Supply Chain Manager

Wieland Group; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting Day 1

401(k) contribution + match

Paid vacation & holidays

Growth opportunities

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

Wieland Group in Delaware, OH is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain activities, ensuring timely and cost-efficient flow of materials from suppliers through production to customers.

The role oversees production planning, procurement, inventory management, logistics and supplier performance, partnering with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance and Sales to balance demand, capacity and cost while driving Lean improvements.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5+ years of manufacturing supply chain experience.
• Proven leadership across planning, procurement, warehouse and logistics.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Establish inventory strategies balancing material availability, service, and working capital.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks including shortages and capacity constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, and Lean initiatives across the supply chain.
• Monitor KPIs and hold teams accountable for results.
• Lead Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, MRP, and material availability to support demand.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Job description

Supply Chain Manager

Job Location

US-OH-Delaware

Overview

Wieland - Creating Value for Generations!

Wieland is a global leader in copper and copper alloy manufacturing, processing, and distribution. We provide a large product and service portfolio including power, automotive, ammunition, coinage, construction materials, refrigeration, electronics and many other industries. To us, metal is more than material.

Wieland is hiring a Supply Chain Manager. The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for leading and optimizing the plant's end-to-end supply chain activities to ensure the timely and cost-effective flow of materials from suppliers through production and to customers. This role oversees production planning, material planning, purchasing, inventory management, logistics, and supplier performance while partnering closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Sales to balance customer demand, production capacity, inventory, cost and service requirements. This role is located in Delaware, OH and will be fully on-site.

Wieland's Cultural Values

Wieland's culture is what makes for a fun and rewarding place to work! As a company, we benefit daily from our employees' knowledge and abilities. With our cultural vision, we place our core values at the heart of everything we do: safety, ambition, optimism, reliability, ownership, diversity, & respect.

Supply Chain Manager Responsibilities

• Establish inventory strategies that balance material availability, customer service, and working capital.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including material shortages, supplier issues, and capacity constraints.
• Drive continuous improvement, cost reduction, process optimization, and Lean initiatives across the supply chain.
• Establish and monitor key performance metrics and hold the organization accountable for results.
• Lead and develop the Planning, Procurement, Warehouse, and Logistics teams.
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, MRP, and material availability to support customer and production requirements.
• Manage procurement activities and supplier performance, including cost, quality, delivery, and lead times.
• Direct warehouse operations, inventory control, material flow, receiving, and shipping.
• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, transportation, freight costs, and customer delivery performance.
• Partner cross-functionally to align supply chain activities with plant and business objectives.

Key Performance Indicators

• Safety performance
• Production schedule attainment
• Planning accuracy and material availability
• Supplier on-time delivery, quality, lead time reduction
• Inventory accuracy and turns
• Freight and supply chain costs
• Working capital

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management or related field strongly preferred.
• 5-plus years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership experience across planning, procurement, warehouse and logistics.
• Strong MRP/ERP, inventory management, supplier management, and Lean/continuous improvement experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication and leadership skills

Benefits

• Benefits - Starting on Day 1! Including Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life & more!
• Retirement Savings - 401(k) contribution + match.
• Work/Life Balance - Paid Vacation & Holidays.
• Growth Opportunities - We have over 9,000+ employees worldwide and 40+ locations in North America alone. Growth opportunities are limitless!
• Wellness Programs - Wieland encourages participation in our unique and personalized approach to wellness, where you are eligible to earn healthcare premium discounts as well as HSA employer contributions based on your status within the program.
• Sustainability - Wieland continues to break ground with eco-friendly solutions and push the barrier in sustainability for future generations.

Wieland is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. Come join Wieland today and help us continue to build a global corporation we are all proud to belong to.