Supply Source Enterprises

Continuous Improvement Leader

About Us:

Supply Source Enterprises (SSE) is a global manufacturer and distributor of branded and private label PPE, commercial cleaning, maintenance, and safety products. The company caters to end markets of JanSan, foodservice, industrial/safety, office products and other resellers.

POSITION SUMMARY

Job Overview

This position will reside in Richmond Indiana. The Continuous Improvement Leader role will be in charge of developing, planning, and executing the strategy that results in eliminating waste, improving customer satisfaction, and driving down the network in a safe and effective way. This person will not only be highly competent as a process manager skilled in project design, fabrication design, planning, and implementation to ensure performance and process development. This leader will also CI initiatives within the Supply Source network.

Responsibilities

• Managing and facilitating all Continuous Improvement initiatives and strategy with an initial focus in the Richmond Indiana facility
• Driving a continuous improvement culture within the organization by prioritizing opportunities and execution of a Lean transformation strategy and metrics
• Using metrics to provide support to process owners in linking projects to strategic operational objectives
• Driving plant cost savings initiatives

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``` - Coach, train, and mentor cross-functional teams in proper use and application of Lean or Six Sigma tools including, but not limited to, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Standard Work, 5S, SMED, Kanban, GEMBA meetings, , DOE (Design of Experiment), Problem Solving, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and TPI (Transactional Process Improvement) throughout the facility

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``` - Assisting teams in developing Lean roadmaps to use in the deployment of strategic objectives - Ensuring successful definition and execution of large, cross-functional improvement initiatives tied to annual strategic priorities - Identifying best practices within and outside the company and serving as a channel for best-practice sharing and adoption across business units - Providing guidance for projects and kaizen events - Managing and facilitating continuous improvement projects and kaizen events to improve productivity and accelerate growth - Challenging organizational leaders when necessary to create an action-based culture of continuous improvement and increase CI and Lean-oriented thinking throughout the organization - Working with the finance department to evaluate project savings estimates, validate reported CI benefits, and ensure accurate accounting of CI productivity - Support 3^rd^party initiatives that drive best practices and shared savings

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field (preferred).
• Proven experience in inventory control or supply chain management.
• Manufacturing or fabrication experience
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Proficiency in using inventory management software and Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of inventory control best practices and industry trends.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with safety regulations and procedures.

FLSA STATUS

Exempt

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required sit and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms nd talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust or focus.

Why Should You Apply?

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K.
• Exciting and progressive work environment!

Supply Source Enterprises Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribes to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. The company ensures that all applicants and employees are considered for hire, promotion, and job status, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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