Supply Chain Manager

Position Summary

The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for the overall strategy, planning, and execution of the company's end-to-end supply chain, encompassing sourcing, procurement, inventory control, and global logistics
. This strategic leadership role ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and uninterrupted flow of materials from domestic and international vendors to the production floor and through to final delivery, ensuring full compliance with international trade regulations and hazardous materials shipping requirements
.

• Strategy & Leadership

  Develop and implement the overall supply chain strategy, aligning it with company production targets, financial goals, and growth objectives.

• Management & Development

  Manage, train, and mentor the supply chain and materials team (including Material Handlers and Inventory personnel), establishing performance goals and ensuring high levels of productivity and accuracy.

• Performance Management

  Establish, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the entire supply chain, including on-time delivery (OTD), inventory turnover, cost of goods sold (COGS), and inventory accuracy.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  Lead regular cross-functional meetings with Production, Sales, and Finance to ensure supply chain plans meet business demands.

• Procurement & Vendor Management (Strategic Purchasing)

  Own the strategic sourcing and selection of new vendors and suppliers. Conduct vendor audits and competitive bidding processes to secure the highest quality materials at the lowest total cost.

• Vendor Contracts & Risk

  Negotiate and manage all long-term vendor contracts and commercial terms, establishing strong relationships to ensure supply security and mitigate risk.

• Market Analysis & Contingency

  Analyze market trends, commodity prices, and supply chain risks (e.g., geopolitical, natural disaster) to develop contingency plans and maintain a resilient supply chain.

• Accounts & PO Management

  Process vendor invoices and coordinate with the Accounting department for payment.

• Purchasing Operations

  Oversee the generation and submission of daily purchase orders (POs) and expediting activities performed by the team.

• Inventory & Demand Planning

  Lead the Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process by collaborating with the Sales team on demand forecasting and translating that forecast into a concrete material requirement plan.

• Inventory Policy & Availability

  Set and optimize inventory policies, including safety stock levels and reorder points, utilizing the ERP system to minimize excess and obsolete (E&O) inventory while ensuring 100% material availability for production.

• Inventory Validation

  Oversee and validate the accuracy of cycle count programs and annual physical inventories.

• Non-Conforming Inventory

  Identify, quarantine, and coordinate the disposition of non-conforming or obsolete inventory.

• Global Logistics & Trade Compliance

  Manage all domestic and international shipping operations, selecting optimal modes of transport (air, sea, ground) and negotiating freight rates with global carriers and 3PL providers.

• Regulatory Compliance

  Ensure 100% compliance with all U.S. and international trade regulations, including export control laws and customs requirements.

• Export/Import Documentation

  Oversee and be responsible for all export/import documentation, including the accurate preparation of Commercial Invoices
  , Bills of Lading, Packing Lists, and Certificates of Origin.

• Hazardous Goods

  Manage the safe and legal transportation of hazardous goods (DG - Dangerous Goods) by ensuring proper classification (e.g., UN numbers), packaging, labeling, and documentation in accordance with IATA, IMDG, or 49 CFR regulations.

• Backup Shipping

  Serve as a backup for the primary shipper, ensuring the ability to execute and finalize both domestic and international shipments, including scheduling pickups and generating necessary paperwork, if the dedicated shipping personnel are out of the office.

• Incoterms

  Determine appropriate
  
  Incoterms (e.g., EXW, DDP, FOB) for all transactions to clearly define risk, cost, and responsibility between the company and its suppliers/customers.

• Customs & Forwarding

  Act as the primary point of contact for customs brokers and freight forwarders to resolve clearance issues and minimize transit delays.

• Note:
  
  List uses allowed tags only; items retained here are directly transcribed as requirements.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of progressive experience in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics.
• Required expertise in international shipping, customs brokerage, and Incoterms.
• Certified knowledge or experience with the preparation of hazardous goods (DG) documentation and compliance (e.g., IATA, 49 CFR certification preferred).
• Proven ability to negotiate contracts and manage vendor relationships across multiple geographies.
• Proficient in using ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Net Suite) and…