Supply Chain Manager

Matthey; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Match

Health insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Tuition Assistance

Parental Leave

Job summary

Johnson Matthey Plc is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead site SC activities, including production planning, scheduling, inventory control, and logistics. The role partners with Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, Quality, and the Global SC team to optimize working capital and service levels.

The role drives S&OE processes, supports IBP/S&OP, and leads continuous improvement to enhance productivity and inventory performance. Occasional travel is required for international coordination.

Qualifications

• Technical and/or business bachelor’s degree.
• Experience in materials management with project and line responsibilities, including production scheduling and shop floor control.
• Experience with Organisational Change.
• Experience with US and international customs regulations; APICS certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and coach the site Supply Chain team, fostering accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Own the site's S&OE process and develop a robust rolling production schedule balancing demand, inventory, capacity and priorities.
• Partner with Global Supply Chain to support IBP/S&OP with regular reviews of demand, supply, inventory and capacity.
• Maintain and improve Schedule Adherence to meet customer commitments.
• Drive world-class customer service through planning, inventory management, and cross-functional coordination.
• Monitor inventory against targets and lead lean inventory initiatives to reduce working capital and improve turns.
• Review excess/obsolete/slow-moving inventory and take actions to reduce exposure.

Skills

Production scheduling

Materials management

Organisational Change

Customs regulations knowledge

APICS certification desirable

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Operations or related field

APICS Certification (CPIM/CSCP) preferred

Job description

World-changing careers, enabled by Johnson Matthey. With more than 200 years history, join us and help to accelerate the transition to net-zero!

As a Supply Chain Manager, you are a key member of the Site Leadership Team and is responsible for leading all site supply chain activities to ensure safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations that support customer commitments and business objectives.

This role is accountable for production planning and scheduling, inventory management, materials control, logistics, precious metal accountability, and shipping/receiving activities. The Supply Chain Manager partners closely with Manufacturing, Commercial, Finance, Quality, Engineering, and the Global Supply Chain team to optimize working capital, improve operational performance, and deliver world-class customer service.

The incumbent will drive best-in-class planning processes through disciplined execution of Sales & Operations Execution (S&OE), support the broader Sales & Operations Planning / Integrated Business Planning (S&OP/IBP) process, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, inventory performance, and operational responsiveness.

The Role:

As a Supply Chain Manager, you will help drive our goals by:

• Lead, develop, and coach the site Supply Chain team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Own the site's S&OE process and develop a robust rolling production schedule that balances customer demand, inventory targets, available capacity, and operational priorities.
• Partner closely with the Global Supply Chain team to support the IBP/S&OP process through regular demand, supply, inventory, and capacity reviews.
• Maintain and improve Schedule Adherence, ensuring production plans are executed effectively and customer commitments are achieved.
• Drive world-class customer service performance through effective planning, inventory management, and cross-functional coordination.
• Monitor inventory levels against established targets and lead initiatives focused on maintaining lean inventory while reducing working capital and improving inventory turns.
• Conduct regular reviews of excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory and implement actions to reduce inventory exposure.

Key Skills that will help you succeed in this role:

• Technical and/or business bachelor’s degree
• Experience in materials management with project and line responsibilities, including production scheduling and shop floor control.
• Experience with Organisational Change
• Experience with US and international customs regulations and APICS certification are high desirable

Even if you only match some of the skills, we’d love to hear from you to discuss further!

TRAVEL

The incumbent is expected to travel approximately 5% while maintaining a travel budget. International travel required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work in both an office and an industrial setting. All functions take place inside with optimal lighting. The temperature is generally average. This is an on site role with an expectation of 5 days per week and some weekend work may be required for inventory cycle counting to two times per year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit and reach with hands and arms.

What we offer:

We make sure salaries are fair, competitive and aligned to individual roles, experience and responsibilities. We also support hybrid and flexible working and offer comprehensive employee benefits, including health, life, disability and retirements plans that support our employees’ financial and physical wellbeing, such as:

• Retirement Savings (401K Match, plus an additional Employer Contribution)
• 20 days annual PTO (varies for shift- based roles)
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision)
• Voluntary Benefits
• Wellbeing Programs and Incentives
• Tuition Assistance
• Parental Leave

Ready to make a meaningful impact on your career and the environment? Join us and help shape a sustainable future while advancing your career!

At JM, inclusivity is central to our values. We create an environment where everyone can thrive, embracing diverse perspectives to tackle challenges and ensure all colleagues feel valued and connected.

For any queries or accessibility requirements, please contact [e-mail]. We will work with you to make suitable adjustments at any stage of the recruitment process. All conversations are confidential, and your feedback is welcome to help us provide an accessible and positive recruitment experience.

Closing date for applications

This job advertisement will be posted for a minimum of 2 weeks, early application is advised.

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Johnson Matthey Plc is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief.