Supply Chain Program Manager

Supply Chain Program Manager - Micro Systems Engineering, Inc.

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Supply Chain Program Manager to help drive our continued growth and operational excellence. In this role, you’ll lead initiatives that strengthen long‑term partnerships with customers and suppliers, aligning supply chain strategies with core business objectives. The ideal candidate brings a blend of technical expertise and business acumen to optimize supply chain processes, enhance system automation, and foster collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.

You’ll spearhead the development and execution of customer, supplier, and commodity strategies, while identifying opportunities to elevate performance, support business development, and contribute to MSEI’s profitability and long‑term success.

• Maintain and implement exception‑based management of materials and material flow to leverage MSEI systems and provide transparency throughout the organization. Ensure proper support of materials to support development projects, and phase in / phase out of new programs.
• Manage the growth, profitability and execution of MSEI’s 3rd‑party contract manufacturing portfolio of electronics components and assemblies for OEM customers.
• Manage the internal S&OP cycle requirements within MSEI, including material and production readiness assessments to enable OTIF performance, by utilizing MSEI’s data systems.
• Manage internal and external customer expectations by aligning customer service with realistic supply chain lead times and production schedules.
• Develop commodity and supplier strategies for long‑range business direction. Partner with senior management and technical staff to develop and lead strategy implementation.
• Lead, coordinate and execute project plans to completion, including documentation, presentation and communication. Participate as a contributing team member on other projects as assigned.
• Ensure inventory and quality management strategies are executed which support the business plan and operating objectives.
• Initiate and manage total costs which result in price reductions, value and productivity improvements, cost avoidances and cost performance trade‑offs.
• Maintain the supplier base including contract management, performance reviews and development strategies for ongoing improvements in business performance and for the consolidation of business awards and a reduced supplier base.
• Lead supplier selection and partnering toward suppliers with broad strategic capabilities, best support and competitive advantage.
• Understand and communicate to Operations organization supply market trends and potential implications.
• Develop agreements that clearly identify the intent and responsibilities of both parties and assure compliance with all appropriate legal requirements.

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field (preferred) or equivalent, with M.S. (business) or MBA preferred.
• Five to ten years of experience as a senior‑level procurement agent or supply chain executive in the high‑tech industry.
• Proven cross‑functional team leadership and team‑building skills.
• Superior verbal and written communication skills with all levels of the company and its customers, especially senior management.
• Experience in understanding and interpreting complex business tactics, developing and managing effective relationships utilizing communication, leadership and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated inventory management skills focused on COGS reduction and efficiency.
• Understanding of electronics and/or commodity technology and its application, including products and process.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, Access, and PowerPoint. Expert‑level Excel skills highly desirable.
• Knowledge and use of financial analysis and accounting principles.
• Knowledge and anticipation of market trends and economic conditions.

• SAP or other leading‑edge ERP system expert level knowledge in materials and supply chain.

• Must be able to travel internationally and domestically, less than 15% of the time.

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