Strategic Supply Chain Manager: Optimize & Deliver

Standex; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, planning, inventory management, and logistics in a manufacturing setting. The role focuses on delivering on-time performance, cost efficiency, and quality while aligning with business objectives.

You will drive SIOP processes, manage supplier relationships, and coach a high-performing team. ERP/MRP systems will be used to enhance planning accuracy and reporting, with a strong emphasis on compliance and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 8–12+ years of progressive supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, demand planning, inventory control, and logistics.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, cost reduction, and supplier management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals and customer demand.
• Drive Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes to ensure cross functional alignment.
• Manage supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, performance evaluation, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and improve KPIs, including On-time delivery, Inventory turns, Forecast accuracy, Supplier performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production schedules and new product introductions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to improve planning accuracy and reporting.
• Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Procurement

Demand planning

Inventory control

Logistics

Process improvement

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM/related field

MBA preferred

Tools

ERP systems (SAP/Oracle)

Job description

Position Summary: The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics. This role ensures alignment with business objectives by driving efficiency, cost reduction, and on-time delivery while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.

What You'll do

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals and customer demand
• Drive Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes to ensure cross functional alignment
• Manage supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, performance evaluation, and risk mitigation
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including
  • On-time delivery
  • Inventory turns
  • Forecast accuracy
  • Supplier performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production schedules and new product introductions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to improve planning accuracy and reporting
• Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 8–12+ years of progressive supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of procurement, demand planning, inventory control, and logistics
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, cost reduction, and supplier management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

What we Value

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Global supply chain experience, including import/export compliance
• Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, electronics, or automotive