Supply Chain Program Manager

Horton, Inc. has an opening for a Supply Chain Program Manager. This role is open at our corporate headquarters in Roseville, MN and is an onsite role Monday-Friday.

Position Summary:

The Supply Chain Program Manager is responsible for driving end-to-end supply chain readiness, supplier execution, and cost optimization from initial concept through full commercialization. Partnering closely with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing, this role governs supplier deliverables across the stage-gate (HIP) process, manages prototype sourcing and tooling strategies, and enforces BOM cost targets to accelerate time-to-market while protecting margin targets. Beyond NPD, this role drives enterprise supplier capabilities through should-cost modeling, VA/VE, global standards, and multi-site planning, optimizing TCO while building a resilient, scalable supply chain.

Company Information:
As a global leader in thermal control for power systems, Horton offers a variety of technologies for transportation and industrial applications to operate at the optimal temperature even in the most demanding conditions. For over 70 years, the organization has been an integral partner to companies worldwide providing innovative and reliable engine cooling solutions for heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. For more information on Horton, Inc. please visit our web site at

Supply Chain Program Manager Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:

• Partner with R&D, Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure supply chain readiness from concept through commercialization for NPD projects.
• Manage all supplier deliverables for company new product introductions per requirements of the defined stage-gate process (HIP).
• Drive Bill of Materials (BOM) cost estimation, monitor cost roll-ups, and execute strategies to ensure product launches meet or exceed margin targets.
• Lead prototype sourcing and quick-turn tooling strategies by identifying and developing key suppliers to accelerate design validation and time-to-market for new products.
• Identify, evaluate, and successfully onboard new suppliers capable of meeting technical specifications, quality standards, financial health, and capacity requirements for new products that enable Hortons fast-paced growth.
• Coordinate material availability, tooling completion, and capacity planning to guarantee a seamless transition from pilot builds to full-scale volume production.
• Integrate proactive supply chain risk management into all stages of the NPD process, evaluating sourcing vulnerabilities, material lead times, and supplier readiness to safeguard time-to-market and ramp-up execution.
• Conduct data-driven make-vs-buy analyses with Advanced Manufacturing to optimize plant capacity and maximize cost efficiency.

Supporting Responsibilities:

• Drive end-to-end cost-reduction initiatives by combining high-complexity spend analysis, VA/VE, and strategic supplier negotiations to achieve sustainable bottom-line TCO savings.
• Direct company-wide Should-Cost modeling/benchmarking initiatives, leveraging AI-driven analytics and advanced cost tools to validate supplier pricing, establish market transparency, and prevent cost inflation.
• Establish, maintain, and govern global supplier standards and technical specifications across key manufacturing processes, including custom tooling and precision molding.
• Oversee end-to-end supplier development activities, establish operational benchmarks, driving performance reviews, and executing process improvement plans across critical suppliers.
• Standardize and execute cross-location material planning to optimize shared commodity supply, drive process consistency, and ensure seamless material transitions during plant product line transfers.

Supply Chain Program Manager Qualifications:

Base requirements:

• Bachelors degree in supply chain management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, strategic sourcing, procurement, or manufacturing operations.
• Proven track record of leading New Product Introduction (NPI) and product development sourcing from early-stage concept through commercialization.
• Ability to manage multiple complex, fast-turn projects in a rapidly growing, dynamic business environment.
• Demonstrated expertise conducting supplier technical audits, onboarding, performance scorecards (PPM, OTD), and managing Root Cause Corrective Action (CAPA) plans.
• Strong history of managing high-value spend categories and driving large-scale, multi-project cost-reduction initiatives.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States. No Visa sponsorship available for this role.

Preferred requirements:

• Experience within a manufacturing plant environment, actively participating in Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), inventory optimization, and material flow improvements.
• Hands-on experience with modern ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and advanced analytics or AI-driven costing tools.
• Industry recognized certifications such as APICS (CPIM/CSCP), ISM (CPSM), or PMP are highly desirable.
• Lean Six Sigma or continuous improvement knowledge and execution is a strong plus.

Additional Information:

The estimated hiring range for this position is $120,000-$155,000 per year plus bonus. Compensation will increase within the range based on experience and qualifications. We also offer a competitive benefits package including PTO, Company Paid Holidays, 401K, Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life, AD&D, STD, LTD, Education Assistance, and a dynamic work environment.

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Horton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity employer. Veterans/Disabled

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