Supply Chain Project Manager

Supply Chain Project Manager

The Supply Chain Project Manager is responsible for managing the supply chain workstream within customer projects in a project-focused, engineered-to-order capital equipment business. Acting as the link between procurement, planning, logistics, supplier quality, and the project execution team, this role ensures that materials, components, and sub-systems are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The position requires a combination of project management discipline, supply chain expertise, and stakeholder leadership to support successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

Project & Supply Chain Integration

* Lead the supply chain aspects of assigned customer projects, from order intake through final delivery.

* Ensure supply chain milestones (purchase orders, supplier readiness, logistics handoffs) are achieved on time.

* Develop and maintain detailed project plans aligned with overall project schedules, milestones, and deliverables, monitor and report progress.

Supplier & Procurement Management

* Coordinate sourcing strategies with category managers and buyers to meet project-specific needs.

* Support negotiation of delivery schedules, expediting, and resolution of supplier delays.

* Coordinate with Strategic Sourcing to provide all estimates associated with material costs (internally manufactured or purchased); with quality for all material certifications, inspections; and with logistics for packing and delivery costs.

* Manage supplier onboarding, qualification, and performance monitoring, if new.

Logistics & Material Flow

* Oversee inbound and outbound logistics for project-critical materials and equipment.

* Ensure packaging, transportation, and documentation meet customer and regulatory requirements.

* Collaborate with logistics partners to avoid bottlenecks or delays in global transport.

Risk & Issue Management

* Identify supply chain risks (supplier capacity, long lead items, logistics disruptions) and develop mitigation plans.

* Escalate critical supply risks to project management leadership with recommended solutions.

* Manage change requests affecting supply chain scope, schedule, or cost.

Financial & Performance Tracking

* Track and report supply chain costs, savings, and budget adherence for assigned projects.

* Monitor supply chain KPIs, including on-time delivery, supplier performance, and logistics efficiency.

* Support project cash flow management by aligning supplier payment terms with invoicing milestones.

* Provide regular project reporting to leadership.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

* Work closely with project managers, engineering, manufacturing, and site services to ensure supply chain alignment with project goals.

* Contribute to lessons learned and process improvements across the supply chain function.

* Support digital and ERP enhancements for project-driven supply chain execution.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Engineering, Business, or related field (master's preferred).

* 8+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or logistics, preferably in capital equipment or engineered-to-order industries.

* Strong understanding of project management processes (PMP or equivalent certification desirable).

* Knowledge of supplier development, contract management, and international logistics.

* Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar) and project planning tools (MS Project, Primavera).

* Excellent stakeholder management, problem-solving, and communication skills.

* Ability to work effectively in a global, matrix organization and travel to supplier or customer sites as needed.

Key

Competencies:

* Strategic and critical thinking

* Strong interpersonal and influencing skills

* Adaptability to shifting priorities in a project-driven environment

* Strong project execution discipline within a supply chain context

* Supplier and stakeholder management

* Risk identification and mitigation

* Results orientation with focus on on-time delivery

* Strong analytical and organizational skills

* Continuous improvement mindset

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