Supply Chain Manager

Wenzel Associates, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wenzel Associates, Inc. in Austin, TX is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee procurement, inventory management, and supplier relations. You will drive planning, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

You'll lead a team, collaborate with production and sales, ensure regulatory compliance, and optimize warehousing functions to support mission-critical electronics production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or related field.
• 4+ years of experience in supply chain management with proven optimization.
• Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, and inventory management; ERP proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Supply Chain planning and strategy to improve demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain mapping.
• Procurement and vendor management to include supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supplier relationship building.
• Risk management and mitigation through identification, analysis, diversification, and contingency planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and sales, to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess or obsolete stock.
• Continuously analyze supply chain data and KPIs to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to supply chain and logistics.
• Optimize warehouse functions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Leadership and team management

Negotiation and vendor relations

Continuous improvement mindset

Multitasking and prioritization

Customer-focused problem solving

Ethical standards

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Description

Job Title: SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGER
Location: Austin, TX – On Site FLSA Status: Exempt

Hey there, Supply Chain Manager! At Wenzel, we're not your ordinary electronics engineering and manufacturing company. We're the kind of place where "Dream Big, Have Fun, Get Stuff Done" isn't just a slogan; it's the way we roll. What does that mean? It means we want you to unleash your superhuman intelligence, help us push boundaries, take calculated risks, and make a real impact on the future of mission‑critical electronics. Plus, you get to do all of this in a people‑first environment filled with passionate, innovative, and committed colleagues.

So, if you're ready to take your career to new heights (literally, we are talking rocket science here), keep reading!

Your Mission, Should You Choose to Accept It:

As our Supply Chain Manager extraordinaire, your job is to unleash your superhuman abilities and support multiple areas of operations. This motivated individual will oversee procurement and inventory management activities. The Supply Chain manager is responsible for communicating supply issues, inventory tracking, collaborating with multiple group managers as well as vendors. They will work to identify and drive continuous improvement opportunities to streamline processes and improve accuracy and efficiency within our operations.

You'll work alongside some of the sharpest minds in the RF and microwave industry. Oh, and did we mention that you'll be based in the heart of Austin, Texas, where the tech scene is as hot as our BBQ?

Here’s What You’ll Be Doing

• Supply Chain planning and strategy to improve demand forecasting, inventory management, and supply chain mapping.
• Procurement and vendor management to include supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiation, cost optimization, and supplier relationship building.
• Risk management and mitigation through identification, analysis, diversification, and contingency planning.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including procurement, production, and sales, to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with business objectives.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement effective inventory control measures to minimize excess or obsolete stock.
• Continuously analyze supply chain data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify opportunities for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, training, and support.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards related to supply chain and logistics.
• Optimize warehouse functions.

Requirements

What We’re Looking for in Our Supply Chain Manager:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience (4+ years) in supply chain management, with a track record of successfully optimizing supply chain operations.
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, procurement, logistics, and inventory management.
• Proficiency in supply chain software and tools, such as ERP systems.

Skills & Qualifications You Need:

• Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision making skills.
• You've got skills in written and verbal communication.
• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Results‑oriented mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement.
• You're self‑motivated, a multitasking wizard, and detail‑oriented like a hawk.
• Prioritization is your middle name, and you thrive in high‑pressure situations.
• You play well with others and are a logical thinker, always ready to tackle customer challenges.
• Ethical standards? You've got them in spades.