Material Management Specialist

Supply Chain Manager

Our client is an award-winning global manufacturing leader seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee production planning, inventory strategy, S&OP, and supply chain performance across multiple facilities. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys solving complex supply chain challenges, leading teams, and driving operational improvements. You'll partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Finance, Engineering, and Sales to ensure products are delivered on time while optimizing inventory, capacity, and cost.

If you're looking for a role where you can influence strategy, lead change, and make a measurable impact, we'd love to connect.

For immediate consideration, please email your resume and interview availability to () ASAP today or tomorrow. I am conducting interviews this week and looking to hire immediately.

Minnetonka, MN (Hybrid)

$140,000 - $160,000 + Bonus Potential

4 Days Onsite | 1 Day Remote

✈ Up to 25% Travel

What You'll Be Responsible For

Production Planning & S&OP

+ Lead production planning and scheduling across multiple manufacturing locations

+ Drive the monthly S&OP process and align production with customer demand

+ Balance inventory, capacity, labor, and material availability to meet business goals

+ Identify and resolve supply chain constraints before they impact customers

Inventory & Supply Chain Management

+ Develop inventory strategies that improve service while reducing excess inventory

+ Partner with Procurement and Operations to ensure material availability

+ Monitor key supply chain metrics and implement improvements

+ Drive inventory optimization and cost-saving initiatives

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

+ Lead and develop production planning, inventory, and logistics teams

+ Build strong partnerships across Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Sales

+ Champion Lean and continuous improvement initiatives

+ Use data and analytics to identify opportunities and make recommendations to leadership

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field

5+ years of experience in:

+ Supply Chain Management

+ Production Planning

+ S&OP

+ Manufacturing Operations

APICS/CPIM/CSCP Certification

SAP experience

Multi-site manufacturing experience

Lean Manufacturing experience

Experience leading inventory reduction and continuous improvement initiatives

Why Candidates Love This Opportunity

✅ Strategic leadership role with visibility across multiple manufacturing facilities

✅ Opportunity to influence supply chain strategy and business performance

✅ Hybrid work schedule with flexibility

✅ Stable, growing global manufacturer with a strong reputation and long-tenured leadership team

✅ Opportunity to lead meaningful initiatives involving inventory optimization, production planning, S&OP, and operational excellence

To sign up for an initial phone screening, please free free to plug time into my calendar: https://ta

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Minneapolis, MN.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $140000.00 - $165000.00/yr.

Will update more with specific company benefits!

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Minneapolis,MN.

Final date to receive applications

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 24, 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 Clearly Rated 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,…