A global organization in the manufacturing industry is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead end-to-end supply chain operations, oversee Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SIOP), production and materials planning, inventory management, warehousing, distribution, and purchasing. This individual will develop and execute strategies that improve operational efficiency, control costs, optimize inventory, and ensure reliable customer delivery while supporting long-term business growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the SIOP process, coordinating demand forecasting, production scheduling, capacity planning, materials requirements, and inventory strategies across manufacturing operations.
- Oversee end-to-end supply chain activities, including production and materials planning, direct purchasing, inventory optimization, warehouse operations, distribution networks, and third-party logistics.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives through SAP/ERP optimization, KPI development, process improvements, and data-driven decision-making to improve service levels, reduce costs, and optimize working capital.
- Partner cross-functionally with Sales, Manufacturing, Procurement, Finance, Quality, and external suppliers to address supply constraints, manage operational risks, support new product introductions, and meet customer requirements.
- Lead and develop the supply chain team while ensuring compliance with applicable quality, environmental, import/export, and trade regulations.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field, with 7+ years of supply chain leadership experience and 5+ years of team management experience.
- Strong manufacturing background, with experience in SIOP, MRP, production planning, inventory control, warehousing, purchasing, and distribution. Chemical manufacturing experience preferred.
- Advanced knowledge of SAP/ERP systems, production scheduling, capacity planning, bills of materials (BOMs), routings, and supply chain master data. Advanced Excel skills required; BI/Tableau experience preferred.
- Demonstrated success improving supply chain performance, reducing operational costs, optimizing inventory, and implementing process and systems improvements.
- Strong leadership, analytical, financial, project management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate across multiple functions. Knowledge of domestic and international trade compliance is a plus.