Supply Chain Manager

Eatons Power Delivery Division is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager to join our team. This position will be based at our Waukesha, Wisconsin facility. No relocation is provided.Position Overview:The primary function of this role is to plan, direct, & coordinate all materials functions for the Lincoln Ave. Facility, including inter-unit, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Sales Inventory and Operations Planning, Production Control, Receiving, VMIs, MROs, and Shipment of Product. Plan & manage the procurement of a large variety of complex materials and services to effectively support the production requirements for the plant; oversee the review and negotiation of purchase price, quality, availability, delivery, and other factors necessary to ensure the overall conformance of materials purchased to manufacturing specifications and overall company production objectives; manage and coordinate materials inventories and services.Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. Its where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potentialand where you can help us reach ours.In this function you will:+ Manages plant materials process to support operations in meeting performance of department+ Manages and reviews inputs (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning process (SIOP), cycle counting, physical inventory, profit planning) and controls (min./max. levels, lead times, etc.) of the ordering process to ensure that inventory levels (purchase parts, WIP, finished goods, consignment, in-transit etc.) to meet Plant, Division and Corporate expectations+ Balances and coordinates the workloads and responsibilities of the employees within the Materials Planning/Scheduling function to support Plant level metrics in the areas of Financial Performance (overtime efficiency, on-time delivery, top line sales) by leveraging lean principles and plant balance (level loading, ship ahead schedules, etc.).+ Oversee the location, selection and development of new and necessary delivery time frames. Alternate sources of supply to meet production requirements of the plant.+ Develop and maintain effective contacts and working relationships with key suppliers.+ Plan and manage the preparation and communication of product specifications for bid and manage negotiations with the most favorable prices, quality, delivery time, etc.+ Manage and oversee the award and administration of purchase orders and agreements in accordance with established company policies and procedures; resolve promptly any supplier problems.+ Work with Division Supplier Quality team to coordinate quality audit programs for new and existing suppliers; meet with suppliers to discuss product specifications, product quality, etc.+ Identifies and implements cost reduction opportunities by reviewing supplier capabilities, material options, and processing requirements in order to meet and/or exceed the cost reduction initiatives.+ Leads organization in attaining key metrics, including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Inventory and Cost out.+ Models the Eaton ethical conduct policy, the Eaton Values and Philosophy, and complies with all other corporate, plant, and regulatory policies and regulations as applicable.+ Leads cross-functional process improvement teams.+ Improves inventory accuracy by maintaining a formalized inventory cycle counting procedure with root cause analysis to drive corrective action.+ Plans and coordinates annual physical inventory in accordance with corporate accounting procedures.+ Supervises, provides functional guidance, and directs assignments for direct reports.+ Maintains communication link with divisional HQ, other plants, and Eatons Logistics Center (ELC) to maintain parts availability/inventories+ Plan, recommend, justify, and manage annual operating budgets and financial targets in accordance with known operational needs, strategies, and objectives.+ Plan and manage training, instruction, and guidance to all subordinate supervisory and other employees to ensure their knowledge of proper equipment and use of accepted work processes and standards.+ Remain knowledgeable of required personnel-related policies and procedures of the company; monitor and correct employee actions of behavior to ensure adherence with required policies, procedures, systems, and rules.+ Create a strategy to control inventory levelsWhen we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we as individuals and as a company are stronger. QualificationsRequired (Basic) Qualifications:+ Bachelors degree from accredited institution+ Minimum three (3) years of experience in Supply Chain Management, with experience developing and controlling production schedules and inventory levels+ Minimum one (1) year experience demonstrated leadership experience+ Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now and in the future+ No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within the immediate geographical area of 50 miles of Waukesha, WI will be considered.Preferred qualifications:+ Masters degree in engineering, MBA, systems or materials managementWe are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.We make what matters work. Everywhere you lookfrom the technology and machinery that surrounds us, to the critical services and infrastructure that we depend on every dayyoull find one thing in common. It all relies on power. Thats why Eaton is dedicated to improving peoples lives and the environment with power management technologies that are more reliable, efficient, safe and sustainable. Because this is what matters. We are confident we can deliver on this promise because of the attributes that our employees embody. Were ethical, passionate, accountable, efficient, transparent and were committed to learning. These values enable us to tackle some of the toughest challenges on the planet, never losing sight of what matters.Job: Supply Chain / LogisticsRegion: North America US/Puerto RicoOrganization: ESSG CPSD PDD Power Delivery DivisionJob Level: ManagerSchedule: Full-timeIs remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: NoDoes this position offer relocation?: NoTravel: NoEaton is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Eaton is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.