Strategic SCM Leader: Purchasing, Planning & Logistics

ZF; North Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive plan

Paid vacation and sick leave

401k plan

Health care benefits

Paid holidays

Diversity culture

Community outreach activities

Job summary

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Management Leader to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations at our North Mankato site.

You will lead Strategic Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Production Planning, Order Management, and Plant Logistics while developing and guiding a team of about 30 through three team leaders. The role emphasizes driving operational performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, with a focus on inventory optimization and

Qualifications

• Bachelors or Masters in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business or related field.
• 5+ years of leadership experience in Supply Chain Management/Purchasing within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with S&OP, inventory management, and KPI tracking.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain functions across Purchasing, Planning, and Logistics.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategy aligned with business goals and customer requirements.
• Provide leadership to three team leaders and a team of ~30 employees.
• Optimize inventory levels, working capital, and service performance.
• Drive S&OP processes and supplier performance management.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and growth initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Purchasing

Planning

Logistics

Supplier management

Communication

Travel (domestic/international)

Spanish fluency

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Supply Chain/Logistics/Business

Job description

ZF Off-Highway Solutions Minnesota Inc. is seeking a Supply Chain Management Leader to oversee end-to-end supply chain operations at our North Mankato site.

You will lead Strategic Purchasing, Supplier Quality, Production Planning, Order Management, and Plant Logistics while developing and guiding a team of about 30 through three team leaders. The role emphasizes driving operational performance, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, with a focus on inventory optimization and