Manufacturing Supply Chain and Forecasting Manager

Dahl Consulting; Detroit Lakes (MN); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Dental and vision

Job summary

Dahl Consulting seeks a Manufacturing Supply Chain and Forecasting Manager in Detroit Lakes, MN. This hybrid role oversees forecasting and production planning for a leading liquid level control products manufacturer.

You will lead the S&OP process, drive continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with business goals across multiple stakeholders while maintaining lean practices.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in a relevant field required.
• 3-5 years of leadership experience.
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, production planning, or supply chain in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of S&OP processes.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP and forecasting tools.
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen.
• Proven ability to build and lead teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop accurate short-, mid-, and long-term forecasts from historical data, market insights, and cross-functional inputs.
• Translate demand signals into production and capacity plans to balance supply and demand.
• Lead the S&OP process and align forecasts with company objectives and customer needs.
• Drive continuous improvement by evaluating forecast accuracy, identifying risks, and implementing improvements.
• Champion Lean principles and continue driving efficiency across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Forecasting

Analytical skills

Cross-functional

Education

4-year degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Finance, or equivalent

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Forecasting tools

Job description

Title

Manufacturing Supply Chain and Forecasting Manager

Location

Detroit Lakes, MN-Hybrid-Onsite 4 days per week

Job Type

Permanent

Compensation

$80,000 - $95,000

Industry:

Quality Control Solutions

About The Role

Our client, a leading manufacturer of liquid level control products and pump control solutions, is seeking a Manufacturing Supply Chain and Forecasting Manager to join their team in Detroit Lakes, MN. This organization is part of a family of brands with a shared vision to deliver industry-leading, innovative, and reliable control and monitoring solutions that improve efficiencies, protect the environment, and provide dependable products to customers across the water, wastewater, and sewage industries. Their product portfolio - including pump control panels, alarm systems, float switches, and level monitoring solutions - serves residential, commercial, municipal, industrial, and agricultural sectors. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced supply chain leader to make a meaningful impact within a well-established manufacturing environment.

Job Description

As the Manufacturing Supply Chain and Forecasting Manager, you will be responsible for developing accurate short-, mid-, and long-term forecasts using historical trends, market insights, and cross-functional business inputs. You will translate demand signals into actionable production and capacity plans, helping ensure the right products are available at the right time while minimizing excess inventory and shortages. You will lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, partnering with key stakeholders to align forecasts with company objectives and customer needs.

In this role, you will focus heavily on continuous improvement - using data to evaluate forecast accuracy, identify risks and opportunities, and implement strategies that strengthen supply chain performance. You will ensure alignment with company goals, maintain readiness through proactive planning, and champion Lean principles and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• 4-year degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Finance, or an equivalent field
• 3-5 years of leadership experience
• Experience with forecasting, demand planning, production planning, or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes
• Proficiency leveraging ERP/MRP systems and forecasting tools to drive decision-making
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen
• Proven ability to build and lead strong teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement experience
• Background supporting a multi-brand or multi-site manufacturing operation
• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, operations, and finance stakeholders

Benefits

Our client offers a robust benefits package including health, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance as well as dental and vision programs you need to take care of your family, along with other benefit options.

Equal Opportunity Statement

As an equal opportunity employer, Dahl Consulting welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and experiences to apply. If this position sounds like the right opportunity for you, we encourage you to take the next step and connect with us. We look forward to meeting you!