Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Oatey Company; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 102,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO & holidays

Health insurance (medical, dental, vis

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Oatey is seeking a Senior Manager, Supply Chain to maximize fill rate and optimize inventory across distribution networks in Cleveland, OH. You will collaborate with Sourcing, Customer Service, Finance, and Logistics to develop plans and metrics, while leading a Lean/Six Sigma culture to cut costs and improve service.

The role requires 8–12 years of experience with 2–4 years in management, and a degree in Supply Chain or related field. CPIM/CSCP certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Eight to twelve years of corporate Supply Chain experience.
• Two to four years of managerial experience within Supply Chain.
• APICS certification preferred: CPIM or CSCP.
• LEAN/6Sigma experience a plus.
• Knowledge of supply chain planning and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop team members to meet goals and growth.
• Drive continuous improvement programs to optimize material flow.
• Create and optimize distribution plans and inventory strategies.
• Synchronize demand, purchasing, and distribution for finished goods and raw materials.
• Develop intercompany transfer processes with distribution leadership.
• Partner with Demand Planning to balance inventory.
• Reduce distribution and handling costs through optimization.
• Establish reporting for on-time delivery and PO accuracy.
• Build strategic supplier relationships to improve performance.
• Monitor supplier performance and coordinate improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

LEAN/6Sigma

Inventory management

Cross-functional collaboration

Sourcing & supplier management

Education

Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain or related

CPIM/CSCP certification (preferred)

Tools

None

Job description

20600 Emerald Parkway, Cleveland, Ohio 44135 United States of America

Why Oatey?

Since 1916, Oatey has provided reliable, high-quality products for the residential and commercial plumbing industries, with a commitment to delivering quality, building trust and improving lives. Today, Oatey operates a comprehensive manufacturing and distribution network comprised of industry leading family of companies: Oatey, Cherne, Keeney, Quick Drain, Hercules, Dearborn, Oatey Canada, William H. Harvey, Masters, Contact, Belanger, Lansas, and Durgo.

At Oatey, we're doing big things — and by joining us, you'll have the chance to do big things too. You can build a strong career in an innovative, inclusive, high-performance environment, with the confidence that your company cares — about you, our customers and our world. Ready to make an impact in a place where you matter?

Position Summary

The Senior Manager, Supply Chain’s primary responsibility is to maximize fill rate while planning and managing inventory to optimize time supply. This position will drive and be responsible for achieving customer metrics, minimizing distribution costs, and ensuring continuous supply. This role will interface with Sourcing, Customer Service, Finance, Logistics and Distribution to develop distribution plans, inventory strategies and tactics, and metrics to manage finished goods and service customers.

Position Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, develop, and support team members to ensure goals and objectives are met, supporting the individual growth of each associate.
• Provide leadership to key Supply Chain continuous improvement programs and projects to drive material flow. Document Standard Operating Procedures within Supply Chain Planning. Act as a Lean/Six Sigma advocate with the purpose of driving cost out of the Supply Chain.
• Lead in partnership with supply planning & purchasing new standard process creation for daily planning and purchasing activities, along with the product change request process.
• Work with Demand Planning, Purchasing, and Distribution Schedulers to synchronize throughput from finished goods and raw material suppliers through final distribution. Help manage backorder fulfillment, outage situations, promotional programs and product launches. Streamline these activities with open communication, process and coordination of activities.
• Create roles and responsibilities in partnership with distribution leadership & Senior Manager, Supply Planning on new intercompany transfer processes.
• Work in conjunction with the Senior Manager, Demand Planning to understand customer requirements and work towards balanced inventory planning.
• Analyze imported product distribution flow and update hub and spoke process as needed to minimize distribution and handling costs.
• Develop processes and reporting related to date delivery accuracy to ensure purchase order and inventory accuracy.
• Work in conjunction with the sourcing team to create and develop existing strategic relationships with key suppliers to optimize supply chain performance.
• Drive creation of metrics & healthchecks to ensure continuous flow of bought finished goods and imported raw materials at lowest possible cost.
• Responsible for order placement timing, supply/demand alignment, raw material replenishment and monitoring/improving supplier performance.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience

• Eight (8) to twelve (12) years of corporate Supply Chain experience.
• Two (2) to four (4) years of successful managerial experience with increasing levels of responsibility within the Supply Chain preferred.
• Association for Supply Chain Management (APICS)/Supply Chain certifications preferred, Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
• Balanced experience in planning and operations considered a plus.
• Demonstrated leadership in a LEAN/6Sigma environment.
• Knowledge of Oatey industry and markets helpful.

Education and Certification

• Undergraduate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related program, or equivalent related experience.

Physical Activities and Other Working Conditions

• Associates working at Corporate sites are required to work in-person according to the Hybrid & Remote Workplace Policy.
• This role is primarily sedentary and involves prolonged periods of sitting and working on a computer. Regular use of hands for typing and operating office equipment is required, along with visual focus on screens and documents. Occasional standing, walking, and lifting up to 10–15 pounds may be required. Work is performed in a climate-controlled office or remote environment with moderate noise levels.
• Minimal travel is required.

Compensation Range for the Position

$101,974.00 - $132,566.00 - $163,158.00 USD

Target Cash Profit Sharing for the Position

15.00%

Offer amount determined by experience and review of internal talent.

Oatey Total Rewards

• Generous paid time off programs and paid company holidays to support flexibility and work-life balance
• Annual Discretionary Cash Profit Sharing
• Immediate eligibility and vesting in 401(k), including 100% company match, up to 5% of eligible compensation
• Market leading health insurance including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance offerings for associates and qualified dependents
• Significant company contribution to Health Savings Account with a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP)
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability income protection coverage at no cost to associates
• Paid Maternity and Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• A strong set of complementary resources to support associate well-being, including resource groups, EAP, and dedicated mental health support.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Oatey family of companies are an equal opportunity employer committed to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We recruit, employ, promote, and offer competitive pay for all jobs without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.