Director Of Supply Chain

FORT Robotics is a fast-growing company leading the development of unlocking the full potential of automation by accelerating growth, reducing risk, and building trust in autonomous systems. FORT produces products for safe and secure autonomous mobile robots (AMR), which are sold to various vertical industries. We are looking for a skilled Director of Supply Chain to join our team with the primary mission of implementing, developing, and directing all functions within the Supply Chain for FORT.

Responsibilities:

• Direct the activities of all functions involved in the supply chain, from planning, sourcing, production, logistics, and returns.
• Set up and maintain company supply chain processes and SOPs.
• Develop policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain and ensure quality; implement subsequent changes to processes continuously.
• Establish annual goals and objectives in coordination with senior leadership and corporate objectives.
• Establish benchmarks, collect and analyze supply chain data, and own the reporting and metrics around the company's supply chain performance to drive improvements.
• Develops and maintains working relationships with global supply chain partners, government, and regulatory agencies (where applicable).
• Manage contract manufacturers and key vendors, inbound and outbound logistics, and supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performance.
• Monitors the performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to meet quality and delivery requirements; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
• Work with company CMs to drive procurement plans for materials, components, and spare parts; manage all product Build of Materials (BOMs) in conjunction with the engineering department.
• Participate and lead negotiation efforts for significant contracts with vendors to obtain optimal pricing, profitability, and supply chain performance.
• Coordinate with other company departments (sales, customer services, operations, finance, HR, and engineering) to reduce defects and improve customer satisfaction and overall business performance.
• Drive continuous improvement, Kaizen/lean projects, and productivity to drive savings and efficiency across the organization.
• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide a good supply chain.
• Participate in designing and implementing a new ERP system and optimizing its use.
• Coordinate with engineering and oversee all aspects of multiple projects, including the requirement, project schedule, and supply availability, to ensure products are optimized for cost, supply chain flexibility, and efficiency.
• Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on the availability and cost of supplies and materials.

Education & Experience:

• BS Degree in engineering, finance, or business administration, with a Masters or MBA preferred. ASCM certifications (CPIM, CSCP, or CLTD) are a plus.
• 10-15 years of progressive experience in purchasing, logistics, project management, production, or materials management roles.
• 5-10 years of direct management experience in the electronics, robotics industry, or a similar regulated environment.
• Must be a strategic thinker with confidence and speed in execution.
• Proven leadership skills in building and managing large teams with a history of success.
• Excellent analytical and negotiation skills are required.
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Proficiency in working concurrently in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary team and independently.

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FORT Robotics is building a first-of-its-kind safety and security platform for smart machines. FORT's mission is to unlock the full potential of automation by accelerating development, reducing risk, and building trust in autonomous systems. Based in Philadelphia, FORT provides solutions for autonomous and intelligent machines in a variety of industries, including warehousing, construction, agriculture, and manufacturing.