Job Description
Senior Supply Chain Manager
Location: Livermore, CA
Direct Hire position
Position Summary
Responsible for managing end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, logistics, forecasting, and supplier management within a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement supply chain strategies.
- Manage procurement, production planning, inventory, and logistics.
- Oversee Master Production Scheduling (MPS), demand forecasting, and capacity planning.
- Lead Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning (S&OP).
- Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and sourcing.
- Optimize inventory and reduce excess stock.
- Monitor supply chain KPIs, delivery performance, and costs.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Drive continuous improvement and Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
- Maintain ERP data accuracy and support business planning.
- Lead and develop supply chain teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
- 10+ years of supply chain, procurement, manufacturing, or operations experience.
- 5+ years of leadership experience in manufacturing.
- Experience in procurement, inventory management, logistics, production planning, and supplier management.
- Knowledge of forecasting, capacity planning, S&OP, and inventory optimization.
- Proficiency in Oracle ERP and supply chain planning systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- APICS CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or equivalent certification.
- Experience in semiconductor, advanced manufacturing, precision machining, or contract manufacturing.
- Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification.
- Experience in global sourcing, strategic procurement, ERP implementation, and cost reduction.
- Knowledge of global logistics, export compliance, and supply chain risk management.