Factory Supply Chain Manager

SKF; United States; On-site; USD 102,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Work-life integration

Diversity & Inclusion

Healthcare benefits

Bonus eligibility

401K with match

Job summary

SKF is seeking a Factory Supply Chain Manager in Ladson, SC to lead manufacturing operations delivery. You will manage orders, schedule production, and direct material procurement while maintaining accurate inventory and WIP counts.

The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma, process improvement, and cross-functional collaboration to meet customer demand. Ideal candidates have strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills with 3+ years in materials planning or related supply chain roles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with minimum 3 years in Materials Planning, Supply Chain, or related field.
• Associate Degree/HS diploma with 7+ years of progressive supply chain experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage order book, top-level production schedules, and direct material procurement.
• Maintain accuracy of direct material inventory and WIP through cycle counts.
• Stimulate knowledge sharing and deliver training where needed.
• Coordinate material flow with production and recovery planning when schedules deviate.
• Establish performance measures to alert management to delivery issues.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Influence & teamwork

Project coordination

Problem solving

Analytical ability

Supply chain principles

Shop operations

Production planning

Systems experience

Priorities management

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate Degree/High school diploma/GED

Job description

Factory Supply Chain Manager

Location: Ladson, SC

Salary Range: $ 102,000.00 to $ 114,000.00

About SKF:

SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow!

SKF is an industry-leading manufacturer that has been a cornerstone in industrial life. Wherever there are machines or products in motion, SKF bearings are there to reduce friction. SKF drives the industries that support our way of life, powers the machines that put food on the table, and even helps explore the cosmos.

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do. SKF is on pace to decarbonize all its production facilities by 2030.

We're guided by our SKF values. Collaboration is critical to the success of our colleagues, partners, and customers. Curiosity and Courage provide a foundation for innovation and advancement. And we do this work out of Care for our people, customers, communities, and the planet.

We're a company committed to a culture of belonging, where all our people are encouraged to be themselves and grow their careers in an equitable environment.

Learn about SKF at www.skf.com .

Role Summary/Purpose

The Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader will demonstrate accountability for functional business and local site objectives. In the role of Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader, you will integrate and develop processes that meet business needs across the organization, manage complex issues within functional areas of expertise, be involved in both short and long-term planning.

Essential Responsibilities

The Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader will manage company order book (customer demand), top level planning of the manufacturing production schedules, and direct material procurement strategies needed to support delivery to the order book. In addition, the Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader is responsible for maintaining accuracy of direct material inventory and WIP through regular cycle counting and inventory management practices. The Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader is expected to stimulate sharing of knowledge as well as develop and deliver training where needed.

In addition, as the Manufacturing Operations Delivery Leader, you will:

• Follow the strategic direction that has been set by Business Leaders and the Site Delivery Leader for material operations within the organization
• Ensure full raw material availability to the operation in line with the schedule, covering both short and long-term horizons
• Coordinate and expedite the flow of materials in cooperation with the production team and lead recovery planning actions where deviations from schedules exist
• Review short and mid-term capacity utilization, working with Operations leaders to establish plans to ensure sufficient capacity is available to process the demand through each cell
• Be the primary focal point for Business Customers, responsible for CMT commitments
• Manage inventory effectively by ensuring aged WIP and slow-moving inventory is addressed, identify root cause, and implement corrective actions and robust processes to eliminate recurrence
• Manage Physical Inventory for your Business
• Lead and encourage process improvement through Lean Six Sigma
• Support the activity to maintain data quality and integrity within site systems
• Establish effective performance measures that can be used to alert management on delivery issues and potential late deliveries

Qualifications/Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with minimum 3 years of experience in Materials Planning and Execution, Supply Chain Management, or related field; or
• Associated Degree/High school diploma/GED with 7 or more years of progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Materials Planning, or related operations.

Desired Characteristics

• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills
• Ability to influence others and lead small teams
• Lead initiatives of moderate scope and impact
• Ability to coordinate several projects simultaneously
• Effective problem identification and solution skills
• Proven analytical and organizational ability
• Competence in supply chain management principles and practices, shop operations, facilitation, and production control in a manufacturing environment and production planning
• systems experience
• Ability to effectively manage changing and conflicting priorities and resolve them appropriately
• Lean Six Sigma experience

What You'll Love About SKF:

• Rest and Relaxation . Enjoy a generous PTO policy and 13 paid holidays.
• Work/Life Integration . SKF supports work/life integration, home, family, community, personal well-being, and health.
• Diversity in the Workplace. At SKF, we strive to embed Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in everything we do. By developing a culture of belonging, our people can flourish, leading to an inclusive, equitable environment that promotes leadership, engagement and innovation.
• Best in Class Benefits . SKF cares about the wellbeing of our employees. Comprehensive healthcare options to fit your needs and opt-out payment. Added benefits include company-paid life insurance, STD, and LTD. Supplemental benefits include critical illness coverage, tuition reimbursement, employee discount programs, and much more!
• Bonus. SKF offers STVS (Short Term Variable Salary) or Sales Incentive based on company performance and at the discretion of management.
• Invest in your Future . Participate in our 401K program that boasts a 10% employer contribution : 100% match up to 5% of your elected contribution (100% Vested) plus an additional 5% company contribution.