Executive Vice President Supply Chain Operations - #248181

Klein Tools is a dynamic, fast-paced and results driven company dedicated to launching hundreds of innovative products each year. Are you ready to make an impact?

Perks for you include:

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance
  
  

The Executive Vice President, Operations is responsible for leading SIOP, global and domestic logistics, distribution, procurement and sourcing. This position is responsible for driving productivity, delivery (including demand planning), working capital optimization, and the support of quality initiatives.

• Responsible for the success and alignment of all supply chain and logistics, including procurement, sourcing, inventory management, and distribution with the rest of the organization.
• Formulate and execute strategic plans for continuous improvement in cost reduction and material planning and control while ensuring the long-term viability and sustainability of the supply chain network.
• Develop sourcing strategies and processes to enable extended coverage for evolving new product demands.
• Lead SIOP to optimize inventory planning, ensure supplier diversification and align with business goals.
• Lead cross-departmental collaboration in product planning to ensure seamless product flow and timely delivery, leveraging strong leadership skills to gain buy in.
• Must possess strong negotiations skills to create and manage healthy supplier relationships and ensure the company attains the best possible value for finished goods, components, and materials.
• Navigate and resolve complex logistics challenges, making data-driven decisions to achieve business objectives.
• Strategically manage and forecast demand across a diverse range of SKUs, catering to a highly varied customer base with rapidly changing needs.
• Build and maintain a world-class supply chain operations team aligned with the current and future needs of the company, integrating industry best practices while ensuring tribal knowledge is maintained.
• Create succession plans for top talent to ensure the long-term success of the organization. Provide coaching and mentorship to develop strong future leaders for the business.
• Execute additional duties as required.
  
  

Qualifications:

Experience driving and overseeing Supply Chain, SIOP and Distribution operations. Experience leading a high-performing team within a dynamic growth environment.

Travel Requirements

10% (3 days per month)

Your main focus:

• Quality
• Customer Obsession
• Innovation
• Ownership
• Teamwork
  
  

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. For candidates with disabilities and needing assistance, please email us at [email protected].