Supply chain manager job description

• Manage the creation of software media, dongles, licensing and required documentation for global projects and end customers
• Track 3rd party software licenses and royalty reporting
• Ensure customer orders are fulfilled according to established lead times and urgent/emergency orders are filled immediately
• Ensure that all Systems and Software business units meet their reporting and financial commitments according to commercial agreements, are in compliance with software licensing, distribution and other restrictions, and ensure software needs of the business are met
• Act as the single point of contact and spokesperson for software licensing, royalties and process compliance for all software applications
• Drive best-in-class practices and benchmarks across the software industry to ensure process excellence in the management and distribution of all software for Global SYSS products
• Supports new software business acquisitions and integrations as necessary with regards to software license and distribution
• Collaborate with software category managers and technology on new 3rd party software suppliers introduction and royalty reporting requirements.

Who You Are:

You adjust communication content and style to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders. You convey clear performance expectations and follow up consistently. You anticipate customer needs and provide services that are beyond customer expectations. You focus efforts on continuous improvement; and have a knack for identifying and seizing opportunities for synergy and integration. You analyze multiple and diverse sources of information to define problems accurately before moving to solutions.

Required Education, Experience & Skills:

• Bachelor's Degree
• 10+ years of experience in: Business, Supply Chain or Strategic Procurement
• Experience with contract management and administration, preferably within the software industry
• Legal authorization to work in the United States - Sponsorship will not be provided for this position.

Flexible Work Schedule - Remote Work Option

This role has the flexibility of a remote work option up to three days a week. Our teams work together to ensure our chosen work schedules enable our creativity and productivity as we serve the needs of our customers.

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Assists the local Supply Chain Management with coordinating activities and staff related to procurement and supply services at a specific site, including linen, local purchasing, distribution, inventory control, printing and duplication services, mail distribution and courier services, and other operational support services as required. May manage specific functional areas within the supply chain. May manage supply chain operations at the Medical Center or outside Medical Office Buildings in the service area. Ensures site compliance to specific policies regarding internal controls for departmental purchasing activities to ensure optimal use of national contracts, appropriate use of purchasing channels, utilization of expert advice and internal controls. Ensures effective compliance to all applicable national, state and local regulations/laws. Provides backup coverage to the local site Supply Chain Management as necessary.Essential Functions:- Within assigned functional areas, assists in the development and implementation of assest management strategy which is supportive of financial goals, capital planning efforts and, in collaboration with Facilities Services and EH&S, the Safe Medical Device Act.- Assists with building and supervising a medical center distribution network, that allows for minimal inventory requirements and high inventory turnover to minimize obsolescence or expiration as well as high service levels; ensures re-order min/max levels are updated, maintained and adhered to.- Provides supevision and direction to the functional area supply chain personnel, which may include hiring, terminating, reward and recognition, performance reviews, development plans, and corrective action as needed for represented and non-represented personne.- Implements sourcing/contracting opportunities for service improvements and/or product/practice standardization opportunities to local, regional and national sorucing teams.- Ensures compliance with all pertinent state and federal regulations.- Able to perform staff/personnel performance audits, ensuring cleanliness of storage facilities, validate proper product rotation, accurate inventory levels, etc. Maintain survey readiness at all times.- Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.

Basic Qualifications:Experience- Minimum three (3) years of supervisory experience, including managing/leading union represented staff, non-union non-exempt and exempt employees.- Minimum three (3) years experience in supply chain and/or operations experience which may include purchasing, inventory management, distribution, and procurement.Education- Bachelor's degree in business administration, finance, operations research, engineering, supply chain,economics, o related field; OR four (4) years of experience in a directly related field.- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.License, Certification, Registration- N/A Additional Requirements:- Demonstrated understanding of supply chain management.- Proficient in a variety of software applications with the ability to develop complex spreadsheets and write business communications.- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:

- Minimum two (2) years process improvement experience utilizing Lean Six Sigma methodologies or similar.- Minimum two (2) years project management and/or consulting level experience.- Minimum two (2) years experience with federal, state, and local regulations including Title 22, The Joint Commission, CMS or similar regulatory agencies.- Minimum three (3) years working in a retail, manufacturing, or health care environment preferred.- Experience in team building and conflict resolution.

- Experience working in a union environment preferred.

- Professional certification such as Certified Logistics Management (CLM) or Certified Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.- Current Six Sigma certificaiton preferred.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, haivng experience communicating across diverse populations and employee levels.

COMPANY: KAISER

TITLE: Supply Chain Assistant Manager

LOCATION: Walnut Creek, California

REQNUMBER: 1117874

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with Federal, state and local laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran, or disability status.

Minimum qualifications:

+ Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

+ 4 years of relevant experience in climate/energy/greenhouse gas emissions.

Preferred qualifications:

+ Master's degree in Environmental Science or related fields.

+ Experience with driving net-zero programs with suppliers at a major technology/manufacturing company or other relevant experience in climate/energy/greenhouse gas emissions.

+ Experience designing, scaling, and leading transformations.

+ Experience engaging and influencing executive stakeholders as a business advisor and thought leader.

+ Ability to lead change efforts across an organization.

+ Excellent leadership and influencing skills.

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+ Lead and scale a global Program Management team to support Google's goals of achieving net-zero emissions across our value chain.

+ Enable Google's suppliers in their journey towards net-zero through capability building efforts.

+ Partner with cross-functional team members to set and deliver on Google's net-zero goals.