Strategic Supply Chain Manager — Multi-Site Manufacturing

Dakotaland Manufacturing; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakotaland Manufacturing is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing and the supply chain across multiple locations with a hands-on, strategic focus. The role can be based in Sioux Falls or Watertown, SD, and offers a strong salary and opportunities to improve cost, cash flow, and manufacturing continuity.

This position emphasizes supplier partnerships, inventory optimization, and the development of a high-performing team, with travel between sites as needed to align with

Qualifications

• 7+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain in manufacturing.
• 3+ years in leadership or department management.
• Proven ability in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage team members by establishing clear expectations, strengthening accountability, and building organizational capability.
• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies, including supplier selection, negotiations, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk to achieve cost, quality, delivery, service, and supply-continuity objectives.
• Manage raw material replenishment and inventory strategies to support production requirements while optimizing inventory investment, turns, and excess and obsolete inventory.
• Collaborate across locations and functions to align supply plans and supplier strategies with production demand and business priorities.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators, communicate supply chain performance and risks, and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

ERP/MRP knowledge

Data-driven decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Procurement, or related field

ASCM CPIM or CSCP, ISM CPSM certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Dakotaland Manufacturing is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing and the supply chain across multiple locations with a hands-on, strategic focus. The role can be based in Sioux Falls or Watertown, SD, and offers a strong salary and opportunities to improve cost, cash flow, and manufacturing continuity.

This position emphasizes supplier partnerships, inventory optimization, and the development of a high-performing team, with travel between sites as needed to align with