Senior Manager, Supply Chain Process Optimization

Coherent Corp.; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Process Development to elevate supply chain planning, inventory optimization and order fulfillment through data‑driven process improvements.

You will bridge business needs with IT solutions in a cross‑functional environment. You will lead analyses, design scalable changes, and collaborate with ERP, BI and operations teams to drive performance, data integrity and measurable improvements across planning and execution systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, or equivalent.
• 3–5 years of experience in a business process or systems analyst role within supply chain or operations.
• Strong understanding of demand planning, supply chain planning, replenishment planning, inventory optimization and order promising processes.
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle, and data visualization platforms like Power BI.
• Proficiency in Excel and process mapping tools (e.g., Visio).
• Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma or other process improvement methodologies.
• Knowledge of automation tools and demand forecasting processes.

Responsibilities

• Analyze supply chain planning & execution processes to identify areas for improvement.
• Design and implement process enhancements using data-driven insights and industry best practices.
• Collaborate with IT, Sales, PLM, and other teams to align process improvements with business objectives.
• Serve as a liaison between business users and IT for supply chain systems, supporting configuration, testing, and deployment.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy across planning and inventory systems.
• Lead or support supply chain projects, including system upgrades and automation initiatives.
• Document business requirements, process flows, and training materials for effective implementation.
• Stay updated with industry trends and best practices in supply chain management and process optimization.

Job description

Coherent Corp. is seeking a Senior Manager, Business Process Development to elevate supply chain planning, inventory optimization and order fulfillment through data‑driven process improvements.

You will bridge business needs with IT solutions in a cross‑functional environment. You will lead analyses, design scalable changes, and collaborate with ERP, BI and operations teams to drive performance, data integrity and measurable improvements across planning and execution systems.