Supply Chain Manager

Company Description Beacon MedTech Solutions is a contract manufacturing partner specializing in complex manufacturing challenges from design for manufacturability through assembly. The company supports customers in Medical, Bio-Pharma, Life Sciences, Aerospace, Defense, and Technology with precision components and technology-focused solutions. Operating from a 110,000-square-foot, ISO 13485:2016 and ISO 9001:2015-certified, ITAR-registered facility, Beacon MedTech Solutions offers advanced manufacturing technologies for thermoplastic, thermoset, and liquid silicone rubber (LSR) products. Its single-source model provides engineering, testing and validation, molding, complex assembly, vertical supply chain management, and quality assurance to help customers accelerate growth. As part of Beacon Manufacturing Group, the organization brings together engineering, manufacturing, and quality experts dedicated to exceeding stringent industry standards. Role Description The Supply Chain Manager role is a full-time, on-site position based in Leominster, MA. Position Summary The Manager of Planning & Supply Chain is responsible for overseeing the forecasting, planning, and supply chain functions for the organization. The Manager shall utilize the IQMS/DELMIA Works ERP to optimize scheduling and planning efficiency, supply chain and vendor management, and inventory controls in support of on-time delivery performance and meeting organizational and customer expectations. This role plays a critical part in integrating demand planning, material requirements planning (MRP), and finite scheduling to support the company’s plastic injection molding, machining, and assembly operations. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of manufacturing operations, strong analytical skills, and experience in enterprise resource planning (ERP) implementation and continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Functions / Responsibilities 1. Customer Service Oversee/manage Customer Service functions to achieve customer satisfaction and service excellence, and ensure that customer issues and expectations are communicated to key organizational stakeholders and that issues and opportunities are addressed and resolved in a timely manner Utilize the IQMS Forecasting Module to generate demand projections based on sales trends, customer commitments, and historical usage. Ensure forecasted work orders are properly consumed by actual sales orders to prevent overproduction. Collaborate with Sales, Customer Service and Operations to improve forecast accuracy and responsiveness. Track and analyze forecast vs. actual demand performance, refining models to optimize material and labor planning. 2. Inventory & Materials Management Ensure finished goods and raw material inventory levels align with demand forecasts and production schedules. Execute a weekly cycle count program to ensure inventory accuracy and that counts in the IQMS system align to actual on hand counts; investigate root cause of variances and implement corrective/preventive actions. Manage Purchasing and Supply Chain functions to proactively manage raw material requirements; ensure alignment between customer requirements and vendor lead times. Establish and maintain safety stock, reorder points, and lot-sizing strategies to reduce shortages and excess inventory. Review and refine BOM structures and routing accuracy for optimized scheduling and planning. Oversee/manage shipping, receiving, logistics, and purchasing functions to meet operational metrics. 3. Capacity & Constraint Management Develop capacity planning models to balance machine and labor utilization. Identify and address bottlenecks, using Rough Cut Capacity Planning (RCCP) and Whiteboard Capacity Planning within IQMS. 4. Continuous Improvement & Analytics Define key planning and scheduling performance metrics, including On-Time In Full (OTIF) %, Schedule Adherence, and Lead Time Reduction. Collaborate with IT and ERP specialists, and Operations stakeholders to enhance scheduling automation, reporting dashboards, and data analytics. Implement Vendor Scorecards and key performance metrics for critical suppliers; to include quality performance, OTD, lead time, and cost performance. All other projects/teams/duties as assigned. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of MRP, capacity planning, and finite scheduling principles. Proficiency in Excel, Power BI, and ERP reporting tools for data analysis and forecasting. Familiarity with RCCP, Rough Cut Capacity Planning, and Constraint-Based Scheduling. Certifications (Preferred): APICS CPIM (Certified in Production and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional). Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt is a plus. Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills, working with Operations, Sales, and Quality teams. Ability to lead process improvements, drive change management, and train teams on best practices in purchasing/supply chain, inventory controls, planning and scheduling. Strong Customer Service focus to align the team to deliver exceptional customer outcomes with our products and services. Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Education / Experience Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Operations, Engineering, or related field. Experience: 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing supply chain and planning. Expertise in IQMS/DELMIA Works ERP preferred, specifically Purchasing, Planning, Scheduling, and Forecasting Modules. Experience in contract manufacturing, medical device, or biopharmaceutical industries is highly preferred. Benefits Offered Comprehensive benefit package including medical, dental and vision coverage; company-paid basic life/AD&D insurance, long-term disability insurance; voluntary supplemental insurances, flexible spending accounts or health savings account and employee assistance program (EAP). Paid Time Off (PTO), and company-paid Holidays are also provided as paid time off. Beacon MedTech Solutions also provides a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan option with a company match. Salary Range We expect the salary range for this position to be between $90,000.00 - $130,000.00. Beacon MedTech Solutions is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate in our hiring or employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, citizenship, military service, marital status, status with respect to public assistance, sexual orientation or any other protected class as defined by Federal or State law requirements. We comply with all Federal and State laws specific to nondiscrimination. Beacon MedTech Solutions is an employment at-will company. #J-18808-Ljbffr