Supply Chain Manager

Socket.dev; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Standex International is seeking a seasoned Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, planning, and logistics. You will drive SIOP, supplier management, and continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

The role requires 8–12+ years of manufacturing supply chain experience, strong leadership, and expertise with ERP systems such as SAP or Oracle. You will ensure regulatory compliance and mentor a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 8–12+ years of progressive supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle) required.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management.
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals and customer demand.
• Drive SIOP processes to ensure cross-functional alignment.
• Manage supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, performance evaluation, and risk mitigation.
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor KPIs including on-time delivery, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production schedules and new product introductions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to improve planning accuracy and reporting.
• Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Demand planning

Inventory control

Logistics

SIOP

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business/Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Standex International is a global industrial growth company operating through our market-leading brands in electronics, cutting-edge forming technologies, engraving, and scientific refrigeration. We work with our customers to advance progress through innovation. From inventing and producing parts for next-generation space vehicles to evolving vaccine refrigeration, designing functional textures for everyday products, improving renewable energy technology, and much more, we are focused on making what's next possible.

Position Summary: The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all aspects of the supply chain, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics. This role ensures alignment with business objectives by driving efficiency, cost reduction, and on-time delivery while maintaining high quality and compliance standards.

What You'll do

• Lead end-to-end supply chain operations including procurement, planning, logistics, and inventory management
• Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with organizational goals and customer demand
• Drive Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes to ensure cross functional alignment
• Manage supplier relationships, including selection, negotiation, performance evaluation, and risk mitigation
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs), including
  • On-time delivery
  • Inventory turns
  • Forecast accuracy
  • Supplier performance
• Collaborate with manufacturing and engineering teams to support production schedules and new product introductions
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing supply chain team
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to improve planning accuracy and reporting
• Manage supply chain risks and develop contingency plans

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
• 8-12+ years of progressive supply chain experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of procurement, demand planning, inventory control, and logistics
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Demonstrated success in process improvement, cost reduction, and supplier management
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

What we Value

• APICS certification (CPIM or CSCP)
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Global supply chain experience, including import/export compliance
• Experience in regulated industries such as aerospace, electronics, or automotive

Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.