Strategic Supply Chain Lead – Outside Services

Clifford-Jacobs Forging; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Vacation

Paid Christmas Leave

Paid Holidays

Health insurance

Life/ADD

Job summary

Clifford-Jacobs Forging in Champaign, IL is seeking a Supply Chain Supervisor to manage Outside Services and drive on-time delivery while reducing costs. The role coordinates with machine shops, heat treaters and forge providers to secure reliable supply and compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or equivalent experience and 2–4 years in related roles, with strong MS Office/ TEAMS skills and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.

Qualifications

• Related B.S. degree or equivalent experience/proficiency.
• 2–4 years related experience, preferably with machine shops, heat treaters or forge shops.
• Strong presentation, communication and MS Office skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Outside Services efforts as main liaison with vendors.
• Coordinate pricing, availability and delivery schedules with providers.
• Develop and qualify new supply sources as needed.
• Resolve production, design, quality and delivery issues promptly.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production Scheduling and Engineering teams.

Skills

Presentation/Communication

Cross-functional

MS Office

Project Management

Education

Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent experience

Tools

MS Office (TEAMS)

Job description

Clifford-Jacobs Forging in Champaign, IL is seeking a Supply Chain Supervisor to manage Outside Services and drive on-time delivery while reducing costs. The role coordinates with machine shops, heat treaters and forge providers to secure reliable supply and compliance with quality standards.

The ideal candidate holds a BS or equivalent experience and 2–4 years in related roles, with strong MS Office/ TEAMS skills and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.