Supply Chain Manager

Therma-Stor LLC; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC solutions provider located in Madison, Wisconsin, is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee its contract manufacturing relationships. The ideal candidate will develop end-to-end supply chain strategies to meet quality, cost, and service goals. Responsibilities include demand planning, procurement management, and supplier performance monitoring. Candidates should have at least seven years in supply chain roles, a Bachelor's degree in Business, and excellent analytical and communication skills. This role is crucial in driving efficiencies and sustainability initiatives within the organization.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven years of experience in supply chain or related field in a continuous process, high mix manufacturing environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interact with diverse groups.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies that align with business goals.
• Oversee demand planning and forecasting.
• Manage procurement and purchasing activities.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Finance, and Engineering.
• Optimize inventory levels.
• Monitor supplier performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain.
• Implement best practices to reduce procurement costs.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Drive sustainability initiatives.
• Manage administrative and engineering change order processes.

Skills

Integrated supply chain management understanding

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field

APICS or CPSM certifications

Job description

WI - Therma Stor
4201 Lien Rd
Madison, WI 53704, USA

Reporting to the Director of Operations, the Supply Chain Manager is responsible for managing business activities of the Company’s contract manufacturing relationships for existing and new products to meet the Company’s quality, cost, delivery, and service goals that support the growth of the business.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement end-to-end supply chain strategies that align with business goals, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and scalability.
• Oversee demand planning and forecasting, collaborating with Sales and Product teams to ensure accurate projections and inventory alignment.
• Manage procurement and purchasing activities, negotiations, purchase order management, and cost control.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Finance, and Engineering to ensure alignment and execution of supply chain initiatives.
• Optimize inventory levels to balance availability, working capital, and service levels.
• Monitor supplier performance and lead supplier development initiatives to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance with contractual terms.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain using lean principles, KPIs, and data driven decision making.
• Implement best practices to reduce procurement costs without compromising quality
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to mitigate potential disruptions such as geopolitical, economic, or environmental factors
• Drive sustainability initiatives, such as responsible sourcing and environmentally friendly practices
• Manage administrative and engineering change order (ECO) processes, including new part setup, RFQs, and documentation control.

Qualifications

• Comprehensive understanding of integrated supply chain management including principles, methods and practices related to procurement and/or purchasing
• Well-developed organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills to interact with diverse groups of people
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to exercise judgment and make critical decisions
• Thorough understanding of how to select and build appropriate supply strategies based on operational needs
• Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field, or equivalent education and experience
• Minimum seven years of experience in supply chain or related field in a continuous process, high mix manufacturing environment
• APICS, CPSM certifications a plus

About Madison Air:

As one of the world’s largest privately held companies, Madison Air exists to help our customers realize the often invisible, but very real return better air has for us all. We believe better air is a transformational force for good and we are on a mission to unleash it. Our unique business model leverages the air expertise of our 8,000 passionate entrepreneurs who do air better than anyone; an ingenious collection of entrepreneurial businesses with iconic brands; winning innovation and superior customer experience that make businesses, communities, and the world safer, healthier, and more productive.

Therma-Stor LLC is a subsidiary of Madison Air, and is located in Madison, Wisconsin. Therma-Stor was established in 1977 to apply advanced heat transfer technologies to residential and commercial markets. Beginning with heat recovery water heaters, Therma-Stor now manufactures numerous lines of dehumidification solutions, including Santa Fe dehumidifiers. Therma-Stor is a leading provider of HVAC solutions with a specialization in dehumidification systems. With a commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, we have established ourselves as a trusted partner in the industry. Our comprehensive range of products and services caters to various sectors, including commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

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