Supply Chain Manager

The Panther Group; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panther Group seeks a skilled Supply Chain Manager to lead site-level supply chain operations in Wisconsin, focusing on procurement, planning, supplier management, and inventory control within electronics manufacturing contexts.

You will mentor a procurement team, drive cost reductions, optimize ERP/MRP processes, and collaborate with cross-functional partners to improve delivery, quality, and overall operational performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 7–10 years of progressive supply chain management experience.
• Experience leading a procurement or supply chain team.
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience preferred.
• APICS or ISM certification preferred.
• MBA or master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead site-level supply chain operations including procurement, planning, supplier management, materials planning, and inventory management.
• Develop and execute strategies to support operational objectives, cost management, quality, and delivery performance.
• Mentor and develop a high-performance procurement team emphasizing accountability and continuous improvement.
• Oversee procurement activities and ensure timely availability of materials and services for manufacturing.
• Drive cost-reduction initiatives and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Advanced Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related

MBA or master's degree (preferred)

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Supplier management tools

Job description

Our client, a well-established manufacturing company serving the aerospace, defense, and industrial markets, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead all aspects of supply chain operations. This is a key leadership opportunity for an experienced supply chain professional with a strong background in electronics manufacturing, procurement, and supplier management.

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of site-level supply chain operations, including procurement, sourcing, supplier management, materials planning, and inventory management. Develop and execute supply chain strategies that support operational objectives, cost management, quality, and delivery performance. Lead, mentor, and develop a team of procurement professionals, establishing a high-performance culture focused on accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Oversee procurement activities and ensure the timely availability of materials, equipment, and services to support manufacturing operations. Develop and maintain strategic supplier relationships, leading supplier selection, evaluation, negotiations, and performance management. Drive cost-reduction initiatives, purchasing efficiencies, and continuous improvement throughout the supply chain function. Partner with site leadership and cross-functional teams to improve operational performance, material availability, inventory management, and customer satisfaction. Establish and monitor key supply chain performance metrics, communicating results and improvement initiatives to business leadership. Support the development and implementation of supply chain systems, processes, and best practices, including ERP/MRP utilization and data-driven decision-making. Oversee inventory management and work collaboratively with internal teams responsible for materials, stockroom, shipping, and receiving operations. Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance, reduce risk, optimize inventory, and strengthen overall supply chain effectiveness. Collaborate with other business units and supply chain leaders to drive consistency, efficiencies, and best practices across the organization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline required.
• Minimum of 7–10 years of progressive supply chain management experience, including leadership responsibility within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading and developing a high-performing procurement or supply chain team.
• Aerospace and defense manufacturing experience strongly preferred.
• Experience with electronics manufacturing and electronic component procurement highly desirable.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, procurement, materials management, and inventory control.
• Strong understanding of ERP/MRP systems, supply chain processes, and data analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills and the ability to work across multiple data sources are important.
• Experience with quality systems, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across all levels of an organization.
• Demonstrated ability to identify operational challenges, implement solutions, and drive measurable improvements.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to develop talent, establish accountability, and build effective working relationships.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic manufacturing environment where priorities and production requirements can change quickly.
• APICS or ISM certification preferred.
• MBA or master's degree preferred.