Sr. Supply Chain Specialist

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Position Summary

The Senior Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end supply planning and execution across a multi-site manufacturing network in the U.S. and Mexico. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and business strategy for key revenue-generating product lines.

This position plays a critical role in driving service excellence, optimizing inventory and working capital, and improving supply chain responsiveness in a highly engineered, make-to-stock and make-to-order industrial environment.

The Sr. Manager serves as a key decision-maker and strategic partner across Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, and Finance teams, while leading the S&OP (Sales & Operations Planning) process and enabling data-driven decision making.

What You'll Do

1. End-to-End Supply Chain Leadership

• Own the end-to-end supply plan for assigned product lines across a multi-site manufacturing network
• Balance service, cost, and inventory to support customer commitments and business performance
• Translate business and commercial strategies into actionable supply chain plans

2. SIOP / Integrated Business Planning (IBP) Leadership

• Lead the monthly SIOP process for assigned value streams, aligning demand, supply, and financial objectives
• Facilitate cross-functional consensus across Commercial, Manufacturing, and Finance teams
• Present supply scenarios, risks, and recommendations to senior leadership
• Drive a rolling 12-18 month supply and inventory plan aligned to business priorities

3. Network Planning & Optimization

• Optimize production planning and inventory positioning across U.S. and Mexico manufacturing sites
• Identify and resolve constraints (capacity, materials, labor, supplier limitations)
• Drive improvements in inventory turns, service levels, and network efficiency
• Evaluate and execute what-if scenarios to support strategic and tactical decisions

4. Service & Execution Excellence

• Ensure best-in-class customer service levels (OTTR / Fill Rate)
• Provide proactive visibility and communication of supply risks, backlogs, and recovery plans
• Drive alignment between production execution and SIOP plans
• Act as escalation point for supply disruptions with urgency and accountability

5. Inventory & Working Capital Management

• Own inventory strategies across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
• Optimize working capital while protecting customer service
• Establish inventory targets aligned with business segment requirements and variability

6. Data-Driven Decision Making & Digital Enablement

• Leverage Oracle, and APCC tools to drive planning accuracy and visibility
• Utilize advanced analytics and scenario modeling to support decision-making
• Champion improvements in planning processes, master data integrity, and system adoption
• Drive continuous improvement and automation within the planning function

7. Cross-Functional Leadership & Influence

• Serve as the primary liaison between Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Commercial, Customer Service, and Finance
• Influence decision-making across functions to balance service, cost, and operational feasibility
• Build strong partnerships with plant leadership and commercial teams

8. Team Leadership & Development

• Provide leadership and oversight to an indirect network of planners across multiple sites
• Coach and develop planning teams to improve capabilities and consistency
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement

Requirements and Preferred Skills

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of progressive experience in supply planning, production planning, or S&OP leadership
• Experience working across multiple manufacturing sites
• Strong ERP experience (Oracle, SAP, or equivalent)
• Advanced Excel and analytical skills
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence decision-making
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills in complex, constrained environments
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to travel up to 25%
• Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in industrial manufacturing or engineered products environment
• Deep knowledge of Oracle / APCC planning systems
• Experience managing capacity-constrained supply environments
• MBA or advanced degree
• Lean / Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt) certification
• Experience with SQL, data analytics, or supply chain digital tools
• Exposure to end-to-end supply chain functions (planning, logistics, manufacturing)

PAY & BENEFITS

1. Full-Time
2. Salary Range: $123,500 - $150,000
3. Bonus Eligible
4. Remote
5. Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
6. Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
7. 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
8. Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.


For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.