Supply Chain Manager

Talentify; Peabody (MA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentify is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in the United States to lead end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning and logistics. The role focuses on aligning demand with capacity, optimizing material availability, and achieving on-time delivery while controlling costs.

You will drive process improvements, develop teams, and implement strategic sourcing and planning initiatives to enhance efficiency, support growth, and ensure compliance with safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent required in a relevant field.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in supply chain/logistics in manufacturing or production.
• Minimum 3 years in a leadership role.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with data-driven decisions.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics.
• Achieve on-time delivery targets aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and implement strategic sourcing and planning initiatives.
• Build and lead high-performing teams and supplier relationships.
• Monitor KPIs and drive continuous improvement across planning and delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Analytical thinking

Decision making

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Dynamics)

MRP systems

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:

• 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
• 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)