Position Title: Senior Manager – Supply Chain

Department: Metal Finishing - Surfaces, U.S. Gypsum Company / Phillips Manufacturing

Reports To: Director - Finance

POSITION SUMMARY:

This leadership position in Phillips Manufacturing’s (“Phillips”) Logistics department is responsible for directing all aspects of Production Planning & Scheduling, Raw Material Replenishment, Finished Goods Stocking Levels, and Interplant Transfer Supply Planning for Phillips’ network of 10 manufacturing/distribution locations.

This position leads integration of daily logistics activities into a cohesive workflow, intended to support efficient plant operations, lowest cost distribution, and optimal service to customers.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Effectively lead & develop a team of production planners, logistics coordinators, and inventory control associates. Team is specifically responsible for Production Planning, Freight Carrier Coordination, and Inventory Management.

• Establish and maintain stocking levels for all SKUs at each location, regularly reviewing and updating them as business conditions change.

• Provide oversight regarding the negotiation of transportation rates and/or services.

• Provide oversight regarding inventory count accuracy and aged inventory reviews.

• Lead continuous improvement and standardization of production & supply planning processes across the plant network and collaborate with the plants, sales, & purchasing to optimize and balance cost performance with product availability to meet customer requirements.

• Identify opportunities to fully leverage NetSuite to optimize Supply Chain processes and Inventory Management.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Travel Requirements:

• Travel time up to 20% supporting locations in Florida, California, West Virginia, North Carolina and warehouses.

Experience:

• Previous leadership experience leading a Supply Chain team.

• Experience with Microsoft Office products, advanced Microsoft Excel user.

Required Skills:

• Responds quickly to problems & opportunities.

• Ability to think at a strategic level and translate strategic vision to actionable plans.

• Strong understanding of supply chain principles, practices, and procedures in manufacturing environment.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Strong ability to manage and summarize data in a clear, concise manner at the appropriate level of detail.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal). Ability to manage cross-functional relationships at all levels of the organization.

• Ability to take a hands-on approach when necessary to drive objectives through to completion.

• Located in or willingness to relocate to Omaha, NE strongly preferred.

Rate of pay may be adjusted based on the qualifications and experience of the candidate.

USG employees enjoy a number of benefit options for themselves and their families. These include two medical insurance options, as well as vision and dental coverage. The cost of these optional programs varies based on coverage level - employees generally pay 25% of the monthly premium cost, USG pays the rest. These coverage options are offered on the first day of employment with no waiting period.

Additionally, USG employees enjoy both a 401(k) Investment Plan with company match and a pension plan. Beyond these main features, employees may also choose from a number of additional programs like life insurance, accident insurance, legal insurance, even pet insurance, just to name a few. USG also offers Quarterly (hourly) / Annual (salary) bonus potential for all employees based on performance metrics tied to safety, quality, and productivity.  USG also provides employees with paid time off and paid holidays.

Since 1902, Chicago-based USG has been a leader in producing innovative, award-winning products and systems to build everything from major commercial developments and residential housing to home improvements. USG's employees are committed to the highest levels of customer satisfaction and quality in everything we do. Our steadfast commitment to the company's core business values – innovation, quality, integrity, service, diversity, efficiency and safety – have helped us become the company we are today.

 EOE including disability/veteran