The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and optimizing supply chain operations for Blue Chip Group's Beverage Division, ensuring the timely and cost-effective availability of materials required to support manufacturing operations.

This position leads purchasing, inventory planning, supplier management, and cross-functional supply chain coordination to support production schedules, maintain appropriate inventory levels, minimize disruptions, and achieve operational and financial performance objectives.

The Supply Chain Manager works closely with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and other operational teams to improve material availability, strengthen supplier performance, optimize inventory investment, and drive continuous improvement throughout the supply chain.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

Supply Chain Planning and Inventory Management

• Develop and execute purchasing and inventory strategies to support production requirements.
• Monitor material availability, inventory levels, lead times, and replenishment requirements.
• Coordinate with Production to anticipate material needs and minimize manufacturing disruptions.
• Identify opportunities to reduce excess inventory, shortages, and carrying costs.

Procurement and Supplier Management

• Manage supplier relationships, purchasing activities, and supplier performance.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms to support cost and service objectives.
• Identify and address supplier performance issues, including quality, delivery, and reliability.
• Develop contingency plans for critical materials and supply disruptions.

Operational Coordination and Continuous Improvement

• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and other departments to align supply chain activities with operational requirements.
• Identify supply chain bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
• Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify cost savings and process improvements.
• Develop and monitor supply chain KPIs.

Leadership and Accountability

• Supervise, coach, and support the Beverage Supply Chain Purchasing Coordinator, establishing priorities, monitoring performance, and ensuring timely execution of purchasing activities.
• Establish priorities and ensure timely execution of purchasing and inventory activities.
• Promote cross-functional communication and continuous improvement.
• Support departmental objectives and operational performance goals.

Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
• Five or more years of progressive supply chain, procurement, inventory planning, or materials management experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Experience in food, beverage, or other high-volume manufacturing environments is preferred.
• Two or more years of leadership or supervisory experience, if the position has direct reports.
• Demonstrated knowledge of purchasing, inventory control, material planning, supplier management, and manufacturing supply chains.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, inventory management tools, and Microsoft Excel.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze inventory and purchasing data, negotiate with suppliers, solve operational problems, and collaborate across departments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Ability to perform work in both office and manufacturing/warehouse environments.
• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods while performing computer-based and administrative tasks.
• Ability to frequently walk and stand while visiting production, inventory storage, and warehouse areas.
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop, reach, and navigate manufacturing and warehouse environments.
• Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 25 pounds, if required.
• Ability to use a computer, telephone, and other standard office equipment to perform essential job functions.
• Ability to review inventory records, production schedules, reports, and other operational documentation.
• May be exposed to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, noise, and varying temperatures when working in production and warehouse areas.
• Must comply with all company safety policies and procedures, including the use of required personal protective equipment (PPE) in designated areas.

Reasonable Accommodation: Blue Chip Group will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable law.