QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred)
• Strong background in process optimization, automation, and industrial engineering principles
• Expertise in supply chain management, network infrastructure, and fiber optic materials
• Knowledge of ERP/MES systems, AI-driven demand forecasting, and logistics software
• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, and strategic thinking skills

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience with automation and AI-driven solutions for fiber optic supply chains
• Familiarity with telecom industry standards and network infrastructure deployment logistics
• Certification in Supply Chain Management, Lean Six Sigma, or Project Management

• Ownership of advanced planning tools and solutions for optical fiber and cable MAP (market access platform)
• Lead, design and implement next generation tools for optical fiber and cable Advanced Planning and Scheduling (Kinaxis APS) solution. Including:
• Finalize appropriations request
• Build APS team to work in conjunction with IT, MFG to deliver on solutions
• Build network architecture plan to support collaboration with manufacturing to enable real time scheduling shifts that optimize output
• Automate the planning functions with OFC control tower
• AI scenario planning to quickly guide manufacturing with optimum solution paths: Rapid, impact-driven decisions on GM, revenue, cash, and service
• Customer signal visibility across horizontal & vertical layers for execution, capacity planning
• Create and maintain linkages to OCS business unit
• Training and solution rollout
• Optimize SIOP demand processes with SIOP section leads using new APS tools
• Implement automation solutions to streamline operations and minimize costs across the globe
• Leverage data analytics and AI-driven forecasting to optimize inventory and demand planning for fiber optic components
• Ensure manufacturing data such as standard hours, BOMs, routers and TAU are accurate, up to date and have a robust review strategy
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in fiber optics supply chain processes
• Collaborate with key leadership stakeholders in tollgate reviews
• Special projects as defined by SC leadership