Supply Chain Manager

IFab Corporation; Gastonia (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

IFAB Corp. in Gastonia, NC is seeking a skilled Supply Chain Manager to design, coordinate, and optimize our end-to-end supply chain—from procurement to distribution.

You will lead cost reduction initiatives, manage key suppliers, and drive on-time delivery in a metal fabrication environment. The role requires 5+ years of leadership in industrial manufacturing, hands-on ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JobBOSS), and strong negotiation and team leadership abilities.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven leadership experience in Supply Chain Management within industrial manufacturing or related heavy-industry settings.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JobBOSS) and analytics/demand planning tools.
• Strong negotiation, strategic thinking, vendor management, and team leadership.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field (SCM, IE, business).
• APICS CPIM/CSCP or Lean Six Sigma certifications are a strong plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, coordinate, and optimize end-to-end supply chain operations.
• Lead procurement, vendor management, inventory control, and distribution.
• Develop cost-reduction, risk-mitigation, and continuity strategies.
• Ensure quality and regulatory compliance across materials and shipments.
• Lead and develop the supply chain team and foster cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Vendor management

Team leadership

Negotiation

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management

Industrial Engineering

Business Administration

Tools

SAP

Oracle

NetSuite

JobBOSS

Job description

Supply Chain Manager (Metal Fabrication & Manufacturing)

Location:Gastonia, North Carolina

Job Type: Full-time

Industry: Manufacturing / Metal Fabrication

Why Join IFAB Corp.?

At IFAB Corp., we are a leading manufacturing company specializing in high-precision metal fabrication, assembly, and coating services. Our state-of-the-art facility features cutting-edge technology, including advanced lasers and coil stamp machinery. We take immense pride in our culture of quality, safety, operational excellence, and continuous innovation.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to drive our end-to-end supply chain operations, optimize costs, and elevate our production capabilities.

Role Overview

As our Supply Chain Manager, you will play a pivotal role in designing, coordinating, and optimizing our entire supply chain pipeline—from procurement and vendor management to inventory control and final distribution. You will directly impact our bottom line by enhancing productivity, mitigating risks, reducing operational lead times, and driving customer satisfaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute end-to-end supply chain strategies aligned with corporate goals to boost operational efficiency and minimize overall costs.

• Procurement & Supplier Relations: Manage vendor relationships, negotiate high-value contracts, and streamline procurement processes for direct/indirect materials in a metal fabrication environment.

• Inventory Control & Demand Forecasting: Establish robust inventory policies to optimize stock levels, prevent shortages, reduce carrying costs, and accurately forecast demand using market data.

• Logistics & Distribution: Coordinate warehousing, transportation, and freight operations to shorten lead times and improve order fulfillment accuracy.

• Cost Optimization & Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify cost-reduction opportunities, evaluate supply chain risks, and implement robust contingency plans to prevent disruptions.

• Quality & Compliance: Partner with quality control teams to ensure all incoming materials and outgoing shipments meet rigorous technical standards and regulatory requirements.

• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and empower the supply chain team, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Safety & Sustainability: Active commitment to Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards, maintaining a safe, compliant, and sustainable production environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: 5+ years of proven leadership experience in Supply Chain Management within industrial manufacturing, metal fabrication, or a related heavy-industry setting.

• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with modern ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JobBOSS) and advanced data analytics/demand planning tools.

• Core Skills: Strong negotiation tactics, strategic thinking, vendor management, and team leadership.

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.

• Certifications (Preferred): APICS (CPIM/CSCP) or Lean Six Sigma certification is a strong plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package + annual performance bonus.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) matching program.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.

• Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing, tech-driven manufacturing leader.