Supply Chain Manager

2G Engineering in Sun Prairie, WI is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead our purchasing, demand forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and warehouse operations. This is a key leadership position responsible for ensuring the right materials are available at the right time while balancing cost, quality, inventory levels, and delivery requirements. The ideal candidate is a proactive, hands-on leader with a strong background in supply chain operations, supplier negotiations, and inventory planning. If you enjoy developing people, improving processes, and taking ownership of end-to-end supply chain performance, we encourage you to apply! Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Supplier Management Lead purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and supplies to meet business demands. Develop purchasing strategies that balance cost, quality, lead times, and inventory requirements. Forecast purchasing needs based on customer demand, production schedules, and supplier lead times. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and long-term supplier agreements. Evaluate supplier performance and drive improvements in quality, cost, reliability, and on-time delivery. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying opportunities for cost savings. Demand Forecasting & Inventory Management Establish and maintain inventory targets, including minimums, maximums, and reorder points. Monitor inventory levels, turnover, and working capital to optimize the use of company resources. Proactively identify potential shortages, supplier constraints, and material availability. Logistics & Warehouse Operations Oversee logistics activities, including freight coordination, scheduling, and international shipping documentation. Direct daily warehouse operations, including receiving, material storage, inventory transactions, picking, packing, and shipping. Ensure accurate shipping, receiving, transportation, and purchase order documentation. Coordinate with suppliers, freight carriers, and internal teams to ensure timely material delivery. Leadership & Continuous Improvement Supervise, coach, and develop purchasing, logistics, and warehouse personnel. Develop and maintain standard operating procedures for purchasing, inventory, logistics, and warehouse activities. Establish performance metrics and use data to identify trends and improvement opportunities. Qualifications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred; equivalent education and relevant experience will be considered. Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, demand forecasting, logistics, or supply chain operations. Previous experience supervising employees and developing teams. Demonstrated experience with demand forecasting, inventory planning, supplier management, and purchasing negotiations. Experience in a manufacturing, engineering, or industrial environment preferred. Experience developing standard operating procedures, performance metrics, and process improvements. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong understanding of procurement, purchasing strategies, demand forecasting, and inventory control. Ability to balance material availability, inventory investment, supplier lead times, and cost objectives. Knowledge of logistics, international shipping, freight coordination, and warehouse operations. Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach employees, establish accountability, and drive team performance. Proven negotiation, supplier relationship management, and problem-solving abilities. Strong analytical skills, including the ability to interpret data and make informed purchasing and inventory decisions. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective communication and collaboration skills across departments. Ability to manage competing priorities, anticipate challenges, and respond proactively to chan…

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