Supply Chain Manager(CPG)

ClearBridge Executive Search; North Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

PTO

Retirement plans

Job summary

ClearBridge Executive Search seeks an accomplished Senior Supply Chain leader to command end-to-end operations in a fast-paced CPG manufacturing setting. You will drive strategy, oversee production planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory across multiple facilities, while championing Lean Six Sigma and data-driven decision making.

Ideal candidates bring 10+ years of leadership, strong budgeting experience for multi-million-dollar programs, and expert ERP knowledge (SAP/Oracle) to optimize

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in CPG manufacturing.
• Experience managing multi-million-dollar budgets and global supply chains.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, and production planning.
• Strong knowledge of SAP or Oracle ERP systems and data analytics.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Strategy – Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business growth and customer demand.
• Operations Leadership – Oversee production planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management across multiple facilities.
• Continuous Improvement – Implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality.
• Risk Management – Identify and mitigate risks related to suppliers, materials, and production capacity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Operations, Finance, Engineering, and Sales to ensure seamless execution.
• Technology Integration – Leverage ERP and advanced analytics tools to improve forecasting, resource allocation, and decision-making.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Lean Six Sigma

ERP systems

Data analytics

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Supply Chain professional to lead end-to-end supply chain operations within a consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing environment. This role is ideal for a proven leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-volume production settings and is ready to drive operational excellence, cost optimization, and innovation.

Responsibilities

• Supply Chain Strategy – Develop and execute supply chain strategies aligned with business growth and customer demand.
• Operations Leadership – Oversee production planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory management across multiple facilities.
• Continuous Improvement – Implement Lean Six Sigma methodologies to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and strengthen quality.
• Risk Management – Identify and mitigate risks related to suppliers, materials, and production capacity.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration – Partner with Operations, Finance, Engineering, and Sales to ensure seamless execution.
• Technology Integration – Leverage ERP and advanced analytics tools to improve forecasting, resource allocation, and decision-making.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of progressive supply chain leadership experience in CPG manufacturing.
• Proven success in managing multi-million-dollar budgets and complex global supply chains.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, procurement, logistics, and production planning.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and advanced data analytics.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, PTO, and retirement plans.
• Opportunity to lead strategic initiatives in a rapidly growing, innovative CPG company.