Strategic Supply Chain Manager | ERP & Lean Excellence

The Pivot Group Careers; Wayland Township (MI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan seeks experienced Supply Chain Managers to join manufacturers in and around Wayland, Allegan County. This network-style posting emphasizes long-term fit, cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with build schedules.

Responsibilities include maintaining ERP records, leading improvement projects to reduce lead times and costs, overseeing procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier negotiations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field.
• Hands-on ERP/MRP experience within manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of inventory control and demand planning methods.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.
• Experience negotiating pricing, terms, and delivery with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate supply chain records and reports in the ERP system.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce lead times and cost.
• Oversee daily procurement, inventory, and logistics activities across the plant.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels and adjust reorder points to avoid shortages or excess stock.
• Coordinate material flow with production planning to meet build schedules.
• Track supplier performance and resolve quality or delivery issues.
• Manage freight and shipping costs and carrier relationships.

Skills

Inventory control

Demand planning

Cross-functional leadership

ERP experience

MRP systems

Negotiation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field

Tools

ERP

MRP systems

SAP

Oracle

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan seeks experienced Supply Chain Managers to join manufacturers in and around Wayland, Allegan County. This network-style posting emphasizes long-term fit, cross-functional collaboration, and alignment with build schedules.

Responsibilities include maintaining ERP records, leading improvement projects to reduce lead times and costs, overseeing procurement, inventory, logistics, and supplier negotiations.