Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain ManagerDirect Hire/ Perm - WORK IS ONSITE ( sorry, no hybrid/remote work options available)Location: Northern MS ( Southaven, Horn Lake, area)PLEASE be sure to apply to this role here, where posted, and via email at View email address on click.appcast.io and we can connect, synch up to discuss further, the fit/match/role! THANKS!A growing, stable industrial manufacturer seeking a Senior hands-on Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing, production planning, scheduling, inventory control, and supplier management efforts, from a strategic viewpoint, but also a team of Buyer/Planners at this facility and to help ensure that the Supply Chain team's efforts compliments those of the other Inventory and Logistics teams work. This role partners closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Warehouse teams to ensure material availability, optimize inventory, and drive operational performance and is more focused on the true supply chain initiatives including sourcing, procurement, vendor Qualification and Negotiation, Quality Controls,, etc, and again, leading a small team of professionals that includes Supply Chain Veterans, along with more junior buyer/planner types.Key ResponsibilitiesLead purchasing, inventory, planning, and scheduling functions for a manufacturing operation.Manage and develop a team of planners and schedulers.Oversee supplier selection, negotiations, pricing, delivery, and performance.Drive inventory accuracy, inventory turns, and material availability.Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage demand planning, procurement, and production scheduling.Partner with Manufacturing and Warehouse teams to improve material flow and operational efficiency.Analyze supply chain metrics and implement process improvements to reduce costs and lead times.Support new product introductions, capital projects, and continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborate across Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Sales to resolve supply chain challenges.QualificationsWe would prefer to find/work with those candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field, but we are OPEN MINDED and will consider those without, but who bring an equivalent experience level to the role/team.We are ideally seeking a SENIOR professional with at least five more years of TEAM and STRATEGIC supply chain leadership, including overseeing procurement, planning, scheduling, and to a degree, inventory management experience in manufacturing.Previous COST Savings/COST-OUT/Cost and Waste reduction experience is HIGHLY DESIRED.Strong ERP/MRP systems experience, with priority consideration given to those with JD Edwards and/or Oracle ERP/MRP hands-on experience.ANY SPECIFIC STEEL sourcing experience, either existing contacts/vendor relationships, or a strong background working in this 'world' along with an understanding of the Challenges and Opportunities is desired, but not required.Knowledge of purchasing, forecasting, supplier management, inventory control, and production planning.Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop teams.Experience as a hands-on manager, with the ability to lead by example and bring the team up when/where needed, and a comfort and ability to lead a team of approximately 8-10 planning, scheduling, and supply chain professionals.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional communication skills.Work closely with Manufacturing, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality, and Operations leaders to drive business performance.Ideal Background: Manufacturing, industrial products, engineered products, metal fabrication, building products, or similar production environments.BenefitsThe hiring organization is offering, for the right candidate, a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. They are also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing, along with Paid holidays, Vacation time , and up to five paid personal/sick days per year.More info can be shared about plan details/specifics when needed.