Supply Chain Manager

Röchling Automotive; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Röchling Automotive in Akron, OH seeks an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead planning, logistics and material flow in a fast-paced automotive manufacturing setting. You will drive end-to-end supply chain performance, oversee materials planning, production scheduling, inventory control and vendor coordination.

The role requires 5+ years in supply chain/ logistics within manufacturing, preferably automotive, with SAP/ERP expertise, Lean experience, and strong leadership to develop

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain, materials, logistics, or related functions within manufacturing.
• Minimum 5 years in automotive industry, preferably Tier 1 supplier.
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams (3–5 years).
• Experience with ERP systems, SAP preferred.
• Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, KPI management, root-cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations to ensure efficient material flow.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise internal and external logistics, including material planning, transportation, warehousing, and inventory control.
• Ensure materials availability to support production schedules while minimizing costs.
• Lead materials and production planning activities balancing demand, capacity, inventory, and supplier availability.
• Manage customer requirements including delivery schedules and forecasts.
• Coordinate with customers, suppliers, purchasing, production, quality, engineering to resolve supply chain issues.
• Oversee supplier performance and corrective actions.
• Monitor inventory levels and optimize material flow to reduce excess/obsolete stock.
• Lead shipping/receiving operations and ensure compliance with procedures and regulations.
• Develop and maintain logistics processes, SOPs, and performance standards.
• Track KPIs and drive corrective actions to improve delivery, inventory, productivity, and cost.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
• Lead cross-functional logistics and supply chain teams; promote accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support Lean initiatives within supply chain and logistics.

Skills

Supply chain management

Materials planning

Production planning

Logistics

Inventory control

Lean manufacturing

Analytical skills

Communication

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Advanced Excel

Job description

Röchling Automotive is looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to join our team and lead the planning, logistics, and material flow activities within a fast-paced automotive manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supply chain management, materials and production planning, logistics, inventory control, and warehouse operations, along with a proven track record of leading teams and driving continuous improvement in an automotive manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and optimize end-to-end supply chain and logistics operations, ensuring the efficient flow of materials from suppliers through production and to customers.
• Plan, coordinate, and supervise internal and external logistics flows, including material planning, transportation, shipping, receiving, warehousing, and inventory management.
• Ensure timely availability of materials to support production schedules and customer requirements while minimizing inventory and logistics costs.
• Lead Materials Planning and Production Planning activities, balancing customer demand, production capacity, inventory levels, and supplier availability.
• Manage and monitor customer requirements, including delivery schedules, forecasts, releases, and changes in demand.
• Coordinate closely with customers, suppliers, purchasing, production, quality, engineering, and other internal departments to resolve supply chain issues and prevent disruptions.
• Oversee supplier performance and material availability, identifying risks and developing appropriate corrective actions.
• Manage inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and material flow while identifying opportunities to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
• Lead shipping and receiving operations and ensure compliance with established procedures, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain logistics processes, workflows, standard operating procedures, and performance standards.
• Monitor key supply chain and logistics KPIs, identify gaps, and implement corrective actions to improve delivery performance, inventory, productivity, and cost.
• Manage logistics and supply chain costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction and operational efficiency.
• Lead and develop cross-functional logistics and supply chain teams, promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Support and lead Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives within supply chain and logistics operations.
• Utilize ERP/SAP systems and advanced Excel tools to analyze supply chain data, identify trends, and support business decisions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety requirements, quality standards, and applicable automotive industry requirements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, Business, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Materials, Logistics, or related functions within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in the automotive industry, preferably within a Tier 1 automotive supplier.
• Previous experience in injection molding or plastics manufacturing is strongly preferred.
• 3–5 years of leadership experience managing supply chain, materials, logistics, or cross‑functional teams.
• Strong experience with Materials Planning, Production Planning, Inventory Management, Warehouse Management, Shipping & Receiving, and Transportation/Logistics.
• Experience working directly with automotive customers and suppliers, including customer releases, forecasts, delivery requirements, and supplier performance.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, KPI management, and root‑cause analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong understanding of supply chain metrics, inventory control, logistics costs, and operational performance.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment and manage multiple priorities.