Supply Chain Manager - Lansing Area

Job Description:

Supply Chain Manager | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $100,000 - $147,000 depending on experience

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for optimizing supply chain operations and ensuring material flow? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Lansing seeking skilled Supply Chain Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Lansing that are seeking Supply Chain Managers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance evaluation.
• Oversee inventory management to minimize stockouts and reduce carrying costs.
• Lead demand planning and forecasting processes to align with production schedules.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Collaborate with production, sales, and logistics teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Utilize data analytics to identify trends and make informed supply chain decisions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) for supply chain planning and execution
• Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
• APICS CSCP or CPIM certification preferred

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with an ERP implementation or upgrade
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt)
• Proficiency in a data visualization tool (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CSM)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Supply Chain Manager, Logistics Manager, Procurement Manager, Operations Manager, Inventory Manager, Demand Planner, Supply Chain Analyst, Sourcing Manager, Materials Manager, Warehouse Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
• Resume
• Data
• Offers
• Inventory
• Lean Six Sigma
• Supply Chain
• Support
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Operations
• Contract Negotiation
• Logistics
• ERP
• Visualization
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Sourcing
• Demand
• Compensation
• Supply
• Supply Chain Management
• Data Visualization
• Data Analytics
• Continuous Improvement
• SAP
• Analytics
• Forecasting
• Inventory Management
• Manufacturing
• Tableau
• Procurement
• Power BI
• Oracle
• Materials
• Negotiation
• Administration
• Preparation
• Planning
• Business
• Project Management
• Sales
• Management


Salary Package:
$ 100,000.00 - 147,000.00 (US Dollar)