Supply Chain Manager – Manufacturing

Take Charge of Your Career at Interstates At Interstates, we don't just show up to work, we show up for each other. From our headquarters in Iowa to job sites across the country, we're doing award-winning electrical, controls, automation, and OT work that powers industrial facilities for clients here in the U.S. and around the world. Whether you're bending conduit, wiring panels, writing code, supporting projects, or helping things run behind the scenes, you'll be part of a crew that works hard, shares laughs, and takes pride in doing quality work. We believe in building strong teams, doing the right thing, and making a difference in the communities where we live. If you want to grow and do meaningful work, you'll feel at home here. Lead the flow. Grow the team. Shape what's next. At Interstates, supply chain is more than purchasing and logistics. It connects people, suppliers, materials, and manufacturing projects—and helps our teams deliver exceptional results for our clients. As the Supply Chain Manager – Manufacturing , you'll lead supply chain strategy for a manufacturing offer category while developing a strong, capable team. You'll influence supplier performance, inventory planning, forecasting, sourcing, cost management, and project execution. Your decisions will have a direct impact on material availability, delivery reliability, team performance, and client satisfaction. If you're a strategic thinker who enjoys developing people, strengthening supplier partnerships, and turning complex supply chain challenges into practical solutions, we'd like to meet you. What You'll Do Lead and Develop the Team Set direction for your assigned Supply Chain Offer Category Team. Provide leadership, coaching, and development to help team members achieve individual, team, and company goals. Coordinate onboarding for new team members. Conduct talent card and performance reviews. Establish clear expectations and promote accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Drive Supply Chain Performance Partner with offer category leaders, project managers, estimators, field leaders, and other internal teams. Support inventory optimization, material availability, and efficient material flow. Use forecasting and MRP processes to translate demand into supply and material requirements. Monitor supplier performance, spend, pricing, delivery, and quality. Strategically direct spend to supplier partners to improve value and business results. Assist with contract negotiations, including pricing, schedules, and other commercial terms. Oversee the offer category budget with support from the Director of Supply Chain. Identify and evaluate suppliers that align with Interstates' values, culture, and business needs. Build ethical, productive relationships with internal and external partners. Attend supplier and industry conferences to expand market knowledge and identify new opportunities. Maintain confidentiality regarding projects, suppliers, business plans, and internal information. Communicate clearly and adapt effectively as priorities and business needs change. What Success Looks Like In this role, success means you: Build trust with the offer category team and key supplier partners. Improve visibility into inventory, demand, and material requirements. Strengthen supplier performance, delivery reliability, and cost effectiveness. Develop team members and create a culture of accountability and growth. Help ensure materials and supply chain deliverables support project and client commitments. Identify practical improvements that make Interstates' supply chain more effective and responsive. What You'll Bring Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. 2–3 years of related experience and/or training . Experience with inventory management, including inventory levels, availability, and material flow. Experience with MRP—…

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