Supply Chain Manager

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Business Unit:
Ophthalmic & Precision Solutions

Posting Date:
Jul 20, 2026

Job Description:

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading end-to-end supply chain operations, including procurement, production planning, inventory management, and logistics. This role ensures alignment between customer demand, production capacity, and material availability to achieve on-time delivery and cost objectives. The Supply Chain Manager drives process improvements, develops high-performing teams, and implements strategic sourcing and planning initiatives to enhance operational efficiency and support business growth.

• Achieve on-time delivery performance targets in alignment with business objectives
• Reduce material lead times by optimizing supplier stock plans and developing alternative sourcing strategies
• Improve customer lead times through effective material planning and coordination with production scheduling
• Optimize inventory levels using item and supplier analysis methodologies
• Manage and reduce shipping and tariff costs through data-driven analysis
• Prevent stock-outs and production line disruptions

• Lead and develop the procurement team to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials
• Oversee the production planning team to align schedules with inventory, labor, and customer demand
• Manage shipping and receiving operations to ensure accurate and efficient processing
• Build and maintain supplier relationships; negotiate contracts to achieve favorable terms

• Monitor and manage inventory to balance production requirements and inventory levels
• Integrate planning across procurement, production, and logistics to optimize efficiency and reduce lead times
• Implement best practices in shipping and receiving to minimize delays and errors
• Improve order entry processes to enhance accuracy and streamline workflows
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and teamwork
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure supply chain effectiveness
• Prepare and present reports on supply chain performance, risks, and improvement initiatives
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards

• Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with production and financial goals
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, quality improvements, and increased efficiency through strategic sourcing
• Evaluate and manage outsourcing relationships, ensuring performance meets quality and delivery expectations

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, or a related function within a manufacturing or production environment
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a leadership or people management role
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make data-informed decisions
• Experience with ERP and MRP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics and/or SAP)
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in planning and execution
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Advanced degree in a related field
• Professional certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCP, CPIM)

Employee Type:
Salaried

Currency: USD

Salary Minimum: 100,000

Salary Maximum: 140,000

Incentive:
No

Disclaimer:

Where a specific pay range is noted, it is a good faith estimate at the time of this posting. The actual salary offered will be based on experience, skills, qualifications, market / business considerations, and geographic location.

AMETEK, Inc. is a leading global provider of industrial technology solutions serving a diverse set of attractive niche markets with annual sales over $7.5billion.

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