Supply Chain Manager

Dizario Search; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Dizario Search is seeking a Supply Chain Manager in South Dakota to oversee purchasing, supplier management, inventory, and logistics while driving cost reductions and efficiency improvements. This role partners with sales, production, and other departments to align supply chain activities with business goals.

Ideal candidates will have 5+ years of experience in supply chain leadership, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with ERP software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years of supply chain management experience.
• Strong cost-savings and efficiency-improvement history.
• Proficiency in procurement, supplier management, and negotiation.
• Strong analytical, financial, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing and supply chain operations, including policies, procedures, workflows, and best practices.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies focused on cost reduction and performance.
• Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers for materials and finished goods.
• Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, service, capacity, and reliability.
• Oversee inventory levels, forecasts, and budgets; manage logistics and carrier negotiations.
• Collaborate with sales, production, and other departments to align activities with business needs.
• Lead and develop purchasing staff, including performance management.

Skills

Supply chain management

Cost reduction

Supplier management

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Excel

ERP systems

Lean/Six Sigma

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in SCM / related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

A growing manufacturing organization in South Dakota is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee and optimize its end-to-end supply chain operations. This role will lead purchasing, supplier management, inventory, logistics, and continuous improvement initiatives while working closely with cross-functional teams to support business objectives, control costs, and improve efficiency. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing and supply chain operations, including policies, procedures, workflows, and best practices
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies focused on cost reduction, efficiency, and operational performance
• Source, negotiate, and manage suppliers for raw materials and finished goods
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships and supplier agreements
• Monitor supplier performance across cost, quality, service, capacity, and reliability
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving initiatives
• Oversee inventory levels, inventory accuracy, and cycle counting
• Coordinate transportation and logistics, including carrier selection and freight negotiations
• Monitor supply chain KPIs and identify opportunities for process improvement
• Partner with sales, marketing, production, and other departments to align supply chain activities with business needs
• Lead and develop purchasing staff, including performance management and employee development
• Identify improved purchasing processes and buying opportunities
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using changing market conditions and organizational needs as inputs
• Stay current on supply chain trends, best practices, and market conditions

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field or equivalent experience
• 5+ years of supply chain management experience
• Demonstrated success driving cost savings and improving operational efficiency
• Strong procurement, supplier management, and negotiation experience
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and financial skills
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
• Experience with ERP or other supply chain management software
• Familiarity with Lean and/or Six Sigma principles
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Strong leadership and team development skills