Plant Supply Chain Manager

Role Summary

The Plant Supply Chain Manager is a key leader within the plant’s operations. This role serves as the single point of accountability for all supply chain-related activities at the site, ensuring seamless integration across supply chain functions. Responsibilities include supply planning, logistics, warehouse operations, and site-related procurement activities. The role reports (solid line) to the Division Supply Chain Manager and dotted line to the Plant Manager.

The Plant Supply Chain Manager is a member of the plant leadership team, serving as the primary liaison for supply chain matters, and contributes to achieving the plant’s operational and strategic goals.

• Directs the on-site integrated planning team, overseeing short‑term planning execution, including production planning, MRP, DRP, and site planning master data.
• Ensures alignment of planning processes with BU strategy and site operational requirements.
• Monitors and optimizes inventory levels to meet service levels while minimizing costs.
• Drives adherence to planning standards and tools as defined by the BU Integrated Planning organization.

• Oversees logistics and related operations teams for efficient goods movement, storage, and distribution.
• Implements process improvements to optimize storeroom layout and material handling efficiency.
• Ensures compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

• Oversees site‑related procurement activities (both direct and indirect) through a dotted‑line reporting structure with site procurement professionals.
• Guides and supports the on‑site procurement team on sourcing events, vendor negotiations, and contract management for site‑specific requirements.
• Collaborates with Corporate and BU procurement teams to align activities with broader supply chain strategies.

• Serves as the single point of accountability for all supply chain‑related topics at the plant, providing oversight and support to the Plant Manager.
• Acts as the primary liaison for supply chain matters, representing the function within the plant leadership team.
• Fosters collaboration with cross‑functional peers, including Manufacturing, Finance, HR, Engineering, and IT, to align on shared objectives.
• Develops and mentors a high‑performing team, promoting a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

• Contributes to the BU’s supply chain strategy by implementing site‑level initiatives that enhance efficiency and resilience.
• Identifies and executes process improvements to improve customer service, cash, and cost efficiency.
• Supports the plant’s overall operational and business objectives through effective planning and execution.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8‑10 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or manufacturing operations, with a focus on planning and execution.
• Proven experience managing cross‑functional teams in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Strong understanding of MRP, DRP, production planning, contract negotiations, and logistics/warehouse processes.

Skills And

Competencies:

• Advanced knowledge of supply chain tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP).
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to use data to drive decision‑making.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment.

Leadership Behaviors:

• Results‑driven with a focus on achieving operational excellence.
• Strong interpersonal skills to build trust and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to lead and inspire teams toward continuous improvement and high performance.

• This position is based on‑site at the manufacturing plant, with occasional travel as required.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $ – $ assuming full‑time status. Starting pay for…