Supply Chain Manager

In this role you will be responsible for building and leading a World Class Supply Chain team, including Sales & Operations Planning, Procurement, Purchasing, Logistics, Scheduling and Material Planning with the aim of delivering class‑leading, digitally enabled ways of working across all supply chain quote‑to‑cash related activities. The role will lead a team who will look to consistently develop innovative solutions to drive efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, financial savings and supplier performance through the way we operate, enabling delivery of all key targets. You will be a key leader and influencer of change across the Supply Chain function and organization as a whole. In this role, you will travel both domestically and internationally up to 25%. Qualifications 8+ years of progressive supply chain experience. Minimum 5 years of purchasing/procurement management experience. Experience in manufacturing, industrial, aerospace, defense, automotive, battery, or other complex production environments preferred. Proven success in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost reduction programs. Experience managing teams and cross‑functional initiatives. Full understanding of FAR/DFAR. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field. Master's degree (MBA or Supply Chain discipline) preferred.

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Technical Skills S&OP, MRP, and ERP systems experience (SAP, Oracle, NAV, QAD, M3, Microsoft Dynamics, etc.). Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management. Inventory optimization and warehouse management. Supply chain risk management. Financial analysis and total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluation.Advanced Excel and data analytics skills. Planning & Inventory Management Oversee demand forecasting, material planning, and inventory control processes. Optimize inventory levels while maintaining operational readiness. Monitor inventory turns, safety stock levels, and working capital performance. Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and finance teams to support operational goals. Logistics & Distribution Manage transportation, warehousing, and distribution activities. Improve logistics performance, freight optimization, and transportation costs. Ensure compliance with domestic and international shipping regulations. Coordinate import/export activities where applicable. Team Leadership Lead, mentor, and develop supply chain, planning, purchasing, and logistics personnel. Establish performance objectives and conduct regular evaluations. Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and continuous improvement. Support employee training and succession planning initiatives. Continuous Improvement Data driven improvements to Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence initiatives. Implement digital tools and automation opportunities to improve supply chain visibility and efficiency. Lead cross‑functional projects focused on productivity, cost reduction, and service improvement.

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Supply Chain Leadership Develop and execute the supply chain strategy aligned with business objectives. Lead Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes to balance demand, capacity, and inventory. Ensure continuity of supply and timely delivery of materials required for production. Establish and monitor key supply chain performance indicators (KPIs). Drive improvements in inventory management, material flow, and supply chain efficiency. Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply disruptions and business risks.

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Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for direct and indirect materials. Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and supplier performance expectations. Manage supplier relationships and conduct regular business reviews. Identify and implement cost‑reduction opportunities through competitive sourcing, standardization, and supplier collaboration. Evaluate supplier risks and develop mitigation plans.

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Whether you are just getting started or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package to include generous compensation based on market standards, healthcare, wellness, adoption assistance, discounted stock purchase, career development and recognition programs. Some of our superior benefits include parental (maternal and paternal) leave, 401K retirement contribution match at 7%, educational assistance (tuition reimbursement), Short-term Disability (STD), paid holidays, paid vacation, and paid employee referral award. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities regardless of sex, race, creed, color, gender, religion, marital status, domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, pregnancy, military or veteran status, and genetic information. If you require an accommodation to complete the application or interview process, please contact us by email at View email address on click.appcast.io and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. USD $125,000.00 - USD $145,000.00 /Yr. #J-18808-Ljbffr Saft