Architectural Systems Logistics Manager Job

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Primary location: San Rafael, California 
Relocation offered: No 
Employment status: Full-Time 
Travel: <10% 
Non-compete: No 

The estimated base salary range for this role is $100,000 to $130,000 per year.  
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

​What does it mean to work at BŌK Modern, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

Standard benefit package offerings: medical, dental, prescription drugs, life insurance
Vacation and sick time

The Company: Our Client, BŌK Modern, is a cutting-edge architectural metal systems company located in downtown San Rafael, CA. They specialize in ultra-modern architectural metal systems, including balcony and stair guardrails, wall screens, canopies, and fencing. Collaborating with renowned architecture firms, you'll be at the forefront of innovation in the industry. You will be participating in a wide variety of national and international landmark projects. Their projects are primarily for the multi-residential, educational, and commercial construction industries.

The Role: Reporting to the AS Senior Project Manager, the Architectural Systems Logistics Manager oversees the day-to-day supply chain & logistics activities of a team of Architectural Specialties (AS) Project Coordinators. The incumbent works closely with the Project Management Team and multiple vendors to manage workflow of quotes, purchase orders, and order entry. This role coordinates a range of related business and administrative efforts through both internal and external channels to ensure highly effective, organized and on-time delivery for our projects.

What in it for you!

• Partner with architects and vendors in a design-forward environment.
• Shape and improve processes that impact national and international landmark builds.
• Join a culture that blends creativity with technical mastery.

What You’ll Do

• Accountable for providing leadership for all supply chain related functions including order management, work prep, and purchasing to achieve a high level of business performance.
• Develop business relationships by establishing trust and partnerships with selected suppliers, including contract manufacturers, packagers, and internal AWI manufacturing locations.
• Establish lead times, inventory strategies, and all other aspects of supply chain required to achieve project objectives. Communicate this information to necessary internal stakeholders.
• Define default locations of internal sourcing and strategy for ‘who makes what’ based on capacity and capability. Track and support capacity planning.
• Manage the preparation of all supply chain data and activities. Develop standard metrics for quality, service, logistics, raw material management, etc.
• Support, as required, all procurement/supply chain, production planning or quality related activities for the business.
• Develop and implement supply chain related policies, procedures, systems, and training.
• Recommend preferred product sourcing strategies and supplies models while negotiating with suppliers regarding service levels, quality, price, and ensuring product safety.
• Recommend preferred Supply Models for all product introductions including accessories and samples.
• Act as the focal point of all communications between project teams and our suppliers.
• Lead efforts on Requests for Info/Proposal/Quotation overseeing quoting and purchase orders for multiple vendors
• Develop and communicate cost models and ranges for project teams.
• Work closely with Bok leadership on supply agreements and their negotiation and renewals.
• Identifiy and implement process improvement opportunities.
• Open new jobs in BuilderTrend & PDM.
• Send color chips for approval.
• Ensure smooth and proper flow of manufacturing components and delivery of products on time.
• Coordinate weekly schedule of multiple projects from fabrication to delivery with multiple vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Communicate tracking information to customers once project has shipped.
• Work with Architectural Specialties Project Managers to provide problem resolution. Provide verbal and written reports with issues, implications, and potential courses of action, as required.
• Facilitate strong internal team working relationships, general industry knowledge and growing technical knowledge.
• Manage, mentor, and recognize Sales Administrators, AS Project Coordinators, creating a high-performance, innovative, collaborative, and continuous learning culture.
• Train, along with Sales Manager, all new hires, and all new and existing Sales Representatives for their territories.

What will make you successful

• Prior experience in supervising a customer service team preferred. 
• Prior experience working for a building materials company preferred. 
• Strong time management and organizational skills. Must be able to provide structure, be proactive, navigate ambiguity, be flexible to change, manage reps, and hold others accountable.
• Analytical thinker with the ability to build and execute innovative processes, combined with the tactical ability to execute simultaneously against multiple competing priorities.
• Able to lead cross functional teams and extract the best from each team member.
• Ability to network with key contacts outside their own area of expertise and create formal networks with key decision makers.
• Exceptional communication, active listening, critical thinking, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office packages.
• Familiarity working with cloud-based CRM system and/or Builder Trend preferred.

Qualifications:

• BA/BS degree in business, communication, project management, or related field. 
• 5+ years of work experience in supply chain, vendor management, sales process improvement, delivery logistics and/or customer service role required (customer service back-end supply/logistics preferred) 

Benefits/Perks:

Enjoy 100% paid medical and dental insurance, vacation and sick time/PTO, and standard paid holidays

Why should you join BŌK Modern., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

BŌK Modern is an architectural metal systems company based in San Rafael, operated by architects and industrial/product designers. We specialize in ultra-modern architectural metal systems for balcony guardrails, stair guardrails, wall screens, canopies and fencing among multiple other solutions. You will be participating in a wide variety of national and international landmark projects. Our projects are primarily for the multi-residential, educational, and commercial construction industries.

Our products are contemporary and cutting edge. We are looking for someone who is interested in being part of a fast-growing company that is set to become a leader in the architectural metal industry. Our clients are architects, interior designers, and major construction companies nationwide.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable ceiling solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:
•    Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce;
•    Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet;
•    Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
•    Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
•    Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact.

About the location (San Rafael, CA)
San Rafael is a city located in the North Bay region of San Francisco Bay Area. San Rafael is at the center of things. The oldest, largest, and most culturally diverse city in Marin also enjoys the best weather. San Rafael is a lively business cultural center located in an area of natural beauty. It is a lively blend of Victorian buildings, restaurants, coffee shops, unique retailers-from books and furniture to clothing, art, jewelry, and collectibles.  Downtown features year-round Art films and festivals.  San Rafael is a place where culture, business, and fun coexist, and thanks to its central setting, natural beauty is never far away.

BŌK Modern, a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination and harassment on the applicable prohibited grounds under applicable human rights legislation, where individuals are treated with respect, have equal opportunities in accordance with applicable human rights legislation, and can contribute meaningfully in the workplace once employed.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!