Supply Chain, Operations Manager

Supply Chain, Operations Manager needed for our JBT Customer Care Team!

Our Commitment to YOU!

At JBT, we value our employees and their contributions to the success of the business. We are committed to providing YOU with programs and options that will allow YOU to be the best version of yourself at work, at home, and in your community.

We also pride ourselves in fostering a genuine team culture, only employing the brightest minds to work collaboratively across different functions to deliver world-class projects.

The Opportunity

If you are reading this, we could guess a few things about you: You are committed to quality, you enjoy solving problems, and you are a great leader with a strong strategic perspective.

As our Supply Chain, Operations Manageryou will hold a pivotal leadership role within JBT Customer Care, responsible for managing the overall parts Supply Chain across the diverse North America DF&H businesses.

This position will provide strategic and transformational leadership for DF&H North American Supply Chain at JBT by bringing a strong focus on continuous improvement mindset to parts purchasing and inventory management and creating consistent high standards in process and procedures that the organization can build upon to deliver world class service to our customers.

You will report directly to the Vice President & General Manager, Customer Care of DF&H North America.

On a given day, you might find yourself:

• Providing daily oversight and direction of all NA DF&H Customer Care Aftermarket Parts across the diverse business units.
• Creating Supply Chain strategies to meet and exceed customer expectations for parts delivery and availability while insuring JBT receives the best price.
• Managing the supplier relationship by tracking and communicating supplier performance and quality across all business in North America and MCCA.
• Developing and implement Supply Chain metrics to track and report improvements to key leading indicators that drive margin optimization.
• Incorporate inventory management tools that achieve JBT’s standards of availability of parts against our mission to reduce slow moving parts stock levels.
• Developing and executing growth strategies for aftermarket parts, including expansion of parts offerings, service level agreements for OTD, and more.
• Assessing market trends, customer needs, and competitor activities to inform strategic decisions.
• Working with the CC Product Line Director, Conduct market research to identify emerging opportunities and threats, guiding business development efforts.

The Challenge

To thrive, you should:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team of Supply Chain professionals, setting performance standards and goals, conducting performance reviews, and fostering a culture of Supply Chain excellence and continuous improvement.
• Foster collaboration and synergy across departments and business units, ensuring a cohesive approach to aftermarket parts and customer engagement.
• Apply JBT Supply Chain methodology across all BU aftermarket parts inventory, driving stocking levels according to the runners and repeaters and lowering stranger stock.
• Position the company's products and services competitively within the marketplace.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and drive continuous improvement

Here is how you can standout:

• Assess existing and future requirements of the DF&H business in determining the optimal logistic strategy (and warehousing requirements and location).
• Work with corporate Supply Chain leaders to develop business processes in purchasing and negotiation with vendors to provide JBT with best pricing and optimize number of vendors.
• Exceed key customer facing service levels at JBT such as Ontime Deliver (OTD).
• Understanding of JDE ERP system.
• Knowledge of JBT products and business processes.

Other Requirements 

• Travel time can be flexible as needed dictated by the business
• Location: This position is remote.
• Education: Bachelor's Degree (Supply Chain or Business preferred - MBA is a plus).

BENEFITS

JBT Corporation offers the growth potential of a company with a developing technology that is unique in its field, plus frequent company-sponsored events and a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage and 401(k) plan.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of JBT Corporation to provide equal opportunity for qualified persons and not to discriminate against any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law at the JBT Corporation location to which this application is submitted. In addition, as a Federal Government contractor, JBT Corporation is an affirmative action employer. If you require accommodation during the application process, please contact the local Human Resources department. EOE-Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

If you have a disability or impairment that prevents you from completing the online application, please seek the assistance of your local employment services agency. JBT maintains active relationships with local employment services agencies, and they have pledged their support in assisting any applicant needing help in applying. To find information on agencies throughout the United States, please go to www.careeronestop.org

You may also call Susan Cotton at 844-286-4524 if your disability or impairment prevents you from applying online. NOTE: Do not use this number unless you need assistance because of a disability or impairment. The personnel attending this phone line will not be able to give you a status update regarding your application and will not be the individuals making a decision regarding your employment.

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