Senior Supply Chain Manager

Senior Supply Chain Manager

Location:

St. Charles

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Supply Chain Manager to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations, spanning procurement, transportation, and production planning across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in cost reduction, network optimization, and leveraging WMS/TMS/OMS technologies to drive efficiency. This role involves both high‑level strategic planning and hands‑on operational management to ensure optimal inventory levels and on-time delivery.

• Negotiate procurement contracts:
  Lead complex negotiations for raw materials and indirect spend to secure favorable terms, pricing, and quality.
• Conduct RFPs:
  Manage the entire Request for Proposal (RFP) process, from supplier selection to contract award, ensuring competitive bidding and alignment with business goals.
• Increase supplier pool:
  Develop and execute strategies to diversify and expand the supplier base, mitigating risk and ensuring supply continuity.
• Sourcing Work:
  Manage both long‑term strategic sourcing initiatives and short‑term operational sourcing needs.

• Execute network footprint analysis:
  Analyze and optimize the distribution network (warehouses, 3PLs) to reduce costs and improve service levels.
• Coordinate efficient truck routes:
  Oversee transportation planning to optimize routing for LTL, TL, and dedicated fleets, reducing transit times and logistics costs.
• Manage transportation spend:
  Monitor, analyze, and control freight expenditures to achieve significant cost savings.

• Production planning expertise:
  Develop Master Production Schedules (MPS) and inventory strategies to meet demand while optimizing resource utilization.
• Supplier management:
  Drive performance improvements through KPIs, score carding, and quarterly business reviews with key suppliers.
• Cost savings initiatives:
  Proactively identify and execute cost reduction and avoidance programs across the supply chain.
• Manage KPIs:
  Define, monitor, and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, delivery, and inventory accuracy to ensure business goals are met.

• Manage WMS/TMS/OMS integrations:
  Oversee the implementation and optimization of Warehouse Management (WMS), Transportation Management (TMS), and Order Management Systems (OMS).
• Communication to management:
  Provide regular, comprehensive updates to executive management regarding supply chain performance, risks, and strategic initiatives.

• Education:
  Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, or a related field.
• Experience: 10–15+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or end‑to‑end supply chain management.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Deep proficiency in ERP systems and WMS/TMS/OMS platforms.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated experience leading teams in a multi‑site, matrixed environment.
• Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Strong analytical capabilities to perform network analysis, cost modeling, and demand forecasting.