Supply Chain Manager

Wavelynx Technologies, LLC.; Colorado; On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA-eligible plans

401k with 6% match

Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days

Job summary

Wavelynx is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead sourcing, procurement, contract manufacturing, supplier quality, and logistics across a global supply base. The role reports to the VP of Operations at the Broomfield headquarters with up to 10% travel annually.

Essential duties include developing supplier relationships, managing RFI/RFP/RFQ processes, negotiating supply agreements, and driving cost reductions while understanding electronics manufacturing processes. Earn $100k–$120k yearly.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in supply chain, operations management, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years in supply chain management, sourcing, and negotiation.
• 3+ years in electronics design or manufacturing, with in-house and offshore exposure.
• Hands-on ERP experience; NetSuite preferred.
• Knowledge of electronics design & manufacturing (PCBA, box build, ICs).
• Experience with various manufacturing technologies (SMT, molding, die cast, etc.).
• Strong understanding of costing concepts and should-cost methods.
• Experience with international freight, shipping, and tariffs.

Responsibilities

• Identify new suppliers meeting engineering, cost, volume, and quality goals.
• Develop supplier relationships, scorecards, and business reviews.
• Create and execute the RFI/RFP/RFQ process.
• Negotiate supply agreements across spending categories with senior leaders.
• Direct allocation of materials, supplies, and products.
• Establish performance metrics to measure supply chain factors.
• Ensure contracts are drafted, negotiated, and executed with partners.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through negotiations and substitutions.
• Understand technical drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Maintain inventory turns and prevent lead-time gaps.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Data-driven decision making

Communication

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

Global supplier management

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, or related field

Tools

NetSuite ERP

Job description

Wavelynx is seeking a Supply Chain Manager (SCM) to be responsible for managing all Supply Chain functions. This individual will manage and execute all Sourcing, Purchasing, Procurement, Contract Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Supplier Relationships, Vendor Management, Material Management, Inventory Control, inbound and outbound freight, customs and tariffs optimization, and logistics across a global supply base.

This position reports to our VP of Operations and is located at our corporate headquarters in Broomfield, CO with up to 10% travel required on an annual basis (more during new product introduction, less during steady state.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify new potential suppliers that meet engineering, cost, volume, and quality goals, understanding the value chain and acceptable overhead and supplier profits.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships and performance, including but not limited to dispute resolution, supplier scorecards, and periodic business reviews
• Create and execute the RFI/RFP/RFQ process
• Manage and negotiate supply agreements across all spending categories within company decision-making criteria and in collaboration with the VP Ops, General Counsel, and other leadership as needed.
• Direct allocation of materials, supplies, and products
• Establish performance metrics for measurement, comparison, and evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain
• Ensure contracts are drafted, negotiated, and executed well with key supplier partners
• Drive continual cost reduction and cost avoidance initiatives through price negotiations, BoM substitutions, and other creative methods.
• Understand technical drawings and specifications as well as manufacturing processes.
• Maintain required quantity of supplies and materials to optimize production while maximizing inventory turns and preventing gap-outs or excessive lead times
  

Qualifications:

• Proven Track Record: Demonstrated success in leading multiple Supply Chain functions in a fast-growing electronics manufacturer.
• Negotiating Skills: Formal training and demonstrated experience in negotiating contracts across multiple cultures and spend categories.
• International experience: Demonstrated history of success in identifying, negotiating, and managing a supply base across the globe, with particular emphasis on Asia and emerging manufacturing geographies.
• Maniacal Focus on Cost: Long history of significant cost reductions down to the component level and constant cost reduction analysis and initiatives, with measurable results. Fluency and experience in Should-cost analysis is key.
• Leadership: Strong leadership and team-building skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team, especially including a global supply base.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy
• Data-Driven: Comfortable working with data and analytics to drive decision-making and measure performance.
• Communication: Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships across the organization.
  

Education and Experience:

• Undergraduate Degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, a related degree, or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management, Sourcing, and Negotiation
• 3+ years of experience in electronics design or manufacturing, with both in-house and offshore experience.
• Hands-on ERP experience, NetSuite preferred.
• Knowledge and understanding of electronics design and manufacturing (PCBA, box build assembly, IC’s, etc)
• Experience and understanding of various manufacturing technologies (SMT, automation equipment, stamping, injection molding, die cast, etc.)
• Strong understanding of costing concepts, i.e., cost reduction strategies, should-cost methods, cost modeling, etc.
• Experience with international freight, shipping, and import regulations, customs duties & tariffs.
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Why Join Us?

At Wavelynx, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to making a difference in access control technology. We offer a collaborative work environment where innovation is encouraged and achievements are recognized. If you’re eager to take on a challenging and rewarding role in a cutting-edge industry, we’d love to hear from you!

Salary: $100-`120k

Benefits include great rates on company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision with HSA-eligible plans available, generous retirement with up to 6% 401k match, and holidays, vacation, and sick leave.