CMS Supply Chain Manager

As the Supply Chain Manager of PPG Aerospace's business in the U.S. and Canada (USCA) Application Support Center (ASC) Network you will develop the strategies for efficient on-time delivery of products that consistently meet customer requirements. This will include ensuring timely and accurate response to customers' orders by providing the required information, schedules, materials and accurate systems to the ASC and Chemical Management Services (CMS) teams. This is a leadership position that will drive improvement initiatives and requires a thorough knowledge of company operations, sales environment, and cost structures.Key ResponsibilitiesCreate the policies, procedures, and systems required to meet USCA ASC network objectives and to ensure continuous improvement in all material management and supply chain planning areas.Develop and lead a team of highly engaged supply chain professionals consisting of material planners, schedulers, analysts and inventory managers.Implement the strategies required to sustain optimized inventory levels that achieves the company's DOH goals and supports a high customer service level.Drive continuous improvement initiatives including Kaizen events to ensure that we effective and efficient supply chain processes.Collaborate with Production Leadership to ensure operational excellence across all value streams.Have expert understanding of MRP concepts and lean pull systems to optimize planning approaches for efficient manufacturing.Oversee the management of 3rd party material purchase orders to ensure material availability needed for all manufacturing requirements.Identify current and potential inventory shortages and develop and implement appropriate recovery plans to minimize production disruptions.Maintain and monitor key performance indicators including on-time delivery, past due dollars, manufacturing trends and inventory metrics.Maintain all key system planning parameters including lead times and safety stocks to ensure accurate MRP planning signals.Leads and drives critical review meetings including sales projections status and cross-functional improvement initiatives.Interacts and influences both internal and external teams from the executive to the individual contributor to establish and implement USCA ASC network material strategies.QualificationsOnly US Citizens, Green card holders, political asylees, or refugees are eligible to apply.Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Operations.5+ years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or managerial role within Supply Chain, Category Management, Operations, or a related role preferred.Understanding of sophisticated reporting tools, Excel, BI reports, and driving critical metrics.Expert understanding of MRP calculations and planning parametersStrong knowledge of Kanban and visual pull-systemsAbility to travel up to 50%The base salary range for this position is $110,000-$120,000, with a possibility of an annual bonus up to 10% of base salary. PPG offers comprehensive benefits such as Health, Dental, Life, Retirement Plan, Paid Vacation & Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Disability/Leave, and other Voluntary benefit offerings. Actual benefit offerings confirmed at the time of hire.How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.About us:PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLDThrough leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit and follow @PPG on X. The PPG Way 2030 We are customer championsProactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. We act with purpose and speedAgile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.We are excellent operatorsProductive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers. We compete to winFuture-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. We are PPG proudStrong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to. PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents. Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.Job SummaryJob number: JR2610078Profession: Supply Chain & Warehouse