Supplier Manager

Supply Base Manager

Join a growing manufacturing organization where you'll play a key role in managing supplier relationships, supporting production operations, and driving supply chain performance. This position offers strong cross-functional exposure and the opportunity to make a direct impact on cost, quality, and delivery initiatives.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out for the Supply Base Manager:

• High-visibility role with direct impact on supplier strategy and business performance
• Opportunity to partner closely with operations, engineering, and leadership teams
• Hands-on position with a mix of supplier management, sourcing, and planning responsibilities
• Collaborative environment where ideas and process improvements are encouraged
• Stable organization with long-term growth potential and internal advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation package including bonus potential

Key Responsibilities for the Supply Base Manager:

• Manage supplier relationships and performance for a variety of manufactured components
• Support production planning through effective inventory and supply management
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery performance, and overall value contribution
• Assist with sourcing strategies, supplier development, and continuity planning
• Partner with internal stakeholders to support operational and business objectives
• Evaluate market conditions and supplier capabilities to ensure competitive sourcing solutions
• Contribute to procurement strategy and cross-functional project initiatives

Qualifications for the Supply Base Manager:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience will be considered
• Procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
• Experience buying components such as motors, transformers, electronics, electrical, mechanical, or metal components
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating with vendors
• Understanding of inventory planning, material management, and production support
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Self-motivated, hands-on professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment
• Ability to travel (about 25% travel in this role)