Supply Chain Manager

Actalent; United States; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is hiring a Supply Chain Manager in Wilton, CT, to act as the logistics representative on a supplier account team and independently resolve complex supply chain challenges in a high-tech manufacturing environment.

This role focuses on improving supplier performance, driving capacity planning, and mitigating risks across multiple tiers, with a hybrid on-site/remote work model in Wilton, CT.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field is required.
• Minimum of 8 years in manufacturing, technology, supply chain, logistics, sourcing, or similar.
• Experience managing performance of contract manufacturers in high-tech industries.
• Strong knowledge of logistics management, supplier performance, and capacity planning.
• Demonstrated experience leading supplier improvement initiatives and managing supply chain risks.
• Experience using ERP systems, supply chain planning tools, and data analysis applications.

Responsibilities

• Build trusting relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders at multiple levels.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance using defined metrics and drive improvements.
• Lead demand and supply-related escalations and coordinate stakeholders to resolve disruptions.
• Develop supplier capacity growth and flexibility plans to meet current and future demand.
• Assess supplier Move Rate capability and implement improvement programs for delivery, lead time, and excellence.
• Identify supply chain risks across supplier tiers and design mitigation strategies.
• Lead cross-functional projects to enhance logistics processes and overall supply chain performance.
• Serve as primary logistics contact within the supplier account team.

Skills

Logistics management

Supplier performance management

Capacity planning

Data analysis

Cross-functional leadership

Stakeholder influence

Global coordination

Problem solving

Supply chain risk management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical) or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

We are urgently hiring for a Supply Chain Manager for a TOP semiconductor company in Fairfield County! If you are looking for the next step in your career, in manufacturing and high tech space.

Job Description

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will act as the logistics representative within a multidisciplinary supplier account team. You will independently resolve complex supply chain challenges, drive supplier performance improvements, and strengthen supplier capabilities to support business growth and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Build trusted, long-term relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders at multiple organizational levels to ensure effective collaboration and alignment.
• Monitor supplier delivery performance using defined metrics and lead targeted improvement actions to close performance gaps.
• Lead demand and supply-related escalations, coordinating stakeholders to drive timely resolution of supply chain disruptions.
• Develop and maintain supplier capacity growth and flexibility plans that support current and future business demand.
• Assess supplier Move Rate capability and implement capability improvement programs focused on delivery performance, order lead time, and operational excellence.
• Identify supply chain risks across multiple supplier tiers and design and implement mitigation strategies to protect continuity of supply.
• Lead cross-functional improvement projects that enhance logistics processes and overall supply chain performance.
• Serve as the primary logistics point of contact within the supplier account team, ensuring supply chain considerations are integrated into broader business decisions.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Electronics, Mechanical), Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in manufacturing, technology, supply chain, logistics, sourcing, procurement, or another complex operational environment.
• Proven experience managing performance of contract manufacturers in high-tech industries.
• Strong knowledge of logistics management principles, supplier performance management, and capacity planning.
• Demonstrated experience leading supplier improvement initiatives and managing supply chain risks.
• Experience using enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, supply chain planning tools, and data analysis applications.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and manage priorities across global organizations.
• Deep understanding of supplier management, supplier relationship building, and supply chain planning and processes.
• Hands-on experience with logistics management and working with suppliers in complex supply chain environments.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills applied to supply chain and logistics challenges.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Background in high-tech manufacturing or technology-driven operations.
• Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning platforms.
• Familiarity with end-to-end supply chain management in global environments.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Comfort working with data analysis tools to monitor performance and drive decision-making.
• Strong communication skills for engaging with stakeholders at multiple organizational levels.
• Track record of driving supplier capability improvements in areas such as delivery performance and lead time reduction.

Work Environment

This role is based in Wilton, CT and follows a hybrid work model (3x2), combining on-site collaboration with remote flexibility. You will work at the cutting edge of technology in a creative, dynamic environment where you tackle new challenges and complex problems alongside supportive colleagues. Collaboration is central to the culture, and you will not work in a silo; instead, you will engage with multidisciplinary teams and have the space to bring creative and unique points of view. The organization offers flexibility and trust, allowing you to choose how best to approach tasks and solve problems while contributing to continuous improvement in a high-tech, fast-paced setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Wilton, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $145000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

We offer a competitive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with company match, paid time off, company-paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, employee assistance resources, and additional voluntary benefits.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Wilton,CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 28, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications withoutregard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability,sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protectedby law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification oradjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability,please email [e-mail] for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in thecity and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicantswith arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process,including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applicationsand qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, youacknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.