Supply Chain Manager

Kurt Manufacturing; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 94,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Kurt Manufacturing in Minneapolis, MN is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead materials planning, scheduling, and purchasing, ensuring on-time delivery and optimal inventory levels. You will supervise supply chain staff, train on SCM systems, and analyze processes to streamline manufacturing operations.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills and a proactive approach to problem solving.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking, critical-thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication skills for reports, meetings, and status updates.
• Ability to interact with customers and enhance the company reputation.

Responsibilities

• Manages and directs supply chain staff to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders while maintaining inventory levels.
• Trains staff on supply chain management techniques and use of reports and systems.
• Analyzes existing procedures and identifies opportunities to streamline activities to meet manufacturing needs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree (preferred)

CPIM/CSCP certification (preferred)

Job description

At Kurt Machining our employee experience and ability to solve complex manufacturing challenges set us apart. We provide precision CNC‑machining services utilizing state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing, quality, and automation technology. Since 1946 we have delivered innovative solutions to the world’s most demanding customers and industries including aerospace, defense, semiconductor, oil and energy.

Job Summary

The Supply Chain Manager manages key supply chain functions such as materials planning, scheduling, and ordering, material purchasing, inventory control and warehousing by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions

• Manages and directs supply chain staff to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders while maintaining assigned inventory levels.
• Trains and educates staff on the use of supply chain management techniques, various business systems, varieties of reports and other related tools to ensure timely and economical completion of customer requirements.
• Analyzes existing procedures and opportunities for streamlining activities to meet manufacturing needs.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Reliable attendance is required.

Required

• Analysis, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills to convey information in reports, meetings, and status reports
• Ability to interact with customers and build a positive company reputation

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 or more years of production control / scheduling experience
• Experience with aerospace, defense, and / or semiconductor industries
• Direct supervisory experience with a passion for leadership and team development
• Certified in Planning and Inventory Management (CPIM) and / or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

Hours

7:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday to Friday

Compensation

The anticipated starting salary range for this position is $93,641 to $124,855. The exact salary may be determined on a combination of factors including the candidate's knowledge, experience, skills, abilities, and education.

Physical Demand Factors

The following physical demand factors should be used as a general guideline for employees listed under this job title. Specific requirements will vary based on the employee’s individual work responsibilities.

Strength Level Rating: Sedentary work. Work involves exerting 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force to frequently lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

A worker in this job will frequently (from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time):

• Reach by extending hands and arms
• Handle objects by seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hands
• Pick, pinch, or otherwise work primarily with fingers
• Talk by expressing or exchanging communication by means of the spoken work to impart oral information
• Hear by perceiving the nature of sounds by ear
• Have near acuity with clarity of vision at 20 inches or less
• Adjust vision to bring objects into sharp focus

100% employee owned, Kurt Machining is a division of Kurt Manufacturing headquartered in Minneapolis, MN. Employees thrive in our fast-paced environment with opportunities to learn and advance while delivering industry-leading parts and products. Kurt employees have the opportunity to work with some of the newest manufacturing technology available including 5-axis and multi-tasking machining, automation integration, robotics, and 3D printing. At Kurt Machining we embrace early-involvement engineering, lean manufacturing, and continuous-improvement practices.

What makes Kurt different? It starts with employee ownership, what we put into our products, passion that leads to profound pride, and the endless desire to deliver perfection on time, every time. That’s why we’ll never settle for good enough. It’s this dedication that created our legacy of excellence. If you are ready to transform your career with an industry leader, let us show you how owning something makes a difference.

Kurt Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces all individuals and what makes them unique. At Kurt we are committed to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability, a disabled veteran, or an individual that has other barriers that limit your ability to access our on-line application system, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] to discuss alternative ways to apply for open positions.