Manager, Supply Chain Management - Genesee and Wyoming Railroad

Job Summary:

Provides leadership and direction for the materials functions to meet operational requirements in a safe and timely manner, while maximizing service levels and optimizing cost. 
 

Responsibilities:

Communicate with customers on a regular basis to understand customer needs 

Manage inventory and third party service providers (e.g., cycle counts, stocking levels, obsolescence, warranty, quality, and packaging) to provide material availability and service to the customer 

Manage the order process, forecasting inventory needs, requisitioning, order placement, and scheduling delivery 

Manage warehousing and other storage requirements to optimize safety, good housekeeping, efficiency, and space 

Plan materials requirement for program work, running repair maintenance, outside parties, and modifications 

Ensure delivery and handling of material by appropriate parties (i.e., operations, and third party contractors) to meet operational requirements 

Ensure optimal transportation and logistics for delivery of product and services to the customer 

Improve the work processes and systems to include maximizing opportunities to automate the work 

Work as a team member to enhance the culture in a positive manner 

Communicate safety awareness, implement safety programs and training, and enforce rules that ensure a safe work environment 

Miscellaneous activities and responsibilities as assigned by manager 

Qualifications 

Bachelors Degree in related field or a minimum of 7 years related purchasing experience, preferably in the rail  

3 or more years of experience in Purchasing/Procurement, Materials/Inventory Management, Transportation, Logistics, Rail Operations, Supply Chain Management, or Basic Warehousing 

Strong Communication Skills 

Excellent Organizational and project management skills 

Strong team player who can effectively influence from within the team  

Knowledge and Skills 

Advanced MS Excel, Access, and Power Point Skills 

Knowledge of financial concepts and procedures 

Competencies 

G&W accordingly selects and develops talent based on each of the following competencies: analyze issues and make effective decisions, advance the business, engage, coach, and build a diverse workforce, build partnerships, improve service quality and processes, execute effectively, demonstrate personal leadership, and demonstrate functional and technical agility. 

Job Requirements 

Up to 15% travel may be required. 

The applicant selected for this position will be required to successfully complete a background check and physical including a drug test. Passing results must be received prior to start date in new position. 

 This position is employed by the specific entity set forth in the job posting. 

Genesee & Wyoming Inc. and its subsidiary companies do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or any other protected status under federal, state or local laws.