Supply Chain Manager

Job Title: Supply Chain Manager Job Description The Supply Chain Manager leads all procurement, materials management, inventory control, and end-to-end supply chain activities that support plant operations in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role works closely with production, purchasing, suppliers, planning, shipping, receiving, and business leaders to ensure efficient material flow from procurement through customer delivery while meeting business objectives, inventory targets, and operational performance goals. It is a highly visible leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys driving operational excellence, leading teams, and implementing strategic supply chain improvements. Responsibilities Lead procurement and materials management activities, including supplier management, purchasing, negotiations, and order placement to ensure reliable and cost-effective material supply. Oversee inventory control and material planning processes to support manufacturing operations and consistently meet customer delivery commitments. Partner with production planning teams to support MRP and MRPII functions, ensuring accurate manufacturing resource planning and alignment with demand. Drive supplier performance through clear metrics, supplier certification initiatives, and structured cost reduction programs. Ensure the accuracy and integrity of ERP and MRP systems, inventory data, and materials planning processes, and implement improvements as needed. Monitor shipping and receiving performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective actions to improve operational efficiency and material flow. Lead Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP), inventory optimization, and material flow improvement initiatives, including Plan for Every Part strategies. Support lean manufacturing, Kanban, Just-in-Time (JIT), and broader supply chain optimization efforts to reduce waste and improve throughput. Develop and manage departmental budgets, including forecasting, cost tracking, and reporting, while establishing and monitoring performance metrics. Provide leadership, coaching, and development for a team of planners, buyers, analysts, and trade compliance personnel, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. Support internal and external audits related to procurement, planning, inventory, and supply chain activities, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and procedures. Collaborate with manufacturing operations to align supply chain strategies with production requirements and business objectives. Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, service level enhancement, and operational excellence. Coordinate with supplier quality functions to support supplier certification, supplier managed inventory (SMI), and strategic sourcing initiatives. Engage in multi-site supply chain coordination when needed to standardize processes and optimize material flow across locations. Essential Skills Proven experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment, including end-to-end oversight of procurement, materials management, and inventory control. Hands-on materials management experience, including material planning and inventory optimization to support high-volume production. Strong procurement and purchasing expertise, including supplier negotiations, order placement, and supplier relationship management. Deep knowledge of inventory control practices, including cycle counting, accuracy improvement, and inventory optimization strategies. Experience with MRP and MRPII systems and processes, including configuration, data integrity, and integration with production planning. Experience in production planning and coordination with manufacturing operations to align supply, demand, and capacity. Demonstrated supplier management skills, including performance measurement, certification initiatives, and corrective action management. Experience working closely with manufacturing opera…

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