Senior Supply Chain Manager

Senior Supply Chain Manager Location: St. Charles Position Summary We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations, spanning procurement, transportation, and production planning across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cost reduction, network optimization, and leveraging WMS/TMS/OMS technologies to drive efficiency. This role involves both high‑level strategic planning and hands‑on operational management to ensure optimal inventory levels and on-time delivery. Key Responsibilities Procurement & Sourcing Negotiate procurement contracts: Lead complex negotiations for raw materials and indirect spend to secure favorable terms, pricing, and quality. Conduct RFPs: Manage the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) process, from supplier selection to contract award, ensuring competitive bidding and alignment with business goals. Increase supplier pool: Develop and execute strategies to diversify and expand the supplier base, mitigating risk and ensuring supply continuity. Sourcing Work: Manage both long‑term strategic sourcing initiatives and short‑term operational sourcing needs. Logistics & Transportation Execute network footprint analysis: Analyze and optimize the distribution network (warehouses, 3PLs) to reduce costs and improve service levels. Coordinate efficient truck routes: Oversee transportation planning to optimize routing for LTL, TL, and dedicated fleets, reducing transit times and logistics costs. Manage transportation spend: Monitor, analyze, and control freight expenditures to achieve significant cost savings. Operational Planning & Performance Production planning expertise: Develop Master Production Schedules (MPS) and inventory strategies to meet demand while optimizing resource utilization. Supplier management: Drive performance improvements through KPIs, scorecarding, and quarterly business reviews with key suppliers. Cost savings initiatives: Proactively identify and execute cost reduction and avoidance programs across the supply chain. Manage KPIs: Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, delivery, and inventory accuracy to ensure business goals are met. Systems & Communication Manage WMS/TMS/OMS integrations: Oversee the implementation and optimization of Warehouse Management (WMS), Transportation Management (TMS), and Order Management Systems (OMS). Communication to management: Provide regular, comprehensive updates to executive management regarding supply chain performance, risks, and strategic initiatives. Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or a related field. Experience: 10–15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or end‑to‑end supply chain management. Technical Skills: Deep proficiency in ERP systems and WMS/TMS/OMS platforms. Leadership: Demonstrated experience leading teams in a multi‑site, matrixed environment. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical capabilities to perform network analysis, cost modeling, and demand forecasting. #J-18808-Ljbffr