Supply Chain Strategy Manager

Aston Carter; United States; Hybrid; USD 157,597,000 - 186,252,000; Full time

Job summary

Aston Carter is seeking a Supply Chain Network Strategy Manager to lead large-scale distribution and 3PL optimization in Seattle. This 12-month contract hybrid role involves directing strategic sourcing, warehouse consolidation, and network design initiatives with senior leadership.

You will design RFPs, perform cost analyses, and negotiate contracts to improve service levels and total landed costs across North America. Hybrid work schedule with onsite days and extended potential.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in supply chain, logistics, strategic sourcing, procurement or operations.
• Proven experience leading complex RFPs and supplier selection initiatives.
• Deep understanding of warehousing, distribution, transportation, and 3PL operations.
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Advanced Excel skills including financial modeling and cost analysis.
• Experience presenting recommendations to executive leadership.
• Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex warehouse and 3PL sourcing initiatives from strategy through implementation.
• Design and execute comprehensive RFP processes.
• Evaluate logistics providers, warehouse operators, and distribution partners.
• Develop financial models, cost analyses, and executive business cases.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and commercial terms.
• Analyze warehousing, transportation, labor, inventory, and fulfillment costs.
• Conduct supplier due diligence and operational assessments.
• Develop supplier scorecards, KPIs, and governance frameworks.
• Assess network capacity, scalability, and business continuity risks.
• Present recommendations and findings to VP-level stakeholders.
• Partner cross-functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Customer Service teams.

Skills

Leadership

RFP leadership

Strategy development

Executive communication

Project management

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Supply Chain Network Strategy Manager (3PL & Distribution)

Seattle, WA (Hybrid)

$55-$65/hour

12-Month Contract (Strong Potential for Extension)

Lead High-Impact Supply Chain Transformation Initiatives

We're partnering with a well-established Seattle-based organization seeking an experienced Supply Chain Network Strategy Manager to lead large-scale logistics and distribution optimization projects.

This is a highly visible role where you'll work directly with senior leadership to evaluate, design, and optimize warehouse and distribution networks while leading strategic sourcing initiatives with major 3PL providers.

If you're passionate about logistics strategy, network design, RFP leadership, supplier negotiations, and driving multimillion-dollar supply chain decisions, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

Lead two enterprise-wide network transformation projects

Own warehouse consolidation and distribution optimization initiatives

Drive end-to-end 3PL sourcing and RFP processes

Present recommendations directly to executive leadership

Work with a collaborative and highly strategic supply chain team

Hybrid schedule: Work remotely Monday & Friday

Potential for contract extension

What You'll Be Working On

Distribution Network Consolidation

Lead a large-scale initiative to consolidate multiple warehouse locations into a streamlined future-state distribution network. You'll evaluate locations, costs, operational requirements, supplier capabilities, and overall business impact.

3PL & Logistics Optimization

Drive sourcing, cost analysis, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations for warehousing and logistics providers. You'll identify opportunities to improve efficiency, service levels, scalability, and total landed cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead complex warehouse and 3PL sourcing initiatives from strategy through implementation
• Design and execute comprehensive RFP processes
• Evaluate logistics providers, warehouse operators, and distribution partners
• Develop financial models, cost analyses, and executive business cases
• Negotiate contracts, pricing structures, and commercial terms
• Analyze warehousing, transportation, labor, inventory, and fulfillment costs
• Conduct supplier due diligence and operational assessments
• Develop supplier scorecards, KPIs, and governance frameworks
• Assess network capacity, scalability, and business continuity risks
• Present recommendations and findings to VP‑level stakeholders
• Partner cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, and Customer Service teams

What We're Looking For

Required

• 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Logistics, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, or Operations
• Proven experience leading complex RFPs and supplier selection initiatives
• Deep understanding of warehousing, distribution, transportation, and 3PL operations
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience
• Advanced Excel skills including financial modeling and cost analysis
• Experience presenting recommendations to executive leadership
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams

Preferred

• Experience managing large-scale logistics spend ($100M+)
• Knowledge of WMS, TMS, ERP, and supply chain technology platforms
• Power BI experience
• Lean Six Sigma, CPSM, CSCP, APICS, CSCMP, or related certifications
• Experience supporting North America and international logistics networks

Work Environment

This is a hybrid position based in Seattle, WA.

Onsite Tuesday-Thursday

Remote Monday & Friday

Typical business hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Ideal candidates will come from organizations with sophisticated logistics and distribution networks, including 3PL providers, retail, consumer products, manufacturing, or e‑commerce environments.

If you've led warehouse network optimization projects, managed large-scale logistics RFPs, or negotiated strategic 3PL partnerships, we'd love to connect.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Seattle, WA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $55.00 - $65.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long‑term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Seattle,WA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 9, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world‑class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry‑leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment 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 the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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 applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.