Deputy Chief of Supply Chain Strategy

Description JOB TITLE: Deputy Chief of Supply Chain Strategy Dept/Div Procurement Supervisor Chief Procurement Officer WORK LOCATION: 2 Broadway, New York, NY 10004 Hours Of Work 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (7.5 hours/day, or as required) FULL/PART-TIME FULL Salary Range $200,000 - $233,986 Deadline Until filled This position is eligible for telework which is currently one day per week. New hires are eligible to apply 30 days after their effective date of hire. Opening The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities. Approved AI Disclosure Language AI-Enabled Recruiting Tools The MTA may use AI-enabled recruiting tools as part of the recruiting process for this position. Jobvite Talent Fit, an Automated Employment Decision Tool (AEDT), uses artificial intelligence to compare information in your resume and application materials against the qualifications, skills, experience, and requirements identified in this job posting to assist recruiters in evaluating candidate qualifications. Jobvite Auto Talent Rediscovery is an AI-enabled sourcing tool that evaluates previously submitted candidate profiles and application materials maintained within the MTA's Jobvite recruiting system to identify individuals whose qualifications may align with current job opportunities and who may be considered for outreach and invitation to apply. These tools assist recruiters and do not make employment decisions. All employment decisions include independent human review. Additional information about Talent Fit and the applicable bias audit is available at Talent Fit Bias Audit Summary. You may opt out of AI-assisted evaluation by submitting a request to TalentAcquisitionAISupport@mtahq.org . Job Summary The Deputy Chief of Supply Chain Strategy will devise strategy, build frameworks, structure solutions, and drive results for the MTA Supply Chain. The selected candidate will be responsible for collaborating with key stakeholders to develop supply chain strategies with a key focus on implementing a category management approach. The role will initiate and manage projects to reduce overall procurement costs by streamlining supply chain functions and automating processes. The selected candidate will be expected to deliver tangible, bottom-line results, such as process efficiencies and cost reductions that will be measured through the development of strategic supply chain KPIs. Additional functions may be added as the position develops. Responsibilities Select, develop, and motivate personnel within the department. Provide career development for subordinates. Provide prompt and effective coaching and counseling. Responsible for discipline/termination of employees when necessary. Review performance of staff. Create a professional environment that respects individual differences and enables all employees to developand contribute to their full potential. Coaches direct reports to lead cross-functional teams using spend data analytics, market research, benchmarks, and cost modeling to identify and leverage high-value opportunities that deliver innovative and sustainable value, operational efficiencies, and risk mitigation to the business Active and visible change agent that develops employees and creates a climate of continuous improvement, high engagement, motivation, flexibility and agility. Develop long-term category/department business plan strategies and roadmapsto assist Category Managers Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to develop metrics and KPIs across the supply chain Ensures team has …

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