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EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Senior Vice President, Global Operations - Consumer Products

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New England)

COMPANY: Fast growing consumer products divison of large consumer services firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A SVP, Global Operations with strong supply chain and operational management expertise to manage fast growth. Experience selling product to firms such as Walmart, Costco, Barnes & Noble, etc., a strong plus.

Recruiter, on behalf of a very large and prominent national consumer services firm, seeks a SVP, Global Operations, for their retail consumer products division. Division's current revenue is approximately $40-45 million for 2006. Revenue in 2004 was $22 million. Sales is expected to be $60 million for 2007. The Senior Vice President of Global Operations for this Consumer Products Division is responsible for producing and selling products for all brands owned or licensed by the parent company.  

§ Oversee all aspects of global supply chain, fulfillment, customer service, and information technology.

§ Develop world class processes for product launch management, demand planning, logistics, and fulfillment

§ Provide support to Sales in a variety of areas including sales forecasting, product release schedules, returns, product samples, and other special product requests

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Supply Chain - Consumer Products

LOCATION: US - California (Los Angeles)

COMPANY: Major Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Supply Chain experienced from the CPG sector.

Recruiter seeks a VP Supply Chain, who would report to a SVP Operations. The VP Supply Chain will manage Global Supply Chain Planning process, including management of all departments involved in forecasting, materials planning and procurement of inventory to maintain budgeted inventory turns and fill rates for all domestic and international markets in a dynamic direct marketing environment with third party manufacturing and fulfillment.

Forecasting:

--Review and enhance forecasting processes and tools for use with Oracle Global Advanced Supply Chain Planning (ASCP) module

--Integrate monthly brand level marketing forecasts for domestic and international markets with ASCP process

--Oversee management of parameters and settings for ASCP module to optimize safety stock and lead time values for all domestic and international markets

--Track forecast accuracy and consumption versus forecast for all markets

Procurement:

--Oversee the purchasing for product required based on planned demand from Supply Chain Planning module or input from marketing for new product launch or tests

--Manage the various vendor relationships to produce the service level requirement to support supply chain requirements

--Monitor the on-time and complete performance of suppliers

--Work with product development and sourcing departments to intgegrate new supplier or brand launches as well as regulatory upgrades to existing packaging or formulations

Fulfillment:

--Monitor the KPIs and metrics associated with final shipments to customers to prevent/ reduce out of stock situations, watch for trends impacting forecasting needs or marketing changes impacting forecasting requirements.

--Monitor reporting feeds into Business Intelligence system for optimization of data used in various analysis functions

Organizational:

--Work closely with IT group to optimize use of Oracle data for Inventory Planning and Purchasing Groups

--Develop planning input for Marketing, Sales and Operations planning meetings

--Work closely with domestic brand management, international operations, and intgernational brand management staff.

Essential knowledge:

-BS degree required

--MBA preferred

--APICS certification preferred

--MRP/ERP (oracle preferred) knowledge required

Essential experience:

--forecasting and scheduling experience, pref in high volume environment

--strong understanding of master production scheduling

--strong understanding of MRP, inventory control and work order management in a manufacturing environment

--understanding of purchasing and accounting principles required

--beauty industry experience preferred

--ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic and changing environment

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Supply Chain Management - Plastics

LOCATION: US - Southeast (North Carolina)

COMPANY: $140 million plastic products manufacturing firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Supply Chain who is well rounded in procurement, materials/ inventory, and logistics. Strong interpersonal skills and a team player

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a growing plastics firm with operations on the east and west coasts, a Vice President of Supply Chain Management. The VP Supply Chain reports to the President and s/he would have direct management responsibility of over Purchasing, Logistics, Materials Management and Production Scheduling. The VP Supply Chain should be a seasoned professional who could correctly align and interconnect these departments to maximize corporate capital efficiency. The VP Supply Chain would set and oversee purchasing protocol, improve and mature material management, improve and mature logistics, and maximize MRP systems. S/he would correctly balance and minimize inventory investment, setting controls based on demand forecast versus actual sales. It is expected that the VP Supply Chain should have strong MRP systems knowledge, Mapics certification and strong analytical capabilities. Experience with a national retail customer base a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Supply Chain, North America - Fast Moving Consumer Goods (CPG)

LOCATION: US - Northeast  (Boston, MA; New York; New Jersey; Philadelphia, PA; Baltimore, MD, etc.)

Leading international FMCG (food) company, employing over 20,000 people in North America, seeks a VP of Supply Chain/ VP Distribution. Recruiter is particularly targeting candidates coming from lean, unbureaucratic corporate business models, especially from the direct marketing (network marketing) products area. The principal focus of this VP of Supply Chain/ VP Distribution position will be on Distribution, although it is desired that candidates also have had some background in Purchasing. This position needs a change agent, who can help reshape the firm's current supply chain methodologies. Candidates should be very fast paced, and able to develop a system to coordinate distribution of thousands of SKU's to over 700 locations. The position of VP, Supply Chain, North America, which reports to the Chief Operatig Officer (COO), will have responsibility for overseeing the entirety of materials planning and purchasing, warehousing and distribution / logistics for all product and materials.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Supply Chain - Semiconductors (Fabless)

LOCATION: US - Southwest (eg. Arizona, Texas, etc.)

COMPANY: Major fabless semiconductor firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: The Vice President, Supply Chain must be unbureaucratic and familiar with the fabless model or adjustable to it. The Vice President, Supply Chain needs to understand outsourced wafer issues.

Recruiter seeks a VP Supply Chain, who would be reporting to the Worldwide Senior Vice President of Operations (WW SVP Manufacturing). The VP Supply Chain will have overall accountability for the Manufacturing Supply Chain function and will be responsible for developing a world-class outsourced manufacturing model. The VP Supply Chain Management will develop and run the required end-to-end product supply chain capabilities in alignment with cost, customer quality/reliability and other key company deliverables. The VP Supply Chain position will work closely with the management team and targeted supply chain partners to optimize the firm's outsourced manufacturing model, including effective supply chain liability control mechanisms.

VP Supply Chain candidates must be a highly motivated, high energy, and a proven Supply Chain Manager or Supply Chain Director with a track record of successful product delivery. The Vice President Supply Chain candidate must have substantial experience utilizing a worldwide outsourced contract manufacturing model, with clearly demonstrated leadership, a track record of successful delivery, strong teamwork orientation, and excellent communication skills.

Strong background in all aspects of supply chain management is required. In-depth experience in material planning and procurement; inventory control and management; production planning; setting production requirements and managing execution; material movement; and service level negotiations. The Vice President of Supply Chain must be results-oriented with a strong performance, cost management and bottom-line orientation. Demonstrated track record of meeting or exceeding targets goals. Experience with ERP systems and processes (forecasting, NPI, planning, supply chain metrics). MS degree in Supply Chain Management or related field required. MBA desired.

APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society) and other industry certifications desired.

LOCATION: US - Northeast (metro- New York/ New Jersey)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of one of the world's largest financial services corporations, a Chief Procurement Officer, whose focus will be on the harmonization and integration of a large number of computer hardware, computer software and IT and telecommunications services vendors. More details to be revealed to qualified Chief Procurement Officer candidates. Experience in managing this particular sector (IT Purchasing) is absolutely required. Chief Procurement Officer candidates with familiarity with banking, insurance, brokerage, or other large, multinational financial services firms would be considered useful. 

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Supply Chain - Chemicals

LOCATION: US - Midwest)

COMPANY: Leading multinational chemicals manufacturing firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Supply Chain with Six Sigma certification.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a major multinational chemicals firm, a Vice President, Supply Chain. The VP Supply Chain reports directly to the CEO. The VP Supply Chain will be responsible for providing strategic leadership for all elements of the Global Supply Chain by working with the CEO and the management team. The VP Supply Chain will  establish goals, strategies, policies and plans to deliver expected results. Contribute to the strategic direction of the company as an active member of the Operating Committee. Develop long-term strategies and short-term tactical plans to achieve corporate objectives. Provide strategic direction and leadership to the company Global Supply Chain, including Procurement and Logistics.  Align resources, prioritize strategies, establish targets, and implement cost-out initiatives. The VP Supply Chain should have a demonstrated ability to manage a global organization at multiple levels, and to lead cross-functional, leadership teams.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Supply Chain - CPG (Foods)

LOCATION: US - East

COMPANY: Major processed foods firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Supply Chain with in-depth experience with order to cash processes as well as third party warehouse agreements. Value added foods a plus

Recruiter seeks a VP Supply Chain, who would be responsible for Logistics, Distribution, Inventory Management, Merchandise Planning, covering all US plants. BA/BS in Business Management, Logistics, Operations Management required.  Master’s or MBA preferred. 10-20 years' experience is required.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Procurement - Heavy Equipment

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Tennessee)

COMPANY: $350-400 million division of multi-billion dollar European heavy equipment firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Procurement who is a problem solver and analyzer. Mostly need strategically oriented VP Procurement who could analyze opportunities and limits to current supply chain. This is an extremely fast growing division ($200 million last year, near $350-400M this year, with 65-70% due to procured equipment). The VP Procurement will need to know how to alter well-worn supply chain organization that was OK for a $100M division, but too limited for the growth path of this unit. Exp. procuring for eng. services a plus, as this is also a growth area

Recruiter seeks on behalf of world leading European equipment firm, a VP Procurement, for their US operation. This position reports to the Managing Director, Power Generation and Transport equipment. $150 - $300 million in annual procurements. VP Procurement candidates must have excellent skill in developing new sources of supply forstructural and fabricated steel and large components and subsytems. Firm's contracts are generally Design and Represent (D&R), so while the firm does multiple hundreds of million in business as an "OEM", they do not manufacture. All materials and subsytems are procured for erection on site.

LOCATION: US - Southwest  (metro- Dallas, Texas)

The AVP Strategic Sourcing/ Procurement will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies for a broad variety of goods and services, identifying sourcing opportunities outside of just contract expirations to realize cost reductions, improving processes with respect to the procurement function and working with internal customers to ensure their business requirements are met. Qualifications: the AVP Strategic Sourcing/ Procurement should have effective organizational skills in handling multiple priorities and meeting required deadlines. Well-developed interpersonal skills for effective management. Experience with automated accounting systems (preferably SAP). PC skills with spreadsheets and database applications. Well-developed analytical, communication (written and verbal) and project management skills. The AVP Strategic Sourcing/ Procurement should have demonstrated skills negotiating with suppliers, writing contracts and interacting with senior management.

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New Jersey/ metro-Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)

On behalf of a leading consumer products company, recruiter seeks a Vice President of Global Sourcing. Candidates already in the consumer products (CPG/ FMCG), foods, personal products, housewares, or related areas might be closer fits for this position. The Vice President of Global Sourcing reports to the Senior VP of Global Supply Chain. This position has the overall responsibility and accountability to develop and deploy global sourcing for Wholesale and Direct channels. The Vice President of Global Sourcing directs internal and external policies and processes to ensure an integrated sourcing system that meets customer requirements, minimizes total supply chain cost, maximizes supply chain effectiveness including conforming to established quality standards, and establishes an inventory flow that is responsive to the needs of the business.

LOCATION: US - Northeast (Boston, MA, New York, NY, New Jersey, Philadelphia, PA)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major firm in the semiconductor field, a VP Supply Chain. The Vice President of Supply Chain should have a strong background in logistics, warehousing, EDI, and other supply chain services. S/he must also have experience in identifying and selling chain services into the marketplace.

LOCATION: US - Northeast (metro-Washington, DC/ Northern Virginia)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a metro-Washington, DC firm that is a leader in its field, a VP Supply Chain. A major goal of the incoming VP Supply Chain will be to bring order to a growing company's materials, purchasing and distribution departments. Candidates have hands-on experience supervising shipping and receiving, warehouse distribution, planning, fulfillment, and purchasing. Candidates for VP Supply Chain with familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, such as kanbans and demand pull, would be of interest. Light assembly operations experience helpful.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Operations - Pharmaceuticals

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New Jersey)

COMPANY: Pharmaceuticals

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A very tactical distribution/ logistics VP

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a 300 person NJ business unit of a large national leader, a VP Operations. The person should have significant distribution and logistics experience, GMP knowledge a must. The VP Operations should be a Strategic Leader with proven results for increasing organizational effectiveness and efficiencies. Must be dynamic, with ability to clearly present ideas to Senior Leadership Team. Proven ability to motivate a diverse workforce.

LOCATION: US - Southwest  (Denver, Colorado; Phoenix, Arizona; Houston, Austin or Dallas, Texas; Salt Lake City, Utah)

The Vice President of Operations Strategy is responsible for working with the senior management team to identify opportunities to improve company performance. The company has identified 10 to 12 key business cycles and will wish to review and improve their performance of these business processes over the course of the next several years. The ideal Vice President of Operations Strategy will have prior experience in management consulting at the manager level or above and a successful track record of significantly improving business performance. S/he must have knowledge and experience in large-scale discrete manufacturing industries such as construction, engineering, automotive, heavy equipment, or aerospace. Other manufacturing industries would also be applicable such as in consumer products.

Vice President, Worldwide Materials responsible for leading, developing, implementing and managing global Materials strategies with each regional Materials Lead in Firm's geographies to assure optimal supply, flexibility, quality, delivery performance and sourcing compliance, are executed by each applicable site. This position parallels a VP, Worldwide Purchasing; both report to a Senior Vice President. This position is largely Materials-focused, not procurement-oriented. Candidates coming from manufacturers of computers, consumer electronics, or leading contract manufacturing firms specializing in electronics and other electronic assembly would be most appropriate. Recruiter seeks Vice President, Worldwide Materials candidates who have supervised materials operations at a large number of manufacturing facilities, preferably in a multitude of countries. The key mission of this person is to harmonize and fine-tune the worldwide materials organization.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager - Breakbulk Marine Terminal - Marine Logistics

LOCATION: US - Midwest

COMPANY: Leading Marine Logistics firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: General Manager (Marine Terminal Manager) with strong breakbulk experience. A solid hands-on marine terminal operations manager, with proven business management and negotiation skills

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading international logistics services firm (stevedoring, etc.), a General Manager for a major Great Lakes marine terminal. The General Manager reports to the Corporate VP Operations. The General Manager will have direct overall responsibility for all aspects of the Administration, Operation, and Commercial end of the facility. She/he is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the Company's compliance with stated goals, objectives, procedures, as well as liaise with external parties such as customers and regulatory authorities.

o Establishes, maintains, and ensures safe working environment for all employees, equipment, customers, and cargo in Company's care and custody. Reviews all Company safety requirements and compliance issues with Safety Director, Maintenance Director, Vice-President of Operations, and other management personnel, as appropriate.

o Participates in and resolves labor grievance issues, as appropriate and in conjunction with the Vice-President of Operations.

o Maintains membership in local trade organizations and attends related social, trade, and technical conferences and seminars in the promotion of the facilities interests and business endeavors.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Senior Director of Procurement - Latin America - Consumer Packaged Goods

LOCATION: US- Southeast (Miami, Florida)

COMPANY: Major US Consumer Products Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fully bilingual, results-oriented Spanish-English or Portuguese-English Senior Director of Procurement - Latin America. Focus on commodities

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading US firm in the CPG/FMCG field, a Senior Director of Procurement for Latin America. Position reports to an EVP Procurement - Latin America.

-- Overall leader of Procurement function in the Latin America Region.  

-- Oversees the buying of ~ $ 2 billion worth of Commodities, Packaging, Ingredients and Indirect Materials and Services.

-- Manages a staff of ~ 140 people deployed in ten countries. Leads organization that optimizes regional scale and scope and serves the LA region through combined material category and Business Unit responsibilities.

-- Operates in volatile economic and political Latin American environment, with trade restrictions and volatile currencies.

-- Is responsible for the successful delivery of all Procurement related cost management,  growth/ innovation, customer service and quality initiatives for the LA Region.  

-- Leads development/delivery of LA Region specific Procurement goals and long term strategies.

-- Drives functional alignment/linkage/execution across all areas of corporate Procurement and material categories to leverage global scale in support of LA Region goals and initiatives.  

-- Has fiduciary responsibility for company spend and compliance.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Purchasing - Services

LOCATION: US - Midwest (Chicago, Illinois)

COMPANY: $3.5 Billion European Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Demonstrated abilities in the areas of Purchasing /Strategic Planning/ Contract Negotiation/ CostAnalysis/V endor Selection/ Benchmarking related to internal services: The Director of Purchasing should have experience working with spends of approximately $100 million.

Recruiter seeks a Director of Purchasing on behalf of a US$3.5 billion European corporation. The Director of Purchasing develops policies, procedures and objectives for the operation of the purchasing group in accordance with departmental, corporate objectives and limits of authority. Obtains necessary purchases at lowest cost consistent with approved quality and standards. This position also recommends improvements in overall purchasing programs which will advance the interests of the corporation.

    * Recommends purchasing objectives and ensures understanding of approved objectives by subordinates. Directs the activities of these managers and buyers to accomplish company objectives.

    * Develops and recommends for approval policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities.

    * Plans and directs a purchasing program to meet corporate requirements.

    * Negotiates with suppliers as necessary.

    * Continually evaluate products, services and vendors to determine improvement or replacement.

    * Investigates and establishes new corporate programs.

    * Makes appropriate recommendations designed to reduce costs and improve process. Leverages purchasing power.

    * Develops vendor scorecard process and related metrics to assess and manage supplier/vendor performance. Reviews with vendors and management quarterly.

    * Coordinates purchasing activities with Finance, Field Services, Operations and Logistics.

    * Establishes and maintains database of all purchases across lines of business.

    * Furnishes appropriate data for use in scheduling, planning, budgeting and other functional activities.

    * Reviews and approves purchases over a specified dollar amount as well as non-routine purchases.

    * Properly hire, train, motivate and evaluate staff. Ensure highest levels of performance are met. Provides leadership.

    * Effectively communicate globally with all executive levels and operational management to ensure the goals and objectives of the purchasing plan are met.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Senior Director of Supply Chain - manufactured goods

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Kentucky, Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, etc.)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading European manufacturing corporation with plants in the US, Canada and Mexico, a Senior Director of Supply Chain. This high level manager will report directly to the President of the Americas, with strong relationships to the VP Manufacturing, Purchasing Managers, CS Associate Director, Plant Managers, Site Supply Chain Managers, Business Unit Directors, Sales and Marketing, Outside vendors, International colleagues, Customers, and IT. Candidates should have significant multi-disciplinary experiences at a high volume manufacturer, with experience managing Purchasing, Logistics, and Materials Management, as well as superior communications and interpersonal skills. The Senior Director of Supply Chain will establish and manage key business processes across the network of organizations that comprise the supply chain for the corporation's Americas Division, including Purchasing, Logistics, Materials Management, and Cust.Ser. The emphasis is on the development and management of effective supply chain processes.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Supply Chain (Director of Materials) - Consumer Electronics

LOCATION: US - Southwest (Dallas/ Fort Worth, Texas

COMPANY: Electronics

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A very fast-paced Supply Chain Director. Very hands-on. Mostly materials management orientation. Strong NPI (new product introduction) experiences. Spanish fluency a plus.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a fast growing electronics firm, a Director of Supply Chain (Director of Materials). Reporting to the CEO, the Director of Supply Chain (Materials Director), would supervise 10. The Supply Chain Director (Materials Director) will lead and direct all facets of supply chain management including, but not limited to, material forecasting, capacity planning and sourcing, master scheduling, inventory control and financial costing, purchasing, logistics, warehousing, inventory management as necessary for JIT materials support to the various production centers. Position must demonstrate strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative style of working with all groups, to accomplish shared goals and objectives. he Supply Chain Director (Materials Director) will provide leadership, direction and business unit development.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Purchasing - Food Products

LOCATION: US - Northeast

COMPANY: Major European food products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: MBA degree preferred; major in business, food technology, or related field. Director of Purchasing with strong written and verbal business/interpersonal skills. Knowledge of SAP is desirable. Strong business acumen.

Recruiter seeks a Director of Purchasing for a major European firm in the food sector. The Director of Purchasing will direct and manage all phases of procurement. Key result areas are cost, quality, and service of raw materials, packaging and MRO/ office supplies for firm's facilities and co-packers. Six direct employees supervised by the Director of Purchasing.

• Reviews, approves and supports the strategic procurement for firm.

• Establishes structures, procedures and sets expectations through effective communication between suppliers and firm

• Monitors the resolution of material issues and problems.

• Develops and implements purchasing procedures, annual goals and objectives of the team.

• Drives innovation and the investigation and development of potential new suppliers or alternate sources to insure prices are competitive, quality is validated, and overall value represents best opportunity for the business.

• Monitors and evaluates supplier performance relative to specifications.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Materials - Aerospace

LOCATION: US - Pacific Northwest (Seattle, Washington)

COMPANY: Leading aerospace products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Accomplished Materials Director with fast-paced machining exp.

Recruiter seeks a Director of Materials for a leading aerospace firm. Manage the design, implementation & ongoing execution of processes & activities in the production planning, supplier scheduling & sales/operations forecasting functions to ensure timely delivery of materials, inventory accuracy & controls.  This includes overseeing the activities related to inventory control, ensuring outsourced assembles & component materials are available as planned, overseeing and leading continuous improvement programs/projects and providing department leadership and setting organizational and individual goal including key performance metrics in all areas of responsibility.  The successful Director of Materials will have 8+ years exp with 4 yrs in a leadership role, APICS certification, master scheduling & MRP exp, effective verbal & written communication skills,  prev. process improvement designs exp. and have aerospace industry knowledge.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Projects Director - Power Generation

LOCATION: US Southeast (Tennessee)

COMPANY: Leading European Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, fast-paced procurement director/ contracts director with heavy industry experiences. Knowledge of constr'n and operation of power plants; knowledge of general accounting and project accounting principles; knowledge of how to schedule and track complex projects. Proven skills in  negotiations. Special training in project planning/controls; excellent verbal and written communication, problem-solving skills.

Recruiter, on behalf of a leading European firm in the power generation field, seeks a Projects Director, who would be responsible for project execution, contract acceptance, customer satisfaction and financial return for one or more highly complex and/or large-scale projects; or for multiple project with a single customer. Serves as prime interface with customer and consortium partner(s) to resolve issues of mutual concern. German or French skills a plus.

-   Organize, structure and manage a project team to meet the needs of the project and control project costs.

-   Supervise project manager(s) assigned to projects(s) for which he is responsible.

-   Ensure on-time delivery of quality information, material, workmanship, field service and product performance.

-   Review and manage the project schedule and approve changes, ensuring all contract parameters are being met.

-   Approve all purchase orders for contract materials, services and Quality requirements.

-   Issue various periodic reports detailing financial and schedule status of project (s).

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Strategic Sourcing - Services Firm

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Charlotte, North Carolina)

COMPANY: Leading Services Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Director of Strategic Sourcing able to raise the professional level of procurement skills and technologies in department

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of major national services firm, a Director of Strategic Sourcing, who would report to COO. Responsible for the development and implementation of strategic and tactical supply chain management for contracting, arch. design, repair, operating and maintenance service contracts to support the management of new and existing facilities.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Supply Chain - Consumer Products

LOCATION: US -  Midwest (metro- Minneapolis, Minnesota)

COMPANY: Growing Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Process-change oriented operations VP Supply Chain with logistics, supply chain, purchasing, distribution/ fulfillment experiences

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a growing Twin Cities area consumer products firm, a VP Supply Chain to head the firm's purchasing, warehouse, and logistics operations. Reporting to the division President, the VP Supply Chain will be responsible for leading organization's efforts to service customers through effectively delivering products in an efficient, cost effective, reliable and customer friendly manner. Scope of responsibility for the VP Supply Chain includes purchasing, foreign and domestic sourcing, production planning, warehousing, manufacturing assembly, estimating, logistics and customer oriented operations.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President, Logistics - Consumer Products

LOCATION: US - Northeast

COMPANY: Well recognized consumer products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Vice President, Logistics must be a self-starter, with proven ability to meet established timelines and goals. Action oriented, comfortable in a fast paced environment. Successful track record of building logistics processes in an entrepreneurial environment

Recruiter seeks a Vice President, Logistics.

---Oversee all aspects of global supply chain, logistics, fulfillment, and customer service

---Develop world class processes for product launch management, demand planning, logistics, and fulfillment

---Build infrastructure to allow company to rapidly grow by 5X

---At least 10 years operations experience including: Manufacturing consumer packaged goods; Global production; Process improvement; Developing high performing teams; Managing several hundred SKU’s and producing a significant number of new SKU’s each year. The Vice President, Logistics must exhibit strong leadership, decision making and communication skills

---Ability to travel 30-40% including internationally

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Memphis, Tennessee)

A leading consumer products company in Memphis, TN seeks an Asia Sourcing Director to significantly improve the firm's efficiences in sourcing, manufacturing and product delivery. Key openings include:

--Planning and Sourcing Director: focus on oversight of contract manufacturing, particularly in Asia

--Manager of Sourcing or Director of Sourcing

LOCATION: US - California (San Diego)

The primary directive of this Director of Supply Chain is to coordinate, communicate, execute and implement all activities related to firm's global sourcing and supply chain partners by managing business initiatives and relationships in pursuit of total cost of ownership savings while enforcing vendor compliance and realizing vendor partnership goals. The successful Director of Supply Chain will accomplish these strategies through drive, vision, leadership, teamwork and exceptional supply chain technical skills.

LOCATION: US - Southwest  (Phoenix, Arizona; Denver, Colorado; Houston, Texas, etc.)

The Director Sourcing & Materials Management will be responsible for all regional sourcing and materials functions, policies, and programs including forecasting manpower and facilities requirements; establishing procurement standards, policies, and key vendor relationships/ partnerships;developing and implementing product and part movement and delivery strategies; developing inventory control and production planning programs; establishing and meeting supplier quality standards. The Director Sourcing & Materials Management will develop and maintain a well trained and highly motivated staff capable of performing the above functions and playing a key role in meeting the corporate growth goals.

LOCATION: US - Midwest (Ohio)

A leading US auto parts company seeks a Sourcing Director (Director of Purchasing) who could bring in the most advanced sourcing technologies, contacts and insights. Corporate-level profiles would be preferred. Compensation for suitable Sourcing Director (Director of Purchasing) candidates could range between $100-150K, with an additional bonus up to 20%.

LOCATION: US - Midwest (Metro- Milwaukee, Wisconsin)

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a Milwaukee area manufacturer serving the Automotive, Telecom, Computer, and Consumer markets, a Supply Chain Director, who would report to the General Manager. The desired Director of Supply Chain would have experience in the Contract Electronics Manufacturing Services Industry, the Automotive Industry or the Medical Device/ Medical Equipment Industry. Duties are varied, but the main emphasis for this Director of Supply Chain will be on someone with strong PROCUREMENT NEGOTIATING SKILLS and strong ERP experiences.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Global Supply Chain Manager - Pharmaceuticals Components

LOCATION: US- Northeast

COMPANY: Medium Sized Pharmaceutical Packaging Components Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Global Supply Chain Manager with low cost sourcing experiences - especially Asia. Strong leadership and communication skills. The Global Supply Chain Manager should have strong negotiation skills.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a growing pharmaceutical packaging supplier, a Global Supply Chain Manager, who would be responsible for the development of commodity and sourcing strategies: identify, qualify, and utilize suppliers capable of meeting cost, quality, and delivery requirements, while simultaneously seeking alternate global sources to be aligned with organizational strategic and tactical initiatives. Work with Sales, Marketing and TechServ to gain familiarity with the end use of commodities procured for new projects. The Global Supply Chain Manager will participate in new product development teams. Establish and develop relationship with suppliers and key organizations. Maintain inventory levels to provide good asset turnover consistent with efficient support of production and distribution activities and purchasing economies. Select suppliers, assess supplier capabilities, evaluate supplier performance, and negotiate price, delivery, and terms. Identify situations/opportunities/issues/market conditions and economic indicators, including upcoming contract expiration, and plan actions to realize cost reductions and process improvements on an ongoing basis. Lead sourcing team in building baseline contracts, insuring contract completeness and accuracy for implementation success. The Global Supply Chain Manager will drive Strategic Sourcing and negotiation strategies. Min 7-10 years of strategic procurement and commodity management preferably in the Pharmaceutical, Diagnostic, or Bioscience disciplines.  Bachelors’ degree required. CPM and/or APICS certification desired. Global travel: 25%-50 worldwide. SAP experience a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Procurement Operations Manager - Pharmaceuticals Distribution

LOCATION: US - Northeast (metro- Washington, DC/ Northern Virginia)

COMPANY: NGO

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Procurement Operations Manager with significant relevant experience in international procurement, preferably related to pharmaceuticals or other health commodities.

Recruiter, on behalf of a major NGO, seeks a Procurement Operations Manager who will be key to the supply chain management strategy, policies and procedures. The Procurement Manager works with the Demand and Fulfillment Manager (DFM). The Procurement Operations Manager ensures fulfillment of orders and oversees all expediting activities. Ensures that procurement is open, compliant, transparent, and competitive and carried out in accordance with FAR. Manages relationships with major suppliers with ultimate responsibility for timely performance of the procurement process. The Procurement Operations Manager coordinates the procurement activities, including liaison with in-country teams, QA, & Logistics. International work experience a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Global Commodity Manager - Chemicals

LOCATION: US - Southwest (Houston, Texas)

COMPANY: $15 billion US multinational corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Able to work well across multiple countries and regions. The Global Commodity Manager must be able to assume the duties of the job immediately. Top procurement people from organizations well known for having highly effective supply chain groups (eg., Dell, Toyota, Delphi, GE Plastics, etc.). Essential: Strong technical knowledge of the subsector plus strong commercial/ strategic skills (possibly an MBA). A proven track record in the business, manufacturing, supply chain and/or commercial areas. The Global Commodity Manager must have strong leadership, change management and networking capabilities. Skills at working complex cross-stream and cross-BU issues. Desirable: A second European language in addition to English an advantage (German or French preferred)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of major multinational employing approximately 8,500 people in 25 countries, with most facilities in the USA and Europe, a Global Commodity Manager (US or Europe location). Position is reporting to the Regional Procurement Director: Firm is driving to improve significantly the way third party spend is managed, thereby establishing procurement as a key strategic lever.

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Nashville, Tennessee)

A growing and successful company, a division of a larger corporation, seeks a Supply Chain Manager who is excited about the challenge of updating and implementing a wide range of changes to the company's supply chain processes in order to accommodate growth due to expanded sales. Recruiter is particularly targeting candidates in Nashville, Knoxville, Memphis, Raleigh, Charlotte, Atlanta, Little Rock, Lexington, etc.

LOCATION: US - California (Silicon Valley)

Bay Area startup U.S. automotive company seeks a Purchasing Commodity Manager with purchasing experience in the manufacturing industry and with some engineering exposure. Automotive commodity purchasing experience preferred. Firm seeks a Purchasing Commodity Manager who is eager to learn and take on a broad set of purchasing responsibilities for multiple commodities, such as die cast, forgings, electronic, plastics, etc. Duties will include negotiating agreements, finding qualified OEM suppliers, and working closely with quality and engineering departments.

LOCATION: US - Midwest (Wisconsin)

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Purchasing Manager - Electronic capital equipment

LOCATION: US - California (metro-Los Angeles/ Orange County)

COMPANY: Medium sized division of large corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A well rounded supply chain manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of an OC manufacturer of capital equipment for the electronics industry, a Purchasing Manager. Manages the purchasing function, responsible for all price and total cost negotiations (total cost includes service, quality, invoice price, other discounts, plus total support and relationship). Responsible for developing purchasing strategies to achieve turns and service levels. The Purchasing Manager provide high level support and guidance to management regarding best procurement strategies to achieve corporate objectives and metrics. Provide focused strategic sourcing support for all areas of the company, from production to engineering, to satisfy immediate business requirements and to meet longer term corporate objectives. 5-10 years experience required in Materials Management/Purchasing Management. Professional purchasing certification preferred. CPIM a plus.

LOCATION: US - Southeast (metro- Atlanta, Georgia)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of one of the world's largest chemicals manufacturers, a Materials Manager. In this position, you will plan, direct and supervise the supplies and finished stock inventories while adhering to all corporate purchasing guidelines. The Materials Manager will also ensure optimum quality, service and inventory supplies to meet customer demands at the lowest possible inventory investment consistent with quality, production, sales, and service requirements. In addition, you will develop production and inventory forecasts and subsequent modifications to support business demands.

LOCATION: US - Southeast (South Carolina)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a division of a multinational specialized products manufacturer, a plant Supply Chain Manager. You will establish and manage key business processes across the network of organizations that comprise the supply chain, including Planning, Logistics, and Materials Management. The emphasis is on the development and management of effective supply chain processes. PRIMARY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS: Sr. Director of Supply Chain - Americas, Vice President of Manufacturing - Americas, Purchasing, CS Associate Director, Plant Manager, Site Leadership Team, Sales and Marketing, Outside vendors, Customers, Information Technology Group

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Procurement Manager - Power Generation

LOCATION: US Southeast

COMPANY: Leading European Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Hands-on, fast-paced purchasing manager with heavy industry experiences. Effective negotiating and strong interpersonal skills and the application of fair and ethical business practices. Ability to independently resolve issues with difficult customers. Asian sourcing or Eastern European sourcing of great interest.

Recruiter, on behalf of a leading European firm in the power generation field, seeks a Procurement Manager. Reporting to the VP Procurement, the Procurement Manager is responsible for the Procurement execution of all procurement activities on any assigned project or projects which includes the administration of all sub-contracts and the purchase, expediting, inspection and transportation of all material equipment and services. Ten years of procurement and/or related experience in industry. C.P.M. from the NAPM a plus.  

-   Procure all material, equipment and services on assigned project below the As sold Budget.

-   Participate in the initial project meetings to determine and agree to specific procurement strategies policies, procedures, lines of communication, and to specify necessary terms and conditions of purchase.

-   Develops and issues the Project Procurement Instructions, the Project Bidders List, and the Procurement Plan, which establishes the manner or procurement execution for the project.

-   Develops and maintains effective lines of communication between Procurement, Business Development, Project Management, Engineering, Constr'n, Finance, and the Customer, to ensure proper flow of information, prompt approvals and decisions when required.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Materials Manager - Electronic Components

LOCATION: US - Northeast (New England - metro-Boston, Massachusetts)

COMPANY: Medium sized Electronic Components Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: A very well rounded supply chain manager, with materials emphasis

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a multidivision electronics firm, a Materials Manager, who reports to the General Manager. Manages Materials Planning, Procurement, Warehouse and Shipping/Receiving functions to maintain world class operations. Supports both strategic and tactical functions including mastery of MRP, master scheduling, supplier contacts, and general supply chain management.  

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Supply Chain Manager - Contract Electronics Manufacturer

LOCATION: US - Northeast (Pennsylvania)

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Risk Management

LOCATION: US - Southeast

COMPANY: $Billion+ European Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Director of Risk Management with strong contracts background

Recruiter seeks on behalf of major European firm, a Director of Risk Management. Works with the Managing Director, heads of Business Development, Business Applications, Projects and Eng., Supply Management and Quality to ensure risks are identified from proposal preparation stage until warranty issues of projects are closed out. Reporting lines will be per Sector requirements. There will be a direct link to the Head of Sector Risk Management and to SVP, ECS Business. 10 years of experience in managing projects to successful completion. Experience in tendering, closing contracts and project execution.  Management of large/complex projects including international content is preferred.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Procurement Manager and Supervisors - Aerospace

LOCATION: US - California (metro Los Angeles)

COMPANY: Major Aerospace

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: The Procurement Manager position involves complex, high dollar, major subcontracts. Cost Contracting experience is key. Highly transactional, but the balance of buying at a good price and maintaining a healthy relationship and partnership is key.

Recruiter, on behalf of a world renowned aerospace group, seeks a Procurement Section Manager and two Group Procurement Supervisors.

--Procurement Section Manager: Typically requires a BS/BA plus 15 years experience, or equivalent. Expert knowledge and demonstrated leadership skills in all aspects of supply chain management. Recognized leader with ability to proactively envision, develop and implement new methodologies, and to enroll others in these activities. Demonstrates flexibility in approach to new conditions or requirements; highly adaptable. The Procurement Section Manager has proven ability as a change agent; able to assist others in successfully working through change management situations to successful outcomes. Overall business knowledge and previous experience in a supervisory capacity in supply chain management/ subcontracting related environment. Demonstrated expertise in commodities purchasing, e-commerce, base supply, constr'n, R&D and non R&D subcontracting. Familiarity with govt subcontracting. ISO, benchmarking, benchtrending, utilizing best business practices, etc.

--2 Procurement Group Supervisors include supervising: 1) computer hardware and software commodities; 2) Institutional Labor and Task function, which involves subcontract management of umbrella contracts that are managed at a work level.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Distribution Manager - Automotive Supplier

LOCATION: US - Midwest  (metro- Detroit, Michigan)

Last fall, the largest independent remanufacturer of diesel engines in North America, providing engines to OEMs, national fleets and independent distributors throughout the United States, opened a regional distribution warehouse in suburban Detroit, MI, and now they are seeking a hands-on Distribution Manager. This position will be responsible for the management and daily operations of this new distribution facility, including inventory control, delivery and scheduling routes, and management of staff. This is a working distribution manager position with the individual getting involved with activities like receiving product, loading/unloading of trucks, and other related duties. Recruiter is targeting Detroit, Southfield, Troy, Livonia, Novi, Michigan, etc.

LOCATION: US - Southeast (Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, etc.)

Leading electronics contract manufacturing firm seeks a Materials Manager. Person will be responsible for approximately $400 million in business. Focus will be on asset management. The Materials Manager must be a tactician skilled in dealing with excess inventory problems.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Purchasing/ Purchasing Manager - Automotive/ Plastics/ Rubber

LOCATION: US - California (metro-Los Angeles)

LOCATION: US - Southwest  (Houston, Texas)

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Sr. Supply Chain Specialist - Electromechanical Equipment

LOCATION: US - Midwest (metro-Chicago, Illinois)

COMPANY: Leading Mechanical Components Corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced buyer of gears, bearings, and machined parts

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading firm, a Senior Supply Chain Specialist, who would report to the Division President. A main duty would be to identify, source and contract precision large gearing and bearings.

• Plan for and buy specific commodities consistent with total quality, cost and schedule requirements.

• Provide insightful information on industry trends for assigned commodities that may affect quality, cost, availability and/or risk

• Use this information to manage key and high risk suppliers to ensure continuous flow of materials and minimize company liability

• Lead and/or participate on a team in contract negotiations with key suppliers

• Assist teammates or lead high visibility projects.

• Identify and spearhead continuous improvement initiatives that positively affect quality, total cost, and lead-time.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: General Manager - Logistics Services

LOCATION: Asian Location

COMPANY: Leading US Logistics Services Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: a fast-paced General Manager with a strong background in logistics excellence and an aggressive, culturally sensitive personality

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major logisitcs services firm, a Greater Manager. The General Manager provides leadership and guidance to ensure that the site delivers the volume and mix of production duties required each day, within the required quality and cost parameters. S/he will be metrics driven, constantly measuring productivity to goal, and be heavily involved in process improvement. Essential Job Functions and Performance Standards:

-- Responsible for overseeing day-to-day terminal and transportation operations productivity, efficiency, and profitability.

-- Works closely with the operational managers and team members to ensure business units are functioning at optimum capacity and efficiency.

-- Increases volume by actively pursuing new business that will be compatible with the overall scope of the service lines.

-- Effectively monitors costs via systems currently in place, and/or works with appropriate staff to establish new systems of measurement.

-- Ensures the ongoing development and maintenance of customer relationships.

-- Participates in the planning, development and implementation of Program initiatives.

-- Facilitates the training and development of operational managers and team members.

-- Provides training on administrative policies and procedures for all department personnel. Encourages technicians to keep their skills up-to-date through periodic technical training on new systems and components offered by the automotive manufacturers.

-- Creates and/or recommends best practices related to departmental process flows.

-- Responsible for the financial process for Freight, including submission of the annual budget, historic comparisons, variance reporting (actual vs. budget), etc.

-- Maintains current rating and billing metrics.

-- Routinely analyzes receivables to ensure they are within acceptable limits

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Quality Sourcing Director - Industrial Products

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: US Industrial Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Internationally trained Chinese sourcing manager/ supply chain manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of an American MRO firm, a China Sourcing Director. Fluent in English and Mandarin, the China Sourcing Director will be responsible for the development, implementation and administration of quality assurance/quality control programs throughout China.

*   Through effective leadership of QA team, ensures consistent levels of product quality and consistency.

*   Ensures that every aspect of the Company’s business processes are suitably oriented toward and built around Firm’s principles of total quality in every respect

*   Identifies and qualifies new suppliers against strictly defined standards, such as quality, capacity, safety, cost and delivery.

*   Establishes and maintains quality policies, measurement and monitoring programs, gathers statistical data and evaluates in-house programs and effects of any system changes.

*   Drives supply chain improvements related to shipping costs, product handling, freight consolidation, etc.

*   Works across the region to select, approve, audit and work with suppliers to continually improve on commodity quality and prices.

*   Works to coordinate purchasing from existing China suppliers, as well as works on further increasing China and low cost sourcing of components wherever possible.

*   Performs all duties inherent in the role of China Sourcing Director including training, hiring, terminations and development of associates.

*   Fosters Firm’s Culture in China to ensure unity of purpose and the fulfillment of Firm’s Mission. Participates in special projects and performs additional duties as required. 

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Container Terminal Manager - Port Logistics

LOCATION: Thailand

COMPANY: Leading International Marine Logistics firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Minimum of 5 years experience in Container Terminal management. A leader and decision maker who possesses good interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to motivate and manage staff at all levels to improve productivity, set and achieve performance targets.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading world operator of seaport terminals and logistics services, a Container Terminal Manager. Firm has a large logistics network in Asia-Pacific, and in Thailand, the firm's businesses include Port Terminals, Warehouses, Distribution Centers, Transportation, Warehouse Management, Express, Freight Forwarding, and Supply Chain. The successful Container Terminal Manager will manage daily terminal operations in a fast paced environment. Duties and responsibilities include yard planning, administration of the container port, staff training, compliance with the company’s S&E policies, and optimization of the container throughput capacity.

Recruiter seeks a candidates who speak and write fluent English and Chinese (Cantonese). Experience with injection molded plastics and high volume, high quality, consumer products (sporting equipment, toys, etc.) would be most suitable. The China General Manager has to manage the suply chain in the PRC where the firm has a second office. S/he needs to be able to audit new Chinese suppliers, hire staff, as well as coordinate the delivery of manufactured products on a timely basis with good quality. The China General Manager will report directly to the CEO and s/he will oversee the engineers who run  the firm's projects.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Supply Chain Director - Heavy Equipment

LOCATION: Asian location

COMPANY: European Heavy Equipment Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Asia Supply Chain Director with experience in high quality, lower cost sourcing. Strong leadership and management skills. Excellent English.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading European manufacturer of industrial equipment, an Asia Supply Chain Director. The Asia Supply Chain Director should have at least 5-10 years' working experience in the production of automobiles, and should have strong experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, Material and Warehouse Management. The Asia Supply Chain Director should have a good grasp of construction equipment and parts processes, knowledgeable in cost benefit analysis, and advanced procurement practices. S/he should have a well-developed sourcing strategy, facilitation and negotiating skills. Reports to Asia Regional President.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China General Manager - China International Procurement Office

LOCATION: China (Shenzhen)

COMPANY: Major European Supply Chain Management Services Firm

Reporting to the Group Supply Chain Management Sourcing Manager, the China General Manager - International Procurement Office will be responsible for the management and development of the IPO China office and associated sourcing functions ensuring key strategic sourcing objectives and deliverables are met. Key success factors will be the effective management of the IPO commodity and sourcing staff  providing leadership, direction  and support , ensuring firm’s commercial needs are correctly interpreted, Chinese commercial opportunities are fully harnessed,  and maximize the commercial benefits to firm and our customers

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Supply Chain Director - Consumer Durables

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: US Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: World class China supply chain director for a world leading American consumer durables firm. The China supply chain director will act as champion and spokesperson for supply chain issues within the company's national organization. 3-5 management experience in a world class supply management or logistic organization. Ability to drive changes and work across traditional functional boundaries. Proactive management style, excellent communicator and motivator. Strong problem-solving capabilities, make decision quickly and effectively. Results oriented and possess a passion for continuous improvement. Process re-engineering and change management expertise. Ability to work effectively in a constantly evolving/changing organization

Recruiter seeks a China Supply Chain Director on behalf of a world leading firm in the consumer durables field. The China Supply Chain Director will build the major part of supply chain management organization that delivers the products and services at the lowest total system costs. The China Supply Chain Director will direct national-wide demand/supply planning (Plan), sourcing (Source), materials to produce continual improvements in process optimization and organizational transformation. The China Supply Chain Director will move the organization from a traditional functionally focused orientation/responsibility to one focused on the entire process. The China Supply Chain Director will deliver a combination of the following results: Improvements in delivery performance and quality, Increases in flexibility and responsiveness, Reductions in total logistics management costs, Better asset utilization. The China Supply Chain Director will work closely with key functional heads and business leaders to determine current and future supply chain requirements. The China Supply Chain Director will define vision and strategy for supply chain organization, as well as define organizational structure and resource requirements.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sourcing Director - Consumer Products

LOCATION: China (Tianjin or Qingdao)

COMPANY: US Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: able to work independently, be a self-starter and be detail oriented.

Recruiter seeks a China Sourcing Director, on behalf of a United States consumer products (tabletop products) company. The firm seeks this China Sourcing Director to represent them in China and Vietnam.  Responsibilities: 

·   Determine the proper factory to make product ensuring that quality standards are met.

·   Work with the vendors to expedite open orders as needed and to ensure that ship dates are met.  Issue monthly open order status reports by vendor.

·   Ensure that all quality control standards are met before the product ships.

·   Evaluate vendors to ensure we are using low-cost vendors that can meet the quality standards.  Continuously seek out new low-cost vendors.

·   The China Sourcing Director will focus on flatware but could grow to include silverplated holloware, crystal, christmas ornaments and alternative metal products.  Experience in working with flatware is desired, but other similar types of tabletop products or giftware could be considered.

·   Selected candidate must be able to speak fluent English and Chinese.  A college degree is also required.

·   Previous experience as an agent for an US or foreign based company is preferred.

·   Must be able to provide impeccable references, especially pertaining to their integrity..

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Supply Chain Director - Consumer Products

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: US Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Internationally trained Chinese sourcing manager/ supply chain manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of an American consumer products firm, a China Supply Chain Director whose major job will be to monitor quality and delivery of vendors at various factories in China. Experience in housewares or small household appliances a plus

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sourcing Office General Manager - Consumer Products

LOCATION: China (Ningbo)

COMPANY: Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Internationally trained Chinese vendor surveillance manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a consumer products firm, a China Supply Chain Director whose major job will be to lead their China Procurement Office. The China General Manager must be fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese and have strong experience in the consumer products sourcing field. This person must have strong negotiations skills, and have strong managerial experiences.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Sourcing General Manager - Leisure Equipment

LOCATION: Taiwan (Taipei)

COMPANY:  Major European Leisure Products Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Asia Sourcing General Manager with strong results-orientation, unbureaucratic. Experience in China and across other countries in Asia-Pacific. Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese.

Recruiter seeks an Asia Sourcing General Manager on behalf a leading European firm selling bicycles, hand tools, car accessories, boating equipment, and other home, garden and leisure products. Major responsibilities are sourcing of bicycles and car parts & accessories, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring prompt supplier deliveries.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Supply Chain Director/ China Supply Chain Head - Photovoltaics

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Leading Asian Solar Power Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: China Supply Chain Director/ China Supply Chain Head with strong results-orientation, unbureaucratic. Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading Asian firm in the solar power field (Photovoltaic/Solar and Electronics Manufacturing Services), a China Supply Chain Director/ China Supply Chain Head. The China Supply Chain Director will be responsible for establishing the supply chain policies, processes and procedures for the company. Procurement of direct materials. Negotiating cost of direct materials with accredit/identified suppliers. In charge of establishing a supplier/vendor base for direct materials in China and the Asia Pacific region. Establishes Procurement & Vendor related policies and procedures, supplier accreditation. Also in charge of all logistics - related matters.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Taiwan Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) - Computers

LOCATION: Taiwan (Taipei)

COMPANY: Fast-Growing Computer Company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Taiwan Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) with strong experience in computer components and systems procurement. Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a fast growing computer firm, a Taiwan Chief Procurement Officer (CPO). Reporting to the firm's Chief Executive Officer (CEO), the Taiwan Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) will head the firm's Asia procurement office. Strong preference for person who has worked at a leading global computer firm in the procurement/ logistics/ materials/ supply chain branches.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Singapore General Manager - Computer Parts

LOCATION: Singapore

COMPANY: Leading Logistics Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Singapore General Manager with experience in reverse logistics field, especially regarding computer parts. An experienced business leader to support the company’s growth plans in the Southeast Asia market over the next several years.

Recruiter seeks a Singapore General Manager for an international Reverse logistics provider regarding computer notebooks, components, storage, and other electronic devices. Reports to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Staff to be supervised: 400. The Singapore General Manager will be a leader who can manage all aspects of the business expansion including operations and business development. Firm is headquartered in the USA with international branch locations in Singapore and China.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sourcing Director - Machine Tools

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: North American Metal Forming Machinery firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Metal products procurement head

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a North American metal forming machinery firm, an automotive industry experienced China Sourcing Director.

Ø   Sourcing castings, machined components and fabrications for Canadian head office, and China plants, for decreased manufacturing costs and global supply co-ordination.

Ø   Source and screen machining and fabrication sources for Canada and China

Ø   Co-ordinate quoting process with selected suppliers

Ø   Translate specifications and quote requirements

Ø   Audit and identify machining centers and capabilities

Ø   Initiate and co-ordinate process improvement opportunities for manufactured components

Ø   Co-ordinate and manage sampling for quality and capability

Ø   Perform supplier audits, and monitor for quality and delivery

Ø   Co-ordinate and manage logistics’ from China to Canada to meet production requirements globally

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sourcing Director - Consumer Products

LOCATION: China (Guangzhou)

COMPANY: US Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Honest, senior executive level consumer market procurement head

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a US manufacturer and distributor of consumer products, a China Sourcing Director. The Director of Sourcing in the Greater China region should be experienced in sourcing household cleaning products. Experience with non-woven and plastics products would be of great interest, especially at firms such as Proctor and Gamble, Clorox, or Unilever. Reports to the Vice President, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and Logistics.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Global Logistics Director - Electronics

LOCATION: Malaysia (Penang)

COMPANY: Leading Multinational Electronics Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: ability to influence senior management; ability to drive for change; capability to manage a multicultural team

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a world leader in their field, a Global Logistics Director. The Global Logistics Director should have at least 7-15 years' experience in logistics management, including management on a regional level. The ideal candidate must have strong business acumen and ability to work at a strategic level as well as possessing outstanding operational excellence.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Supply Chain Manager - Hydraulic Components

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major Mechanical Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Energetic, analytical and with good business sense.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of an world leading hydraulic products firm, a Supply Chain manager whose focus will be on procurement of castings, forgings, machining, sheetmetal, fasteners and plastics in Asia. Position reports to Director of Supply Chain. Fluency in English required; German a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Asia Sourcing Manager - Packaging Components

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major global packaging company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Bilingual Mandarin Chinese/ English Asia Sourcing Manager. MBA & Six Sigma knowledge is a plus.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading packaging firm, an Asia Sourcing Manager. Reporting to the Global Sourcing Manager, the Asia Sourcing Manager directs all sourcing activity in Asia.   Responsibilities include managing and directing the daily activities of the China Sourcing specialists and quality team.

•   Strong eng skills that complement vendor management: At least 6 years working experience in machine parts procurement and work with small or medium size of machine parts suppliers. Knowledge of printing or Packaging machinery is a plus.

•   Capable of Identifying qualified suppliers quickly, capable of build strong relationships with suppliers for long term growth. Have outstanding communication skill between suppliers, oversea sales groups and global sourcing team.

•   Knowledge of different types of metallic, plastics materials

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Operations Manager (Asia Sourcing Manager) - Electronic Components

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major Connector and Electronic Components Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Independent, hands on, procurement manager

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a multinational, a Shanghai-based Asia Sourcing Manager. 5 years in similar position preferable with experience in industrial products manufacturing operation, procurement and supply chain management. Responsible for contract manufacturing & quality management, sourcing of components in the Far East for all company subsidiaries. Responsible for Asian Supply Chain to support manufacturing in Europe and North America. This person must have at leat 5 years of similar working experience, China experience, and preferably from the Automotive industry.

LOCATION: Taiwan (Kaohsiung)

COMPANY: Major Fastener Company

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a well established world supplier of fasteners to the automotive and industrial markets, as Taiwan Purchasing Manager. Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) required. Skill Sets: SCM or Quality experience in industrial market; Export experience; Ability to negotiate; International business edge; Analytical; Promotable. Effectively work between headquarters, Asian suppliers, and liaison among affiliated companies. Provide current information updates to headquarters for quotes, part and delivery status. Audit suppliers to ensure future viability, quality conformance, technical advancements and new product development. Source and negotiate products with suppliers ensuring margin growth. Provide routine reports summarizing industry trends and regional developments. Track new items awarded to Asia Pacific suppliers, savings, on-time delivery, quality and regional supply base growth and new development. Create “supplier alliances” with “strategically targeted” suppliers.

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Major Fastener Company

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a well established world supplier of fasteners to the automotive and industrial markets, as China Purchasing Manager. Fluency in English and Chinese (Mandarin) required. Skill Sets: SCM or Quality experience in industrial market; Export experience; Ability to negotiate; International business edge; Analytical; Promotable. Effectively work between headquarters, Asian suppliers, and liaison among affiliated companies. Provide current information updates to headquarters for quotes, part and delivery status. Audit suppliers to ensure future viability, quality conformance, technical advancements and new product development. Source and negotiate products with suppliers ensuring margin growth. Track new items awarded to Asia Pacific suppliers, savings, on-time delivery, quality and regional supply base growth and new development. Create “supplier alliances” with “strategically targeted” suppliers.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Procurement Director - Asia Pacific - Electronics

LOCATION: China (Shanghai)

COMPANY: Multinational electronics firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fast-paced, multi-country sourcing manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major US electronics firm, an Asia Pacific Procurement Manager. The incumbent will be responsible for handling of local procurement of the firm in Asia, with a greater focus on South East Asia and North Asia. This position will report to Supply Chain Director, Asia Pacific. Minimum 8-10 years procurement experience in Mechanical/ Electrical/ Electronics Industry; of which at least 2-3 years of experience in supplier negotiations. Should have had middle/senior management interaction in previous/present jobs. Multi-country supplier management would be an added- advantage. Demonstrable skills on successful people management would be an advantage.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: China Sourcing Manager - Consumer Products (Sporting goods/ Leisure goods)

LOCATION: China (Ningbo)

COMPANY: South African Consumer Products firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Reliable, hands on, consumer market procurement manager

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of well established South African client making consumer products for the European and worldwide market, a China Sourcing Manager. Based in Ningbo, China, but travelling around China, the person should have had experience in purchasing for the consumer goods field. Plastics and sheet metal experiences would be of interest. The person should be fully fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese, and have experienced in sourcing and value creation. The person will be doing intensive travel locally and overseas. The person would also be responsible for supervision of quality/engineering/sourcing/shipping areas of business in China.

A US semiconductor startup providing highly integrated, cost effective silicon solutions for the mobile device market has developed a product that defines a new level of integration, performance, and cost for mobile processors. The firm was founded by a highly accomplished group of technology innovators who have led other startup firms to successes. Recruiter seeks an operations manager who will spearhead the client's production and fulfillment tasks. This candidate will be responsible for managing the purchasing, inventory, and fulfillment processes for the firm's semiconductor products. Specifically, the operations manager will work with the sales team on forecasting, ordering, and delivering the firm's processors, which integrate an ARM9 RISC processor, DSP, graphical LCD controller, Bluetooth and GPS baseband controllers, digital camera interface, and a long list of peripheral control and system expansion interfaces.

Major European consumer electronics manufacturer requires a Hong Kong Operations Manager: S/he must have experience in electronics & manufacturing procedures, preferably in subcontracting, OEM. Responsible for all daily operations of the Hong Kong office. Able to manage a group of 20 to 30 people divided up into departments that is Purchasing, PMC (Production Materials Control) and R&D. At least 3 department heads will report directly to him/her. Directly assist the General Manager in Hong Kong. The Operations Manager will oversee the daily operations in Purchasing, PMC, Accounting. S/he will report directly to the GM. Fluent in English and Chinese (Cantonese preferred). Experience in motion sensors a plus.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Senior Managing Director for International Operations - Consumer Products

LOCATION: Switzerland

COMPANY: Major multinational consumer products corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Consumer products supply chain director. Ability to work in an international, multicultural business culture.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a major American consumer products firm, a Senior Managing Director for International Operations. Based in Switzerland, the Senior Managing Director for International Operations' prime focus is to coordinate supply chain materials and distributions activities from the European base. Fluency in English, with French and/or German fluency a strong plus.

European firm developing semiconductor chips and reader technologies for contactless smart cards and electronic tags, seeks a Vice President Operations/ Manufacturing. Firm is a fabless semiconductor operation working with two foundries and many packaging subcontractors. All manufacturing is off-shore using subcontractors. Their products are contactless memory and microprocessor chips which can be supplied as tested wafers or in packaging form (cards, tags, inlets, coins, ...). The fabless semiconductor firm's markets include access control, transport, electronic identification of objects, identity cards, etc. Firm's customers are mainly system integrators and application developers (VARs) who use firm's technological platform to develop a finished product or application with a dedicated use.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Vice President Supply Chain Management - Furniture

LOCATION: Sweden

COMPANY: Asian furniture firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Highly experienced retail Vice president, Supply Chain able to help develop a global concept for a fast growing Asian manufacturer and retailer

Recruiter, on behalf of an Asian regional player in the Furniture Retail and Manufacturing Industry, seeks various Vice Presidents to build the firm's global presence. For its Detailed Planning and execution, they are looking for professionals from various areas e.g. Product Design and Development, Category Management, Supply Chain Management, especially in Purchasing, Distribution etc , Store Design, Strategic Marketing.  

-Vice President, Supply Chain Management: Develop Global Supply Chain Model, Train and develop the Global Purchasing & Distribution Team. Experience: More than 10 years of experience in a Big Furniture Retailer like IKEA in Purchasing/ Distribution/ Supply Chain Functions.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of European Supply Chain - Chemicals

LOCATION: France

COMPANY: Major multinational chemicals corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Chemical sector supply chain director; fluent English and French

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of major multinational chemicals manufacturer, a Director of Supply Chain - Europe. Reporting to the VP, Europe, the Director of Supply Chain should have a strong results-orientation with an ability to troubleshoot and improve supply chain and manufacturing effectiveness in multiple plants, across multiple European countries.

---Further development and management of Supply Chain

---Further development and embedding of internal controls

---Ensure appropriate supply chain agreements are in place, with particular focus on contractual clauses, contract tlerance and relationship parameters.

---Relationship Management Framework - specifically in relation to supplier quality, supplier engagement and supplier reviews.  

---Materials Planning - Agree to approach in relation to materials supply (introducing lean management.)  

---Instill disciplines ensuring that firm retains control of supply chain and does not realize unacceptable levels of risk to the supply of materials.  

---Identify customer needs and work cross functionally ensuring the customer needs are met in a timely manner.

---Material Inflation - Recognise the importance of continued materials cost reductions and ensure that supply chain improvements facilitate net material cost reductions.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: European Supply Chain Director - Food Ingredients

LOCATION: Northern European location

COMPANY: Major European Food Ingredients Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Efficient Supply Chain Director who could work across multiple European countries. Fluent English and German

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading European food products firm, a European Supply Chain Director who could plan, direct, or coordinate the activities related to purchasing materials, products, and services across European sites. The European Supply Chain Director will manage the upstream and downstream relationships with suppliers and customers to deliver superior customer value at less cost to the supply chain as a whole.

•   evaluate suppliers across board criteria which include price, quality, service support, availability, reliability etc, whilst analyzing market conditions for future purchasing expenditure.  

•   continually improve the supply chain logistics process, cost per unit storage, transportation, and planning through the development of people, systems and the effective use of revenue spend and capital investment

•   lead the supplier selection and qualification process, monitoring performance including quality, pricing, product availability and delivery lead times.

•   monitor and improve accuracy of all forecasts, to improve our bill of materials and through making continuous improvements in costs, lead times and inventory control, examine current in-house procurement procedures, identifying and implementing process improvements

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Netherlands General Manager - Logistics Services

LOCATION: Netherlands

COMPANY: Major Logistics Services Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Logistics Services General Manager with experience in electronics and computer peripherals sectors. Fluent Dutch and English. BSEE a strong plus

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading logistics services firm, a Netherlands General Manager who will be responsible for planning, controlling and coordinating the entire range of production activities; people, material and processes. Knowledge of ISO concepts and guidelines for a Quality Management System; Driving and achievement of KPIs; Driving and support of a continuous improvement approach to all activities.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Senior Manager Demand Planning - Petrochemicals

LOCATION: Southern European location

COMPANY: Major European Petrochemicals Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Experienced unbureaucratic world class supply chain manager

Recruiter seeks a Demand Management Senior Department Manager for a leading European petrochemicals firm. The Senior Manager Demand Planning is responsible for planning and consolidating demand for optimum running of operations and obtaining best commercial terms; keeping demand generation under control both in quality (appropriate specs) and quantity; driving a standardisation strategy aimed to reduce number of items, complexity and cost; setting optimum inventory rule to drive down committed capital, reduce infrastructure needs while providing service levels required by business.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Global Procurement/ Regional European Procurement

LOCATION: Germany, France, or UK (Scotland or England)

COMPANY: $15 billion US multinational corporation

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Able to work well across multiple countries and regions. Must be able to assume the duties of the job immediately. Top procurement people from organizations well known for having highly effective supply chain groups (eg., Dell, Toyota, Delphi, GE Plastics, etc.). Essential: Strong technical knowledge of the subsector plus strong commercial/strategic skills (possibly an MBA). A proven track record in the business, manufacturing, supply chain and/or commercial areas. Strong leadership, change management and networking capabilities. Skills at working complex cross-stream and cross-BU issues. Desirable: A second European language in addition to English an advantage (German or French preferred)

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of major multinational employing approximately 8,500 people in 25 countries, with most facilities in the USA and Europe, a Global Commodity Manager (US or Europe location) and 3 European Commodity Managers. Positions reporting to the Worldwide VP of Procurement. Commodity Managers, reporting to the relevant Regional Procurement Directors, have direct responsibility and accountability for procurement strategies and tactics for a focused (sub-sector) area of products and services. The Manufacturing Equipment and Materials Market Sector covers a global spend of up to $1bn (capex dependant), and comprises four sub-sectors across sites world-wide

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: European Manager of Materials and Logistics - Automotive Parts

LOCATION: France (Paris)

COMPANY: US Automotive Supplier

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Manager of Materials and Logistics who is fully fluent in English and French. 10 years of experience; Industrial environment (automotive is a plus); International corporation; Management of various departments; Budget and project management; International customers and suppliers relationship.

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of an American automotive parts firm with an important business unit in France, a Manager of Materials and Logistics. The position reports to the Vice President of Operations. Within the Operations VP guidelines, consistent with the corporation strategy and annual operating plans, the Materials and Logistics Manager will:

- Lead  Material planning, production planning, OEM sales administration, Warehousing, Shipping, Receiving, Inventory and freight management

- Coordinate demand management with production capacity and material supply

- Improve the Supply chain overall performance adapting the organization, resources , systems and processes.

- Optimize results and cash flow of the company identifying the fields of value

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Container Terminal Manager - Logistic Services/ Container Ports

LOCATION: Egypt

COMPANY: Leading Ports Operator

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Worldclass Container Terminal Manager with strong business management skills.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading logistics services firm in the ports sector, employing over 6,000 people worldwide and with a market capitalization of over US$500 million, a Container Terminal Manager. The firm is currently embarking on a growth strategy and aims to expand its transportation and port management operations across the region and the foray into businesses related to its core activities in logistics. The expansion initiative stems from the expected growth in regional trade and the inevitable regional market integration. The firm is one of the largest providers of integrated transport and logistics solutions in the area, and its main activities are stevedoring, terminal handling, warehousing, freight forwarding, customs clearance, and overland passenger services.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: VP Commercial - Logistic Services/ Container Ports

LOCATION: GCC Location

COMPANY: Major International Ports Operator

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: VP Commercial with excellent worldclass track records in the ports industry. Fluency in English required.

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a leading logistics services firm in the ports sector, a VP Commercial. The Vice President's main role is to lead the Commercial strategic planning and implementation for the firm on a corporate level; and. lead & align all the Sales and Marketing Planning and implementation for all Business units. The VP Commercial will develop and enhance relationship with major global shipping lines in the different modes of cargo, for example, Containers, RORO, Bulk and Break Bulk. Candidates should have a minimum of 15 years of experience in the shipping industry, excellent relationships with the major international container & RORO shipping lines, and be an international, multi-culturally oriented manager. Mainly office environment with 25 - 30% of the time traveling. Many site visits to the ports and business units expected.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Purchasing Director - Plastics

LOCATION: Nigeria

COMPANY: Major Japanese Plastics Firm

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of well established Japanese plastics manufacturing client, a Purchasing Director. This operation is a prominent manufacturer in the country. A 3 year contract is desired.

The Purchasing Director’s responsibilities will include managing the purchasing and inventory control functions, reviewing and tracking obsolete and scrapped items, and providing data to Acctg concerning forecasted inventory.  The incumbent will also review all outstanding orders and ensure prompt action to avoid delays. This position also negotiates the best product, pricing, and delivery with reliable suppliers in the country and interfaces with Acctg to ensure proper record keeping of purchases and contracts.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Director of Manufacturing Strategy, Latin America - Power Tools

LOCATION: Brazil (Sao Paulo or Rio)

COMPANY: Major Global Manufacturer of Power Tools

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fully bilingual, Portuguese-English or trilingual (Portuguese-Spanish-English) Latin America Operations/ Supply Chain Head with a continent-wide focus on manufacturing consumer durables. Creative, “out of box” thinker, early adapter mentality. Strong entrepreneurial mindset, able to see end game and paths to achieve. Excellent Presentation skills – verbal and written.

Recruiter seeks a senior operations executive with a truly Latin American continental outlook, on behalf of a global leader in power tools. Reporting to the Senior Vice president of Operations, the Latin America Director of Manufacturing Strategy will deliver the overall Manufacturing and Distribution Strategy & Operations Plans supporting the long term vision of the firm in Latin America. The Latin America Director of Manufacturing Strategy will lead and coordinate changes to current Europe, US, and China Supply Chain efforts, delivering products to the various Latin America businesses, including direct to country distribution centers from production locations through indirect utilizing other company distribution centers world-wide. S/he will provide leadership through implementation of a local distribution center and production facility somewhere in the Latin America region. The Latin America Director of Manufacturing Strategy will define, train and grow operations team and facility capabilities from start-up through to on-going operations.

Key Responsibilities

1.  Develop direction and plans for Latin America Business Distribution & Production Facility.  Gain approvals in 6-9 months.  Implement within 9-12 months a fully functioning facility supporting business growth starting 2013.

2.  Coordinate consultation activities related to current duties/tariffs, local taxation schemes, distribution & logistics, and resale challenges associated with importing to South America from foreign locations, as well as, transferring products between South American countries.

3.  Develop Business Reporting metrics to support:  from  current ‘import only’ tracking to future ‘local based’ distribution and production.

4.  Establish Best Practices and Reporting to ensure cost, quality, and delivery requirements are clearly understood and followed in a consistent manner.

Professional Specifications

•   Strong Leadership – Vision, Direction, Actions, Results.

•   10-15 years relevant Operations experience.  Strategic Planning, Project Development & Management, Success On-Going Operations; Distribution & Production.

•   Experience in Site Selection, Startup and Normalizing a combined Distribution Center & Production Facility.

•   Strong Financials Understanding and Development with Solid Metrics drivers.

Personal Characteristics

•   Undergraduate technical degree required, Operations related desirable.  Graduate Operations/Business preferred.

•   Negotiating Skills – intercompany cross-functional, external with suppliers.

•   Adept at cross-functional communication, listening and interpersonal skills.

•   Able to work independently and self starter.

•   Good written and oral languages – English, Spanish & Portuguese.

•   Strong analytical, numerical and reasoning abilities.

•   Adept at establishing/maintaining credibility, vertical and horizontal.

Functional Competencies

•   Excellent knowledge / detailed understanding of manufacturing systems and processes (GMP/ISO-9000, MRPII, JIT, Kan-Ban, etc.) and able to make selections to implement.

•   Development and Program Management of Products into Mass Production, and life cycle maintenance.

•   Expertise in Materials Requirements Planning (MRP), Cellular Manufacturing and Single Piece Material Flow, Tooling and Equipment procurement and upkeep.

•   Practical understanding of Safety, Regulatory and Government Agencies in the region.

•   Expertise in Distribution Center Inventory Storage & Management, Order Fulfillment and Reverse Logistics from Customers.

•   Experienced in hiring/training, building, motivating and directing entire workforce.

•   Able to interpret, analyze and improve financial results.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Latin America Senior Director of Procurement - Consumer Packaged Goods

LOCATION: Brazil (Sao Paulo)

COMPANY: Major US Consumer Products Manufacturer

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Fully bilingual, results-oriented Spanish-English or Portuguese-English Senior Director of Procurement - Latin America. Focus on commodities

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of a leading US firm in the CPG/FMCG field, a Senior Director of Procurement for Latin America. Position reports to an EVP Procurement - Latin America.

-- Overall leader of Procurement function in the Latin America Region.  

-- Oversees the buying of ~ $ 2 billion worth of Commodities, Packaging, Ingredients and Indirect Materials and Services.

-- Manages a staff of ~ 140 people deployed in ten countries. Leads organization that optimizes regional scale and scope and serves the LA region through combined material category and Business Unit responsibilities.

-- Operates in volatile economic and political Latin American environment, with trade restrictions and volatile currencies.

-- Is responsible for the successful delivery of all Procurement related cost management,  growth/ innovation, customer service and quality initiatives for the LA Region.  

-- Leads development/delivery of LA Region specific Procurement goals and long term strategies.

-- Drives functional alignment/linkage/execution across all areas of corporate Procurement and material categories to leverage global scale in support of LA Region goals and initiatives.  

-- Has fiduciary responsibility for company spend and compliance.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Brazil General Manager - Logistics Services Firm

LOCATION: Brazil (Sao Paulo)

COMPANY: Asian Logistics Services Firm

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Brazil General Manager with diversified experiences over operations, finance and sales and marketing in the logistics sector. Fluent Portuguese and English

Recruiter seeks, on behalf of leading Asian logistics services firm, a Brazil General Manager. Reporting to the CEO, the Brazil General Manager will be leading the Freight Forwarding, Warehousing & Express business (Freight Forwarding, Custom Clearance, Express, Courier, Trucking & warehousing). The Brazil General Manager carries responsibilities of Revenue generation, Profitability, Budgeting, Building market share in Sea and Air freight, Building sales team, Developing key accounts, etc.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Mexico Materials Manager - Computer Products

LOCATION: Mexico (Tijuana)

COMPANY: Computer peripherals products company

HEADHUNTER FOCUS: Spanish-English bilingual Materials Manager

Recruiter seeks on behalf of a computer peripherals products client, a Mexico Materials Manager. Candidate must be bilingual and understand high volume, high quality plastics and printed circuit board assembly operations.

EXECUTIVE SEARCH: Mexico Director Distribution Mexico