Logistics Director Jobs in California

Job Title: Logistics Director Company: Proven Inc. Location: San Diego, CA Description: PROVEN Engineering is a specialized staffing firm. The following position is a direct-hire position with one of our many quality clients.Position can reside in either Melbourne, FL or San Diego, CA. Base salary plus additional management incentive bonus. Relocation package available. Our client is engaged in the development of state-of-the-art communications products and systems. Their close-knit team of talented employees has remained at the forefront of the industry for over 40 years. Job Description:* Responsible for all Logistics functions within this $150M DoD contractor. * Will coordinate and perform integrated logistics support services for multiple complex programs, and proposals. * Logistics support services include: Logistics Planning, Material Release and Requirements Determination, producing basis of issue plans and material fielding plans, and other tasking falling within the Reliability, Maintainability, and Supportability areas, including analysis and overall sparing concepts as well as nationwide support to operations. * Will lead the Logistics, and Field Service Engineering organizations. * Determines support requirements for preventive and corrective maintenance of complex products in specific area of technical specialization or new and unique technology. * Participates with engineering to assure that maximum level of maintainability consistent with design integrity and specifications is incorporated into products. * Directs studies to determine transportability of products, handling and storage requirements and optimum service and maintenance programs. * Integrates current logistics concepts into preliminary planning to evaluate the various options for maintenance concepts, level-of-repair decisions, and support/test equipment requirements. * Leads/directs efforts to ensure that integrated logistics support objectives are considered and introduced as early as practical on assigned programs. * Participates in the development of plans which will have far-reaching consequences for logistics design and support at early stages in the system program life cycle. * Oversees and develops work statements, scope/priority definitions and the creation of budgets and schedules for large complex programs. * Prepares and presents logistics program capabilities and services to customers. * Contributes to the preparation of proposals and provides technical and cost support for negotiations. * Responsible for defining and specifying spares and support equipment. * Manages technical/field support activities and schedules. * Documents program progress including implementation, timelines, issues, risks, and successes to maintain program course. * Manages customer senior management, company management and project team expectations for agreed upon project performance by obtaining, providing and interpreting project metrics. * Gathers feedback from client on program results; analyzes feedback and incorporates same into future programs. * Identifies and determines global implications of program parameters and redefines, redesigns or revises as appropriate. * Interfaces with team members, stakeholders and management to anticipate and manage changes to projects, such as technical requirements, business requirements and schedule. * Determines when additional resources are needed and implements same. * Identifies or gathers information regarding possible solutions that may create additional, different or unique project objectives or results. * Participates in discussions regarding project-related decisions and project direction at the executive level. * Participates in proposal efforts and sales calls to ensure product meets client needs and specifications.* Selects, hires and evaluates staff. Prepares and recommends operating and personnel budgets for approval. Requirements:* 10 years of related experience in Integrated Logistics Support supporting DoD customer plus 5 years experience managing three or more functional areas or groups within the DoD Acquisition ILS areas, and bachelor*s degree in related field or equivalent combination of education and experience. * Knowledge of skills and methodologies involved in the development of integrated logistics support products to include use of current DoD tools such as COMPASS, SESAME, POWERLOG and CASA.* Familiar with the Logistics Support Analysis (LSA) process and the interrelationship between LSA elements.* Experience or working knowledge of Cost Account/Control Account Management and Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS).* Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or/and Defense Acquisition University or Army Logistics Management College; Logistics certification/designations a plus.* Knowledge of Six Sigma principles also a plus.* Well developed leadership and team building skills and Exceptional written/oral communication skills.* Familiar with U.S. DOD procurement practices and policies.* Familiar with DoD requirements for different Supportability efforts (Quick Reaction Capability vs. Program of Record, etc.).* Ability to develop a Logistics Support Plan taking into account parameters such as system CONOPS, MTBF, MTTR, Maintainability at O, I, D levels, Life Cycle Cost and Availability requirements.* Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain/maintain a government security clearance.* Must be able to travel up to 25-50% of the time.

Job Title: Global Supply Manager, Mass Storage Company: Apple Location: Cupertino, CA Description: The Global Procurement manager plays a critical role in the overall success of the Apple fulfillment model. Acting as a key interface between Global commodity specialists, WW Materials, strategic suppliers and Apple contract manufacturers. The Procurement manager is responsible for driving all aspects of strategic and tactical elements of the business. Demonstrated Skills Required:• Outstanding analytical capabilities• Strong negotiation skills• Excellent written and oral communication skills• Ability to work cross functionally in a dynamic environment• Demonstrated cross functional leadership• Broad operations/supply chain management experience• High level of personal and professional integrity• Strong work ethic with a high degree of flexibility• Demonstrate ability to drive and deliver strategic business plans and initiatives• Demonstrated Leadership capabilitiesResponsibilities:• Managing the development and implementation of procurement initiatives• Strategic price and contract negotiations• Interfacing with Marketing and Engineering for new product development strategy and implementation, optimizing material selection to maintain lowest cost, predictable availability, and industry leadership in quality• Establish and develop strategic sourcing strategies and supplier relationships• Act as resident expert in assigned commodity • Ensure product availability on a daily basis, managing excellent supplier flexibility while maintaining total lowest cost cradle to grave• Interface with suppliers, contract manufactures, and Apple internal cross-functional teams to ensure flawless execution and support business goals and objectives• Develop and drive team to achieve established goals and objectivesEducation/Experience:•BS/BA degree. MS/ MBA Preferred•7 - 10 years of relevant experience

Job Title: Global Supply Manager, Trackpad Company: Apple Location: Cupertino, CA Description: Apple is looking for a Global Supply Manager with relevant experience inmanaging, sourcing, and manufacturing of touch products.Responsibilities include:• Develops strategic sourcing direction for the commodity. Leads allsupplier sourcing/selection activities and successfully manages the supplierpartnership at a senior level.• Manages the life cycle of products from concept phase to mass productionand end of life• Manages the complete supply chain for each commodity• Implements procurement and inventory strategies, policies, procedures andsystems. • Owns cost negotiations and is responsible for final resolution of allcontractual agreements.• Successfully interacts with cross-functional Engineering partners toensure that supply base partners meet technical requirements andspecifications.• Responsible for ensuring that suppliers execute and deliver from newproduct introduction to high volume manufacturing, and drives end of lifemanagement to eliminate excess and obsolescence.• Leads presentations to senior management teams both internally andexternally.Education/ExperienceBachelor Degree with 5+ years of experience in commodity management,procurement, and materials management.- Experience and knowledge in input devices and enclosures preferred- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast paced/dynamic environment withminimal direction- Strong leadership skills and ability to assume leadership role withcross-functional peers- Strong analytical skills- Knowledge of procurement principles and strong negotiation/contractskills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills- Ability to make decisions quickly and multi-task successfully- Strong project management experience- International travel required

Job Title: Supply Chain Director Company: CORESTAFF Location: El Segundo, CA Description: Title Supply Chain Director Job Category Manufacturing/Production City El Segundo, State CA Location El Segundo, CA Zip Code 90245 Salary Job Type Direct Hire Req Education Date Posted Description ·    You will identify key operational issues, system development and process opportunities and lead a small team of analysts and process managers to design, develop and perform complex analysis to help solve these issues. ·    The team uses quantitative and technical analysis to guide the business on strategic and operational issues.·    You will also play an active role in recommending and implementing ideas to the company including the parent company based in the UK.Requirements ·    We are looking for someone with 3 plus years of relevant industry experience in operations, supply chain, strategy or management consulting.·    Must have 3 years grocery supply chain experience·    You need to be strong with numerical and analytical skills, structured thinking, and have the passion and curiosity to seek out and solve complex problems by using data.·    You will have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead influence and mange others.·    You will need to communicate complex information to a non-technical audience and work with a broad range of employees (including mathematicians, accountants, warehouse managers, programmers and consultants).·    You will also require a strong process engineering and project management background.·    Bachelor's degree in Science, Math, Engineering, or Statistics.Boilerplate Please submit resumes to:  Register to View Number 47326

Job Title: Global Supply Manager: Flex/Connectors Company: Apple Location: Cupertino, CA Description: Commodity/Global Supply Manager- Flex/Connectors (iPod & iPhone)This Commodity Manager will focus on flex and connectors and will play a critical role in the overall success of the Apple fulfillment model. Acting as a key interface between global commodity specialists, WW Materials, strategic suppliers and Apple contract manufacturers. The Commodity Manager is responsible for driving all aspects of strategic and tactical elements of the business.Responsibilities:-Managing the development and implementation of procurement initiatives-Strategic price and contract negotiations-Interfacing with Engineering for new product development strategy and implementation, optimizing material selection to maintain lowest cost, predictable availability, and industry leadership in quality-Establish and develop strategic sourcing strategies and supplier relationships-Act as resident expert in assigned commodity-Ensure product availability on a daily basis, managing excellent supplier flexibility while maintaining total lowest cost cradle to grave-Interface with suppliers, contract manufactures, and Apple internal cross functional teams to ensure flawless execution and support business goals and objectives-Develop and drive team to achieve established goals and objectivesEducation and Experience:Candidate must have a BS/BA degree and minimum of 5 years of supply chain or commodity management experience; MBA a plus; Outstanding analytical capabilities; Strong negotiation skills; Excellent written and oral communication skills; Ability to work cross functionally in a dynamic environment; Demonstrated cross functional leadership; Broad operations/supply chain management experience; High level of personal and professional integrity; Strong work ethic with a high degree of flexibility; Demonstrate ability to drive and deliver strategic business plans and initiatives; Demonstrated leadership capabilities.Technical degree preferred (BSEE / BSME / BSIE, etc)

Job Title: SAP Supply Chain Director Company: Tiva Systems, Inc Location: South San Francisco, CA Description: SAP Supply Chain Director( Local Bay Area Candidates ONLY * No Relo) Provide management leadership and deep functional experience around Product Supply Chain in SAP Global Implementation environment. Responsibilities will span most aspects of SAP and ideally the right candidate will have extensive SAP skills particularly in the Product Supply Chain field, associated with APO, SCM, MM & PP & SD . This will include Product Supply Chain MRP, MPS, Production Planning, Procurement, Forecasting, Replenishment Management.Responsibilities: * In charge of global implementation of SAP Supply Chain Functionality including Demand Planning, Demand Sensing, Transportation, Packaging, Statistical forecasting, Forecast Consolidation, Inventory Management, Capacity Planning, Production Planning (PP) * Work directly with an outsourcing partner and SAP on functional planning, roadmap planning, architecture design etc Minimum qualifications: * 10 Years experience in SAP * Minimum 5-6 years as a director in SAP APO & SCM environment * Minimum 7 years experience in SAP, APO, Demand Sensing, Statistical Forecasting, Capacity planning, MM/PP MUST HAVE * Also must have solid experience in distribution, logistics and manufacturing * Must have managed a functional team and worked with technical teams for implementations and SAP rollouts. * The qualified candidate would have proven experience developing managing projects focused on the improvement and optimization of the supply chain function for large manufacturing and distribution clients. * Strong background in SAP Supply Chain, Logistics and / or Manufacturing. * Specifically, implementation and use of Advance Planning Tools such asSAP's Supply Chain Manager. * Bachelor's Degree in one of the following disciplines: Computer Sciences, Engineering or Business. Keywords: SAP Supply chain director, SAP Product Supply Functional Director, SAP Supply chain Manager, Demand Planning, Demand Sensing, Transportation, Packaging, Statistical forecasting, Forecast Consolidation, Inventory Management, Capacity Planning

Job Title: Vice President of Supply Chain Management Company: The Albrecht Group Location: Los Angeles, CA Description: Our client is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals located in the Los Angeles, CA . They are currently looking for a Vice President, of Supply Chain Management. The VP of Supply Chain Management will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and is responsible for directing the “future state” of the supply chain strategy for the Company. This VP will be responsible for the supply chain operations including procurement (procurement planning, purchasing of direct and indirect spend, integration of sales and operations planning, and strategic sourcing) supply/demand planning, logistics, warehousing, distribution and inventory integration and supplier management. This individual will be accountable for the Company’s spend. The mission is to develop best-in-class supply chain strategies and practices to effectively reap maximum value across the Company with accountability for financial, service, and quality metrics in the supply chain. As a key member of the company’s leadership team, the goal of the VP of Supply Chain Management will be to lower and optimize the Company’s cost structures while increasing service levels to: enhance operating income margins, enable top and bottom line growth and increase shareholder value. REQUIREMENTS:· Undergraduate degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing Management or a related field. MBA strongly preferred.· Experience in purchasing chemicals, solvents, resins, packaging, MRO items, logistics and services. · 15+ years of increasingly progressive supply chain experience with organizations known for the strength of their operational and customer service excellence is required. · Minimum of five (5) yrs in a procurement management role involving strategic sourcing, change management, continuous improvement programs, supplier improvement programs, integrated supply chain management, cost reduction, and organizational reengineering.· Strong MRP systems knowledge required. ERP implementation experience preferred.· APICS (American Production & Inventory Control Society) CIRM (Certified in Integrated Resource Management) is desired.· I SM (Institute for Supply Management) CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) is required. · Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50%) to the company facilities, suppliers and other locations . If interested please submit your resume to Register to View Attn: Bob Albrecht 09309 (BOA-H)) to the company f

Job Title: Global Supply Chain Director - ITAR Experienced Company: FF & C Management Location: San Diego, CA Description: Seeking Supply Chain Operations leader for half billion dollar business to:  support financial business performance to expectations and metrics; oversee supply chain sourcing, planning, and procurement; coordinate with manufacturing and quality process engineering for new, sustaining, and end of life products; introduce new products into outsourced manufacturing; develop and implement cost control and reductions; coach and train staff for department; develop and implement Strategic and Tactical business process changes and improvements; participate in new product launches; integrate Six Sigma improvement processes and tools throughout entire planning and order execution functions; optimize manufacturing site inventories.Must have experience with Department of Defense and Government manufacturing including outsourcing as well as ITAR regulations.Enjoy the career path opportunities that only a growing $billion ++ company can provide while earning a top salary plus bonuses, and full company paid benefits – Medical, dental and a vision plan, prescription drug plan, flexible spending account, short and long-term disability coverage, 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar company match, discount stock purchase plan, tuition assistance, employee assistance program, life and accidental death & disability insurance, and company sponsored and paid “certification” training programs.For complete details contact James A Lockley, LT USN (Ret) at Register to View ext 278Or submit resume online at:http://dmc9.com/jal/app.asp  Or email to Register to View Register to View ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, handicap, disability or marital status. We reasonably accommodate individuals with handicaps, disabilities and bona fide religious beliefs. Jobs Career Position Hiring. We will make every effort to consider applications for all available positions and shall use one or more of the contact methods and addresses indicated in resume or online application. Indicated location may be proximate or may be desirable point of embarkation for paid relocation to another venue.  CONSIDERED EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: Subcontracts Manager Subcontracts Director Subcontracts Administrator Contracts Administrator Procurement Manager Purchasing Contract Negotiation Negotiator ITAR FAR DFAR Supply Chain Manager Supply Chain Management VP Contracts Program Management Manager Supply Chain North American Job Bank www.najobbank.comIf you submit an application or resume, which contains your email address, we will use that email address to communicate with you about this and other positions. We use an email quality control service to maintain security and a remove and dead address filter. To cancel receiving email communications, simply send an email from your address with the word "remove" in the subject line to Register to View If you have further concern regarding email received from us, call Register to View . We will be glad to have a real human being contact you upon request.Please refer to job code 3779 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Director, Logistics (Freight) Company: EFI Location: Foster City, CA Description: Director, Logistics (Freight) Job ID: 2100Division: EFILocation: Foster City, CATravel Involved: 20-30%Job Type: EmployeeJob Level: 10-15 Years ExperienceEducation: Category: ManufacturingCompensation: Not SpecifiedDirector, Logistics (Freight)Plans and implements all aspects of the world-wide corporate freight function. Provides cost effective, efficient, and traceable movement of company products both in-bound and out-bound. Develops, implements, and maintains policies and systems relating to monitoring costs and efficiencies of freight. Analyzes transportation and freight costs and recommends appropriate routing and carriers to be used. Ensures that the company is maximizing customer service for the lowest transportation cost which satisfies both customer and company needs. Directs the activities of regional EFI personnel who work closely with vendors, customers, and carriers to coordinate any problems such as misdirected and/or damaged goods. Responsibilities:* Establishes strategic direction and objectives for logistics/freight* Investigate and implement the most cost effective dispatch of each shipment in accordance with the customer’s’ instructions* Develop and utilize reports on logistics/freight information from in-house database systems* Maintain customer relationships and work with various outside vendors* Liaise with transport companies to ensure reliable distribution of collections and deliveries.* Negotiate cost effective practices and agreements with authorized sub-contractors* Manage the necessary documentation for the efficient, cost effective, and lawful execution of all freight movements* Work closely with Import/Export compliance department to ensure freight movement and compliance efforts are coordinated* Provide information necessary for maintaining freight insurance and filing cargo claims when required* Manage the freight payables function, including analysis and recording of costs in conjunction with financeEducation and Experience * BA/BS degree in Business Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or related field* Minimum 10 years working in freight, logistics, and supply chain industry, including ocean/air/truck international freight experience* Knowledge of freight forwarding, carrier contract negotiations, TSA, Dept of Homeland Security regulations, C-TPAT certification, and all related documentation* Must have experience in selecting and managing 3PL warehouse facilities* Experience with SAP highly preferred* Experience in movement of capital equipment and/or consumables a plusKnowledge/Competencies/Skills * Flexibility and diplomacy when handling conflicts between the company and the customer.* Must have strong analytical, communication, and problem solving skills* Results oriented. Consistently delivers on commitments, takes initiative, takes responsibility, has a sense of urgency* Ability to execute multiple tasks at once as defined or directed by management and mobilizes the right people to address them* Identifies opportunities for improvement* Decides and takes action by applying intuition, experience, and judgment to the data available* Demonstrates adaptability and resilience in response to changing work environment and demands* Can create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans* Can maneuver through complex political situations effectively and is sensitive to how people and organizations function. Views corporate politics as a necessary part of organizational life and works to adjust to that reality.* Can negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups and can settle differences with minimal conflict* Effectively sets goals and priorities and indicates necessary actions to deliver on those goals* Contributes to a joint result, even if the persons involved are not direct reports* Takes initiative and has ability to function independently

Job Title: VP Supply Chain - DOD Supplier Company: FF & C Management Location: San Diego, CA Description: Oversee end-to-end sustainable supply chain strategy capable of delivering short, medium and long term operating cost, working capital and service improvements and an optimum supply chain operating model while collaborating with Senior Leadership to leverage vendors, customers and suppliers.Shall:***  Implement effective cost control and loss prevention throughout the Supply Chain.***  Identify and develop high quality,low cost material, tooling, and capital equipment suppliers.***  Develop and manage subcontract policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards***  Manage subcontract performance, compliance and legal issues.***  Lead and improve Logistics and Transportation functions to improve inventory and delivery performance.***  Continually evaluate partner performance including production capacity, cost control, efficiency, quality, reliability and on-time delivery.***  Breaking norms, invent new models, and generating ideas. ***  Continually identifying situations, opportunities, issues, market and economic conditions, contract expirations, etc., and plan actions to realize cost reductions and process improvements. This is your chance to join a top Defense company growing at a rapid rate. Incredible career growth opportunities because we promote from within and groom for executive management. Benefits include bonuses, stock options, 401(k), Major Med, Prescription, and more. We are prepared to relocate individuals from your location.For complete details contact James A Lockley, LT USN (Ret) at Register to View ext 278Or submit resume online at:http://dmc9.com/jal/app.asp  Or email to Register to View Register to View ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER and our employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, handicap, disability or marital status. We reasonably accommodate individuals with handicaps, disabilities and bona fide religious beliefs. Jobs Career Position Hiring. We will make every effort to consider applications for all available positions and shall use one or more of the contact methods and addresses indicated in resume or online application. Indicated location may be proximate or may be desirable point of embarkation for paid relocation to another venue.  CONSIDERED EXPERIENCE INCLUDES: Subcontracts Manager Subcontracts Director Subcontracts Administrator Contracts Administrator Procurement Manager Purchasing Contract Negotiation Negotiator ITAR FAR DFAR Supply Chain Manager Supply Chain Management VP Contracts Program Management Manager Supply Chain North American Job Bank www.najobbank.comIf you submit an application or resume, which contains your email address, we will use that email address to communicate with you about this and other positions. We use an email quality control service to maintain security and a remove and dead address filter. To cancel receiving email communications, simply send an email from your address with the word "remove" in the subject line to Register to View If you have further concern regarding email received from us, call Register to View . We will be glad to have a real human being contact you upon request.Please refer to job code 3780 when responding to this ad.