SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER

ABOUT THE COMPANY

K + R Wholesale Building Materials and K + R Dock & Marine Accessories are sister companies and leading suppliers in the professional lumber dealer trade and the marine industry respectively.

With six branches located in the midwest, we are committed to providing top-quality products and exceptional customer service.

Our goal is to fulfill every customer's needs and exceed their expectations.

CAREER OPPORTUNITY

We are seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to join our team in our Jenks, Oklahoma office, current distribution center build in progress estimated completion Q4-2024 - Q1-2025.

The ideal candidate will oversee and manage the company's overall supply chain for all distribution, as well as the logistics strategy to maximize efficiency and minimize costs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies that support business goals in areas such as supplier management, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and on-time delivery.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand, plan inventory levels, and ensure timely product delivery.
• Analyze data to optimize supply chain operations, identify areas for improvement, and implement solutions to enhance efficiency.
• Lead cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards related to supply chain management.

REQUIREMENTS and QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors degree in management, Business Administration, or equivalent education and work experience; MBA preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of Materials Management / Supply Chain leadership experience with a successful track record of driving change and delivering results
• Minimum of 3 years experience in a leadership or management position within a distribution model business / industry required
• Demonstrated project management and continuous improvement experience
• In-depth knowledge of distribution and warehouse functions, work group dynamics, measurement systems (metrics), and continuous proof of improvement techniques
• Experience utilizing and understanding ERP / TMS / WMS systems
• Excellent people management skills, including conflict resolution, coaching, and developing others, promoting teamwork and performance management
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to link business objectives to business activities
• Excellent leadership, and interpersonal skills, with a strong sense of urgency
• Demonstrated project integration, planning, communication, and documentation skills to oversee and prepare project team resource requirements in collaboration with cross-functional departments
• Strong analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• Ability to build strong, positive rapport with associates in a team environment; ability to lead through personal example that communicates integrity, core values, and consistency in decision-making
• Ability to implement site standards and best practices to include policies, procedures, and workflow development
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and to manage multiple projects / priorities
• Travel required as necessary to support business needs at the distribution / branch level and our Corporate offices

Additional Information

K + R Full-time team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits after 60 days. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, life insurance, voluntary LTD, STD, 401k (matching), discount programs, training, and professional development.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.