Supply Chain Manager

Employbridge; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Employbridge is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing, inventory management, production scheduling, logistics, and supplier performance for a manufacturing facility. This role connects corporate supply chain functions with plant operations to ensure uninterrupted material flow, inventory accuracy, and on-time deliveries while driving continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in a related field and 5+ years in manufacturing supply chain, with strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years of supply chain, materials management, purchasing, or production planning experience in manufacturing.
• Strong background in inventory management, scheduling, customer service, and supplier relations.
• Experience with ERP and inventory software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage Master Production Schedule and material requirements.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet customer demands while maintaining quality.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.
• Ensure supplier performance in quality, delivery, and availability.
• Oversee inventory audits, reporting, and reconciliation.
• Analyze production schedules and inventory trends to identify improvements.
• Collaborate across Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing to optimize inventory and reduce waste.
• Review orders and adjust schedules to changing business demands.
• Drive continuous improvement focusing on productivity and cost savings.
• Maximize Plex and related ERP tools usage.

Skills

Supply chain management

Inventory control

ERP systems

Lean manufacturing

Analytical thinking

Negotiation

Supplier management

Production planning

Education

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

Tools

Plex inventory management system

ERP systems

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead purchasing, inventory management, production scheduling, logistics, and supplier performance for a manufacturing facility. This role serves as the key connection between corporate supply chain functions and plant operations, ensuring uninterrupted material flow, inventory accuracy, on-time customer deliveries, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage the facility's Master Production Schedule and sourced material requirements.
• Coordinate production schedules to meet customer demands while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor inventory levels of raw materials, WIP, and finished goods to support operational needs.
• Ensure supplier performance regarding quality, delivery, and material availability.
• Oversee inventory audits, reporting, reconciliation, and inventory management processes.
• Analyze production schedules, inventory trends, and operational data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Engineering, and Purchasing teams to improve processes, reduce costs, and support production goals.
• Utilize Lean Manufacturing principles to optimize inventory, improve product flow, and reduce waste.
• Review customer orders and recommend schedule adjustments to support changing business demands.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, delivery performance, and cost savings.
• Maximize utilization of the Plex inventory management system and related ERP tools.

What We're Looking For:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of supply chain, materials management, purchasing, or production planning experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in inventory management, scheduling, customer service, and supplier relations.
• Experience with ERP systems and inventory management software.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Prior supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
• CPIM or CPSM certification is a plus.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies preferred.
• Understanding of U.S. Customs compliance and C-TPAT regulations is beneficial.

Key Success Factors

• Customer-focused mindset
• Strong collaboration and communication skills
• Sound decision-making and analytical thinking
• Ability to manage complex projects and changing priorities

This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional looking to make a meaningful impact within a fast-paced manufacturing environment while driving operational excellence and business performance.