Supply Chain Operations Manager

Accelera; Shoreview (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera is seeking a Supply Chain Operations Manager in Minnesota to bridge local facility operations with the global supply chain. You will optimize material flow, manage supplier performance, and ensure production schedules are met with precision and efficiency.

Lead cross-functional teams, drive capacity planning, and oversee supplier relationships to maintain rigorous program standards and cost efficiency across all commodities produced at the site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in supply chain management or procurement within an engineered products environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams across sourcing, quality, and planning departments.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, with a strong preference for SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Direct a multi-disciplinary team of procurement project managers and supplier performance engineers to achieve site-wide supply chain objectives.
• Act as the central point of contact, aligning site-specific operational requirements with enterprise-level supply chain strategies.
• Spearhead capacity planning initiatives by forecasting material needs, identifying potential bottlenecks, and evaluating supplier capabilities.
• Monitor and track critical production milestones, inspection readiness, and documentation compliance to ensure rigorous adherence to program standards.
• Champion safety, quality, and cost-efficiency initiatives for all commodities produced at the facility.
• Manage and cultivate strategic supplier relationships while ensuring all vendors maintain active status on the Approved and Qualified Supplier Lists.
• Represent the facility in high-level planning sessions, program reviews, and supply chain readiness assessments.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Supply chain

ERP/MRP systems

SAP experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

As a Supply Chain Operations Manager, you will serve as the primary bridge between local facility operations and the broader global supply chain network. You will drive operational excellence by optimizing material flow, managing supplier performance, and ensuring that production schedules are met with precision and efficiency.

About the Role

As a Supply Chain Operations Manager, you will serve as the primary bridge between local facility operations and the broader global supply chain network. You will drive operational excellence by optimizing material flow, managing supplier performance, and ensuring that production schedules are met with precision and efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Direct a multi-disciplinary team of procurement project managers and supplier performance engineers to achieve site-wide supply chain objectives.
• Act as the central point of contact, aligning site-specific operational requirements with enterprise-level supply chain strategies.
• Spearhead capacity planning initiatives by forecasting material needs, identifying potential bottlenecks, and evaluating supplier capabilities.
• Monitor and track critical production milestones, inspection readiness, and documentation compliance to ensure rigorous adherence to program standards.
• Champion safety, quality, and cost-efficiency initiatives for all commodities produced at the facility.
• Manage and cultivate strategic supplier relationships while ensuring all vendors maintain active status on the Approved and Qualified Supplier Lists.
• Represent the facility in high-level planning sessions, program reviews, and supply chain readiness assessments.

Qualifications

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in supply chain management or procurement within an engineered products environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in leading cross-functional teams across sourcing, quality, and planning departments.
• Advanced proficiency in ERP/MRP systems, with a strong preference for SAP experience.

Preferred Skills

• Proven track record in execution leadership and driving complex project outcomes.
• Expertise in supplier development and long-term vendor relationship management.
• Strong background in escalation management and proactive problem-solving in high-stakes manufacturing environments.