Strategic Supply Chain Manager: Logistics & Sourcing

Guardian; Delaware, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Guardian is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Manager to own end-to-end supply chain operations, including logistics, procurement, and inventory strategies to maximize profitability and on-time delivery.

The successful candidate will bridge vendors, production, finance and customer demand, design global strategies, and lead cost-saving initiatives in a hybrid Delaware, OH environment with three days in the office and two remote.

Qualifications

• Some college credits required but Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of proven experience managing supply chain or procurement teams, with construction industry experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., Epicor), data analytics software, and Excel.
• Strong interpersonal and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people.
• Travel will be up to 10%.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement global supply chain strategies to scale operations.
• Manage procurement and vendor relationships with international suppliers.
• Forecast demand and maintain optimal inventory levels.
• Oversee inbound/outbound logistics and freight strategies.
• Build dashboards and report KPIs like lead times and supplier SLA fulfillment.
• Collaborate with finance, product, Estimating and Project Management and sales teams.
• Negotiate supplier contracts to reduce costs.

Skills

ERP systems

Data analytics

Advanced Excel

Analytical thinking

Vendor management

Education

Some college credits

Bachelor's degree preferred in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

Guardian is seeking a highly analytical Supply Chain Manager to own end-to-end supply chain operations, including logistics, procurement, and inventory strategies to maximize profitability and on-time delivery.

The successful candidate will bridge vendors, production, finance and customer demand, design global strategies, and lead cost-saving initiatives in a hybrid Delaware, OH environment with three days in the office and two remote.