Senior Vice President, Global Operations

Company: Calamp
Location: Richardson
Posted on: March 22, 2020

Job Description:

Based in beautiful Irvine, CA, we are CalAmp, a pioneer in the global mobile connected economy. We provide visibility solutions for mobile assets, their passengers and contents anywhere in the world at any moment in time assuring optimum utilization and safety to help save lives. Currently, we are seeking a Head of Global Operations to report directly to the CEO. This is an exciting opportunity for those who wish to work for a stable, well-established company that builds transformational technologies within the revolutionary domain of IoT.We believe that people are our greatest asset and we are committed to being an employer of choice in our industry. CalAmp offers an engaging and diverse work environment that permits our people to take pride in their contributions and share in the company's success. Our employees can expect the space to showcase their talent, sharpen their skills, develop new capabilities, and be a part of a global team that develops revolutionary technologies. We proudly offer the stability and security of a large publicly-traded tech company without the rigidity and red tape.In particular, we offer:Meaningful work with the potential to disrupt an entire industryVisionary leadershipExcellent compensation packagesAn extensive suite of medical and retirement benefitsFlexible time off policy and accommodating work schedulesEducation Assistance Program (Tuition Reimbursement)Access to cutting-edge tools and technologiesInnovative, intelligent, collaborative teammatesResponsibilitiesThis position will lead the ongoing transformation of CalAmp to a more globally-oriented, outsourced supply chain strategy and will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) with accountability for financial, service, and quality metrics. This role can be based in Southern California or North Texas.--Provide strategic and tactical leadership of Operations and Supply Chain Management at the corporate levelManage all areas of Operations including Scheduling, Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Assembly, Quality Systems, Production Engineering, Warehousing, Shipping, Receiving, RMA Processes, and Customer ServiceDevelop, implement and/or improve systems and processes that focus on customer satisfaction, optimal cost and quality, and supply chain excellenceIn collaboration with other leaders, optimize global manufacturing operations with outsourcing partnersDesign, develop and qualify new outsourcing partners as needed and establish metrics to monitor and continuously improve Supply Chain performanceEngineer the shift of current manufacturing operations to Supply Chain partners using a disciplined approach for transition of tooling, test equipment, materials, processes, and training to ensure continued supply to customers and compliance with all quality requirementsEngage with key customers and sales operations teams to create balance between customer demand and manufacturing capabilitiesOversee customer support operations including Implementation, Customer Service, Technical Support, Dispatch and Field Operations teamsConsistently achieve shipment revenue targets each month by managing inventory levels, the supply chain, product mix, forecast, and customer order changesOptimize master scheduling, planning, production control, logistics and supply chain processes in order to ensure proper flow of materials throughout the value streamOversee all aspects of strategic sourcing, supplier development, policy and contract governance, and indirect spending activities with the key purpose of maximizing service levels and minimizing the organization's overall costsImprove the existing Supply Chain by reducing lead-times, creating alternative tier two sources, facilitating beneficial inventory sharing arrangements, improving quality controls, and eliminating bottlenecksDrive cost improvements by developing opportunities for material, freight, labor and overhead cost reductions and fully implement changes to achieve resultsDrive improvement in on-time delivery, past due backlog, lead-times, and inventory levels through the implementation of world-class materials management processesInfluence new facility design to incorporate operational functions necessary for quality surveillance of suppliers, RMA support, and new process developmentInfluence new product design with Design for Manufacturability/Testability/Cost (DFx) analysis, and lessons learned from RMAs and past product launches to optimize on New Product IntroductionManage compliance with company and governmental regulations including environmental policy, employee accident/injury/illness and other local regulatory policies imposedAnalyze and assess industry and market dynamics on a regular basis to assess cost, material allocation and modern distribution trendsQualificationsMust Haves15 years of experience within a technology manufacturing environment5 years in senior executive management (SVP or C-Level)Currently working for a technology company generating at least $300 million in annual revenueExpertise in leading a complex global supply chain, logistics, and export complianceExperience in overseeing customer support operationsTechnical Bachelors (Engineering, Computer Science, etc.)Local to Southern California or North TexasStrong PlusExpertise in Service Operations (call centers, field tech ops, etc.)MS or MBA

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