Supply Chain Manager

SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Lets simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

WHAT TO EXPECT

We look for a position responsible for import and foreign trade, supervising Gates personnel working at Warehouse CEVA facility that coordinates incoming stocks and sales delivery, invoicing and preparation of shipping documents, sourcing alternative suppliers, following Corporate approval process for direct materials and resales items, monitor correct operation of BPCS, for CEVA with their WMS and Infobroker (Gates Imports software) and sponsor of stock policies in alignment with approved corporate targets. Control plans execution to guarantee the maintenance of approved parameters with Finance and Supply Chain.

Key responsibilities:

• Close monitor of imports processes, constant follow up with Customs broker, Customs agency, eventually law firm and Governmental authorities.
• Review and request necessary customization of Gates systems to be able to fast respond to the frequent changes observed in local foreign trade regulations.
• Negotiation with freight forwarders to ensure efficient and effective service in line with global contracts.
• Follow up of Free Trade Zone and bonded warehouse activities, review and participate in decision on convenience to operate with these facilities, given diverse foreign trade complexities.
• Supervise all 3PL daily operations and Gates personnel located in DC - receiving, picking, packing, shipping, inventory reconciliation.
• Monitor and supervision of customers claims and resolution.
• Generate alternative operations solutions to reduce cost, lead time or enable business possibilities.
• Stock planning and control, review and correct deviations (Guarantee with 3PL inventory integrity and accuracy).
• Management of current suppliers.
• Work with IT resource in set up definitions related to stock, purchasing and production (kits assembly) functions.
• Guarantee updated parameters (lead time, cost of goods, MOQ, origin) for correct reordering points.
• Supervise, prioritize, and take action to achieve target quantities of kits assemblies.
• Take actions to correct deviations to meet service level targets.
• Responsible for the monthly SC KPIs for regional consolidation and report to the Corporate (inventory financials, turns, service level per market, forecast accuracy and other requested by the Company or to attend regional demand.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor - Business Administration, Logistics, Supply Chain Management or Engineering
• Post Graduation desirable
• At least 8 years of experience in supply chain activities.
• International commerce policy and logistics knowledge.
• General knowledge about the supply Chain routines and deliverables
• Advance english level
• Office, emphasis in Excel and Power BI (desirable).

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as One Gates and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

While we expect the best we also want to give you the best. Thats why at Gates we provide an environment where people can succeed from our policy of Dress for your Day (yes - that means you can wear jeans), health club reimbursement, to our ownership of your work/life balance and more. Visit www.gates.com/careers to learn more.

WORK ENVIROMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

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