Senior Manager, Supply Chain

At Canadian Solar, our vision is to make lives better by bringing electricity powered by the sun to millions of people worldwide. As a leading manufacturer of solar panels, inverters, and energy storage solutions, we've been an industry front-runner since our founding in 2001. Our commitment to sustainability is reflected in all parts of our organization as we navigate the complexities of a booming industry.

Throughout Canadian Solar's subsidiaries, e-Storage, Recurrent Energy, MSS and CSI Solar Co., we invest in our employees' growth. Our training programs and promotional opportunities ensure we all can continue to learn. We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide various flexible work options to support our employees' well-being. Join our team to "Make the Difference" by creating a lasting positive impact on the world and the communities where we operate.

Position Title: Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Department: Supply Chain

Entity: USMM

Reports To: General Manager

Location: Dallas, Mesquite

Position Summary:

As a Senior Manager of Supply Chain, you will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing all aspects of our supply chain operations to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of products. You will lead a team of supply chain professionals, develop strategies, and implement processes to enhance our supply chain performance

Primary Responsibilities:

Strategy Development: Develop comprehensive supply chain strategies aligned with company goals and objectives. Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and motivate a team of supply chain professionals to achieve departmental and organizational targets. Vendor Management: Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Inventory Management: Oversee inventory planning, forecasting, and optimization to minimize stockouts while maximizing inventory turnover. Logistics Optimization: Implement strategies to optimize transportation, warehousing, and distribution processes to reduce costs and improve delivery timelines.

6.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the supply chain operations.

7.Risk Management: Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize supply chain disruptions and ensure business continuity.

8.Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and sales, to align supply chain activities with overall business objectives.

9.Compliance: Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, industry standards, and company policies in all supply chain activities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• Proven experience (10 years) in supply chain management roles, with a focus on leadership and strategy development.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and drive change initiatives.
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP) is a plus.