Supply Chain Manager

Martinus; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Martinus, a leading railway infrastructure company, is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end procurement, logistics, and materials management across multiple projects.

You will develop strategies, manage supplier relations, optimize inventory, and ensure timely delivery to project sites, while mentoring the team and ensuring compliance with contractual obligations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or related discipline.
• 7+ years' experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics management.
• Demonstrated experience within rail infrastructure, heavy civil construction, transportation, or major infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier selection processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage procurement schedules to ensure project materials are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Collaborate with project teams to forecast material and equipment requirements.
• Manage inventory, warehousing, and logistics to support project delivery.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and supplier diversification.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Mentor and develop supply chain and procurement team members.

Skills

Supply chain management

Leadership

Contract negotiation

Forecasting

Vendor management

Project procurement

Communication

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Martinus is a leading full-service railway infrastructure company that designs, builds, and maintains large scale railways across the globe. With a strong reputation for innovation, safety, and project delivery, we are expanding our North American operations and are seeking an experienced supply chain manager to support our growing portfolio of rail and civil infrastructure projects.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key leadership role in developing and managing a high-performing supply chain that supports project success through strategic procurement, supplier partnerships, and operational excellence.

About the Role

As the Supply Chain Manager, you will be responsible for leading the end-to-end supply chain function across multiple projects. You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, optimize inventory and logistics, and ensure the timely delivery of materials and equipment to project sites.

Working closely with project teams, commercial managers, and operational leaders, you will help drive cost efficiencies, minimise supply risks, and ensure compliance with company standards and contractual obligations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement supply chain and procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing, tendering, contract negotiation, and supplier selection processes.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors.
• Manage procurement schedules to ensure project materials are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, cost, and delivery metrics.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and service levels.
• Collaborate with project teams to forecast material and equipment requirements.
• Manage inventory, warehousing, and logistics to support project delivery.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through contingency planning and supplier diversification.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements, and applicable regulations.
• Mentor and develop supply chain and procurement team members.

About You

You are a commercially focused supply chain professional with strong leadership skills and experience supporting major infrastructure projects. You thrive in fast-paced environments and enjoy building collaborative relationships across the business and supplier network.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years' experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics management.
• Demonstrated experience within the rail infrastructure, heavy civil construction, transportation, or major infrastructure sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen and contract negotiation experience.
• Experience managing strategic suppliers and subcontractors.
• Knowledge of inventory management, logistics, and project procurement.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proficiency with ERP and procurement management systems.

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.