Director Supply Chain Analytics Jobs in Decatur, TX

Position Summary

The Director, Supply Chain directs overall supply chain operations, including purchasing, inventory, selection of vendors and distribution of finished goods. 

Position Details

• Develops and implements supply chain strategies and process improvements to support operational efficiency and business objectives.
• Negotiates vendor contracts and pricing to ensure cost-effective purchasing and reliable supplier performance.
• Utilizes data monitoring and analytics to evaluate performance and trends to forecast inventory and distribution requirements.
• Partners with Project Managers, Division Managers, Foremen, and Superintendents to ensure material availability and alignment with project requirements.
• Serves as mentor and provides training and coaching to team members.

Qualifications 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain management, Business Administration, or related field, or equivalent education, training and/or experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of purchasing experience required, with minimum of 5 years' experience leading a purchasing team in the construction or manufacturing industry
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills 
• Strong leadership and communication skills 
• Ability to align and achieve company, division, and project goals 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) 
• Ability to control and reduce external spend while developing a strong supplier base 
• Excellent team-building and customer service skills 
• Strong interpersonal skills 
• Excellent project management and problem-solving skills

Benefits

As a 100% employee-owned company, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for you and your family:

• 401(k) plan with 50% company match (no cap) and immediate 100% vesting
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (100% paid for employee)
• Annual bonus program based upon performance, achievement, and company profitability
• Term life, AD&D insurance, and voluntary life insurance
• Disability income protection insurance
• Pre-tax flexible spending plans (health and dependent care)
• Paid parental leave
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time
• Training/professional development opportunities and company-paid memberships for professional associations and licenses
• Wellness benefits 

About Southland Industries

As one of the nation's largest MEP companies, Southland Industries is built on the foundation of great people. Since 1949, we have put our people first, enabling growth, professional achievement, and innovation. If you want to join a fast-paced environment where you're engaged, challenged, and valued, apply now to join our dynamic team.

To learn more about careers at Southland, explore our career opportunities, follow us on social media, and check out our website.

Southland Industries and all its subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing our employees with a safe work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Southland Industries are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, medical condition, marital status, family care or medical leave status, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Southland Industries will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics.

Contingent Employment: All employment offers are contingent upon successful drug tests, background checks, and professional reference checks. Roles that include driving as an essential job duty will be required to have a successful Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR). We are not able to offer sponsorship of employment at this time.

External Agency Announcement: Its Southland Industries' policy not to accept candidate submissions from recruiting agencies without an active and authorized work order. Candidate ownership can only be established after a bona fide work order is issued by a member of the Southland Industries Talent Acquisition team and the candidate is appropriately submitted through our Applicant Tracking System (ATS).