Project Manager - Supply Chain Planning

Horizontal Talent; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizontal Talent is seeking a Project Manager to support a fast-paced supply chain planning team focused on robotics deployment. You will coordinate demand and supply activities, track progress, and prepare clear updates for leadership.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, strong analytical thinking, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while driving operational excellence within the program.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in supply chain, operations, or related field.
• Bachelor's in Engineering, Supply Chain, Transportation, or related.
• Proficient Excel with advanced models and SQL.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support end-to-end supply chain planning projects.
• Manage demand and supply activities for robotics deployment.
• Prepare status updates and reports for leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to keep deliverables aligned.
• Use analytical thinking to identify issues and momentum.
• Support recurring shortlisting and planning in hiring/deployment.

Skills

Supply chain

Demand planning

SQL for analysis

Excel modeling

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Systems concepts

Education

Engineering

Supply Chain

Operations

Transportation

Tools

Oracle

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Join a dynamic supply chain planning team supporting robotics deployment initiatives in a fast-paced environment. This Project Manager role focuses on coordinating demand and supply activities, tracking program progress, and preparing clear updates for leadership while helping drive operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and support the completion of supply chain planning projects and programs from start to finish.
• Manage demand and supply activities for robotics deployment efforts, ensuring priorities are organized and progress is tracked.
• Prepare status updates, reports, and summaries for leadership and stakeholders.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to help keep work moving smoothly and align deliverables.
• Use strong analytical thinking to identify issues, support planning efforts, and help maintain project momentum.
• Contribute to recurring shortlisting and planning activities as part of the hiring and deployment process.

Skills

• 3+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, transportation, engineering, or a related field.
• Background in demand, supply, or materials planning.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with advanced models.
• Experience using SQL for analysis or reporting.
• Ability to think logically, solve problems, and work through complex details.
• Solid analytical skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Understanding of systems and configuration concepts.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Transportation, Operations, or a related discipline.

Preferred Skills

• Experience supporting supply chain initiatives in a project or program management setting.
• Familiarity with Oracle, SAP, or similar systems.
• Analyst-style work experience or a strong academic foundation in analytical problem-solving.
• Ability to create clear reports and communicate findings effectively.Comfort working in a collaborative environment with changing priorities.

Horizontal is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply. We believe diverse perspectives strengthen our teams, improve outcomes, and help create a more inclusive workplace for everyone.

For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement.

The pay range for this role is $22 - $50 per hour based on qualifications and experience.