Job Description

Prysmian is the world leader in the energy and telecom cable systems industry. Each year Prysmian manufacturers thousands of miles of underground and submarine cables and systems for power transmission and distribution, as well as medium low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure sectors. We also produce a comprehensive range of optical fibers, copper cables and connectivity for voice, video, and data transmission for the telecommunication sector.

We are 30,000 employees, across 50+ countries. Everyone at Prysmian has the potential to make their mark; because whatever you do, wherever you are based, you will be part of a company that is helping transform the world around us. Make Your Mark at Prysmian!

Reporting to the NA Digital Solutions Supply Chain Manager, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of the supply chain for the Jackson, Tennessee facility. Supply Chain team responsibilities include raw material planning and releases; master and finite scheduling of production activities; warehousing, inventory control, transportation, and distribution of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods supporting the manufacturing of Optical cables. The plant operates 24 hours a day, 7 days per week. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Procurement, Finance, and Commercial teams to drive operational excellence and align with our S&OP strategy.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Production, Demand Planning & Inventory Management:

• Lead the Supply Chain team with a focus on safety, performance, and fostering a positive work environment.
• Adopt, implement, and standardize planning, scheduling, and inventory processes using SAP, Fiori & Maestro systems.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain Process and Local IT teams to implement and enhance demand planning and capacity utilization tools.
• Oversee Jackson plant logistics to develop and execute production schedules that align with customer demand, bottleneck management and flow best practices, and working capital goals (e.g., DIO and slow-moving inventory).
• Supervise the Production Planning and Scheduling Team with responsibilities including Master Scheduling, Production Planning / Coordination, Shop Floor Scheduling and Materials Planning (Materials demand vs availability, Safety Stock control)
• Manage raw material procurement and supplier performance tracking in coordination with Corporate Procurement.
• Supervise the Distribution Center Lead overseeing warehousing, inventory control, transportation, supplier management, and customer service.
• Work with Corporate Supply Chain Management on forecasting, production planning and required schedule changes as needed based on customer demand and business requirements.
• Partner with Commercial teams to ensure order fulfillment and meet On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets.
• Coordinate monthly stock takes of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods, including weekend activities during month-end inventory at Jackson facility.
• Ensure all operating goals are met, including cost, safety, schedule conformance, shipping accuracy, inventory accuracy, supply levels, customer service (OTD), employee productivity, inventory levels etc.
• Support logistics documentation and SAP transactions (e.g., Production Orders, Stock Transfers, Purchase Requisitions, GRs

Process Improvement & Cost Optimization:

• Identify and implement automation and digital transformation opportunities within supply chain operations.
• Drive supply chain strategies to reduce lead times and improve operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with HSE, Quality, Engineering, and Production to promote safety, maximize output, minimize WIP, and reduce scrap.
• Develop inventory control strategies across all production and distribution stages.
• Manage aged inventory and drive reduction strategies.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and Just-in-Time (JIT) principles to reduce waste and improve efficiency.
• Support the development of Continuous Improvement tools and processes to enhance business efficiency and accelerate performance.

Compliance & Risk Management:

• Ensure all supply chain activities adhere to industry standards, environmental regulations, and safety protocols.
• Develop and execute risk mitigation strategies for supply disruptions and raw material price volatility.
• Participate in the plant’s Steering Committee and support strategic decision-making.
• Minimum Travel Requirements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, Engineering, or related field (master’s preferred).
• 3 - 5 or more years of supply chain, warehousing, or distribution experience, preferably in wire and cable manufacturing or a related industrial environment.
• 3 or more years managing multifunctional teams.
• Materials planning and scheduling experience, preferably in cable manufacturing environment/ metallurgy.
• Experience with ERP systems (experience with SAP a definite plus).
• Strong understanding of raw material sourcing (metals, polymers, insulation materials) and manufacturing processes.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.
• Strong negotiation and decision-making capabilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and collaborate across functions.
• APICS and Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
• Be able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and prioritize duties to meet deadlines daily with limited supervision.

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