ASU does not pay for travel expenses associated with interviews, unless otherwise indicated.

Only electronic applications are accepted for this position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: What is the meaning of “equivalent combination” in the minimum qualifications? It means one year of higher education or 24 credit hours, is equal to one year of experience. For example, a four year Bachelor’s degree is equal to four years of experience.

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