End-to-End Supply Chain Leader – Manufacturing

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Franklin (IN); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Bonus potential

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, planning, inventory control, and logistics for a growing manufacturing operation. This leadership role emphasizes driving results, developing teams, and improving processes across the entire supply chain.

You will balance strategic sourcing with day-to-day execution, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with operations to align supply chain goals with company objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 6+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, purchasing, planning, inventory control, or logistics.
• Strong background in procurement, supplier management, inventory control, and production planning.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems to manage purchasing, inventory, and operational planning.

Responsibilities

• Lead all aspects of procurement, inventory management, material planning, and logistics operations.
• Develop sourcing strategies and build strong supplier partnerships that support business growth.
• Drive supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness.
• Negotiate contracts, lead RFQ activities, and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Oversee inventory control processes to maintain accuracy and ensure material availability.
• Manage inbound and outbound freight operations to support customer and production requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, productivity, efficiency, and on-time delivery.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
• Support forecasting, demand planning, and S&OP activities.
• Analyze inventory, purchasing, and supplier data to support business decisions and operational performance.
• Partner closely with operations and leadership teams to align supply chain strategy with company objectives.
• Identify process improvements and implement best practices that drive measurable results.

Skills

Procurement

Inventory Management

ERP/MRP

Lean Manufacturing

Data Analysis

Excel/BI

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Power BI

Job description

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East is seeking a strategic Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, planning, inventory control, and logistics for a growing manufacturing operation. This leadership role emphasizes driving results, developing teams, and improving processes across the entire supply chain.

You will balance strategic sourcing with day-to-day execution, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with operations to align supply chain goals with company objectives.