Strategic Supply Chain & Inventory Manager (Electronics)

Confident Search Consultants; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO 5 weeks

8 paid holidays

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with em

Medical/Dental/Vision coverage

HSA & FSA Plans

Company-paid life insurance

Supplemental insurance options

Job summary

Confidential Electronics Manufacturer is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee inventory, purchasing, and cross-site operations. You will lead a team of buyers and materials staff, align supply plans with production, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Ideal candidates have a background in electronics manufacturing, strong supervisory skills, and extensive experience in inventory control, logistics, and supplier negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and five (5) years of directly related experience in contract manufacturing industry.
• Must have prior supervisory experience & strong people management skills.
• Significant experience with inventory control, logistics, MRPs, supply chains, contract negotiations, and purchasing.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coach a buyer-focused team across multiple sites.
• Maintain inventory levels to ensure on-time production and minimize on-hand inventory.
• Drive for increased inventory turns and reduce waste.
• Negotiate with suppliers and track quality, price and delivery metrics.
• Interface with program managers for planning and forecasting customer orders.
• Ensure standard practices in materials and department functions.
• Manage GIDEP and supplier relationships; monitor performance.

Skills

Supply chain systems

Inventory management

Negotiation

Excel & Access

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Excel

Access

Job description

Confidential Electronics Manufacturer is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee inventory, purchasing, and cross-site operations. You will lead a team of buyers and materials staff, align supply plans with production, and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Ideal candidates have a background in electronics manufacturing, strong supervisory skills, and extensive experience in inventory control, logistics, and supplier negotiations.