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Plant Supply Chain Manager

Job in Barrington, Lake County, Illinois, 60010, USA
Listing for: Goodwin Recruiting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-23
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Production Manager, Manufacturing Operations / Plant Manager, Operations Engineer, Operations Manager
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 90000 - 110000 USD Yearly USD 90000.00 110000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Barrington

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced Inventory Manager to oversee inventory control and material flow within a high-volume plant environment. This role is key to ensuring inventory accuracy, supporting production continuity, and driving operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage inventory across raw materials, WIP, and finished goods
  • Lead cycle counts, audits, and discrepancy resolution
  • Supervise and develop inventory staff across multiple shifts
  • Partner with production, shipping, and purchasing teams
  • Drive process improvements and inventory accuracy initiatives
  • Monitor and report on key inventory KPIs

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of inventory control experience in manufacturing
  • 2+ years of leadership experience
  • ERP experience (SAP preferred)
  • Strong Excel and analytical skills

Preferred:
Background in automotive or aerospace manufacturingA growing manufacturing organization is seeking a hands-on Materials & Logistics Manager to lead inventory management, production planning, logistics, shipping/receiving, and material flow operations within a fast-paced manufacturing facility.

This leadership role is responsible for ensuring material availability, inventory accuracy, on-time delivery performance, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. The ideal candidate will bring a strong manufacturing background, proven leadership experience, and a passion for driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead all materials, logistics, inventory control, shipping, receiving, and production planning activities

• Manage inventory levels to support customer demand and production schedules

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean manufacturing principles

• Develop and maintain material flow strategies, replenishment systems, and inventory management processes

• Monitor and improve KPIs including inventory accuracy, inventory turns, fill rates, material variance, and on-time delivery

• Partner with Operations, Production, Sales, and Supply Chain teams to ensure efficient material flow throughout the facility

• Lead logistics and transportation activities, including carrier management and freight optimization

• Supervise and develop team members across materials, inventory, shipping, and receiving functions

• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and operational standards

• Support ERP-driven planning and inventory management processes

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required

• Manufacturing experience required

• Experience leading materials management, logistics, supply chain, inventory, or production planning functions

• Prior supervisory or management experience

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles

• Experience with ERP systems; SAP experience is highly preferred

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities

• Advanced communication and leadership skills

Compensation & Benefits:

• $90,000 - $110,000 base salary

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

• 401(k) with company match

• Life insurance and disability coverage

• Tuition assistance opportunities

• Long-term career growth with an established manufacturing organization

  • If you have a background in manufacturing supply chain, materials management, logistics, or production planning and enjoy building high-performing teams and processes, we'd like to hear from you.
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