Strategic Supply Chain Manager – Manufacturing

The Pivot Group Careers; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 94,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Careers is recruiting for a Supply Chain Manager in East Lansing, MI. The role focuses on optimizing procurement, inventory, and logistics to support build schedules in a manufacturing setting.

You will negotiate terms with suppliers, monitor inventory, and drive continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Experience with ERP/MRP and lean/six sigma tools is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent experience in supply chain management.
• Experience in a manufacturing setting with procurement, inventory control, and logistics.
• Hands-on experience with ERP and MRP systems.
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Working knowledge of inventory control and demand planning methods.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and projects.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintain accurate supply chain records and reports in the ERP system.
• Lead continuous improvement projects to reduce lead times and cost.

Skills

Inventory management

Procurement

Logistics

Demand planning

Negotiation

Cross-functional leadership

ERP knowledge

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRP systems

Job description

The Pivot Group Careers is recruiting for a Supply Chain Manager in East Lansing, MI. The role focuses on optimizing procurement, inventory, and logistics to support build schedules in a manufacturing setting.

You will negotiate terms with suppliers, monitor inventory, and drive continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Experience with ERP/MRP and lean/six sigma tools is preferred.