Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for optimizing supply chain operations? We're seeking a Director of Supply Chain Management to oversee the procurement of materials and supplies for our dynamic multisite printing and fabrication business. In this role, you'll be responsible for sourcing key materials, managing vendor relationships, and driving process improvements to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality supply across our printing and fabrication operations. You'll also lead and develop a team of purchasing professionals, helping them grow while ensuring business continuity and excellence. If you're ready to make an impact and lead a high-performing team, we want to hear from you!
A variety of these traits will help land you this job:
- highly proficient with a large variety of advanced tools and equipment.
- prioritizes quickly and easily to meet tight deadlines.
- highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
- high mechanical aptitude, required.
- proficient PC skills using MS Windows, required.
- proficient working with computer aided design and drafting tools.
- proficient with multiple programs to organize projects to meet deadlines.
- proficient working with wood, laminates, veneers, solid plastics, adhesives, and many fasteners.
- must be able to read and interpret engineering, production, and shop drawings.
On top of that you must have:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) are a plus.
- 10+ years of experience in supply chain management, purchasing, or procurement in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
- Proven experience managing 20+ suppliers, including contract negotiation, supplier quality assurance, and vendor performance management.
- Demonstrated experience leading teams and implementing supply chain strategies that align with business goals.
In this position, you will:
- Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and service-level agreements with suppliers to ensure competitive rates while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and manage strong relationships with key vendors to ensure timely deliveries and responsiveness to changing supply needs.
- Team Leadership: Lead and mentor the supply chain and purchasing team, ensuring alignment with company goals and fostering a high-performance culture.
- Risk & Crisis Management: Proactively manage supply risks by identifying potential disruptions, creating contingency plans, and resolving material crises.
- Supply Chain Optimization: Continuously improve purchasing processes to enhance cost-effectiveness, streamline operations, and drive efficiencies.
- Compliance & Sustainability: Ensure adherence to environmental regulations, sustainability initiatives, and supply chain transparency.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with product, finance, and operations teams to forecast demand, plan inventory, and align procurement strategies with business objectives.
- Performs miscellaneous tasks and projects as requested by management.
To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:
- able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
- willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
- fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
- trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
- enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
- adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done
TBG Overview:
- We're a 900-person visual merchandising company
- We are 100% employee-owned
- We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
- This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN 55317
The Art of Teams at TBG:
We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.
If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG team, please complete the form on this page.
Thanks!
The Bernard Group, Inc.
