Supply Chain Manager

AMETEK; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AMETEK, Inc. seeks a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics in Peabody, MA.

You will ensure alignment of demand, capacity, and materials to achieve on-time delivery and cost objectives. This role requires building high-performing teams, deploying strategic sourcing, and driving continuous improvements across procurement, planning, and logistics to support AMETEK's growth and operational

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, logistics, or related field.
• 7+ years in supply chain or manufacturing.
• 3+ years in leadership.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain including procurement, planning, and logistics.
• Develop and manage supplier relationships and contracts.
• Improve on-time delivery and cost objectives.
• Drive continuous improvement and KPI tracking.
• Align demand with production capacity and material availability.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Decision making

Team development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management/related field

Advanced degree (preferred)

Professional certification (APICS/CSCP/CPIM)

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

Job description

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and material availability to achieve on-time delivery and cost objectives. The Supply Chain Manager drives process improvements, develops high-performing teams, and implements strategic sourcing and planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth.

Responsibilities

Business Performance Metrics

• Achieve on-time delivery performance targets in alignment with business objectives
• Reduce material lead times by optimizing supplier stock plans and developing alternative sourcing strategies
• Improve customer lead times through effective material planning and coordination with production scheduling
• Optimize inventory levels using item and supplier analysis methodologies
• Manage and reduce shipping and tariff costs through data-driven analysis
• Prevent stock-outs and production line disruptions

Team Leadership and Operations

• Lead and develop the procurement team to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials
• Oversee the production planning team to align schedules with inventory, labor, and customer demand
• Manage shipping and receiving operations to ensure accurate and efficient processing
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; negotiate contracts to achieve favorable terms

Process Deployment and Continuous Improvement

• Monitor and manage inventory to balance production requirements and inventory levels
• Integrate planning across procurement, production, and logistics to optimize efficiency and reduce lead times
• Implement best practices in shipping and receiving to minimize delays and errors

Process Deployment and Continuous Improvement

• Improve order entry processes to enhance accuracy and streamline workflows
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and teamwork
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain effectiveness
• Prepare and present reports on supply chain performance, risks, and improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards

Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with production and financial goals
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvements, and increased efficiency through strategic sourcing
• Evaluate and manage outsourcing relationships, ensuring performance meets quality and delivery expectations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or a related function within a manufacturing or production environment
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or people management role
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-informed decisions
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics and/or SAP)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in planning and execution
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in a related field
• Professional certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCP, CPIM)

Compensation

Employee Type: Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 100,000

Salary Maximum: 140,000

Incentive: No

Disclaimer: Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5 billion.

AMETEK is committed to making a safer, sustainable, and more productive world a reality. We use differentiated technology solutions to solve our customers’ most complex challenges. We employ 22,000 colleagues, in 35 countries, that are grounded by our core values: Ethics and Integrity, Respect for the Individual, Inclusion, Teamwork, and Social Responsibility. AMETEK is a component of the S&P 500. Visit https://www.ametek.com/careers for more information.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process should call 1 [phone].