Strategic Supply Chain Manager: Sourcing & Inventory

Dakotaland-Manufacturing-2; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Dakotaland Manufacturing in Sioux Falls or Watertown, SD is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain across locations. This hands-on, strategic role will strengthen supplier partnerships, improve sourcing performance, optimize raw material inventory, and develop a high-performing team.

You’ll have the opportunity to impact cost, cash flow, supply continuity, and manufacturing performance, with travel between Sioux Falls and Watertown as needed.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of purchasing/procurement/supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage team members with clear expectations and accountability.
• Develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies, including supplier selection and long-term agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk to achieve cost, quality, delivery and continuity goals.
• Oversee raw material replenishment and inventory strategies to optimize turns and reduce excess inventory.
• Collaborate across locations to align supply plans with production demand and business priorities.
• Establish and monitor KPIs and communicate performance and risks.

Skills

Supply chain leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier negotiations

Inventory optimization

ERP/MRP systems

Data-driven decision making

Cross-location collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

ASCM CPIM/CSCP or ISM CPSM certification

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Dakotaland Manufacturing in Sioux Falls or Watertown, SD is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain across locations. This hands-on, strategic role will strengthen supplier partnerships, improve sourcing performance, optimize raw material inventory, and develop a high-performing team.

You’ll have the opportunity to impact cost, cash flow, supply continuity, and manufacturing performance, with travel between Sioux Falls and Watertown as needed.