Supply Chain Manager

Open ― Talentify has a posting for this job. Posted 31 Oct 2026.

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Supply Chain Manager Job Description

This Supply Chain Manager role leads materials, inventory, production planning, logistics, and customer delivery within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The position oversees approximately $40M in inventory and works closely with plant and executive leadership to drive operational excellence, ensure strong OTIF performance, and support continuous improvement across the supply chain.

• Lead the Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process, capacity planning, production planning, and materials management to align supply with customer demand and plant capabilities.
• Manage overall inventory accuracy, including cycle counts, physical inventory, and control of obsolete inventory to optimize working capital and reduce waste.
• Ensure material availability to support production schedules and maintain strong on-time, in-full (OTIF) performance for customer deliveries.
• Oversee freight, packaging, storage, and logistics costs, identifying opportunities to reduce expenses while maintaining service levels.
• Manage inbound and outbound shipping operations, including coordination of logistics partners and carriers.
• Oversee storeroom operations to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient handling of materials and components.
• Partner closely with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and leadership to align supply chain activities with plant and business objectives.
• Support and maintain compliance with ISO, TS16949, and C-TPAT requirements within supply chain processes.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives across supply chain operations, including process enhancements, cost reduction, and performance optimization.
• Utilize ERP systems, including SAP, to manage materials, inventory, and production planning data accurately and efficiently.
• Monitor key performance indicators related to safety, quality, OTIF, inventory accuracy, and logistics performance, and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Provide hands‑on leadership on the plant floor, engaging directly with operations teams to resolve issues and improve processes.
• Communicate effectively with plant and executive leadership, providing clear updates on inventory, production planning, and logistics performance.
• Lead, mentor, and develop supply chain and materials team members to build a high-performing organization.
• Bachelors degree in Business or a related field.
• 5+ years of management experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong background in Supply Chain and Materials Management.
• Experience with inventory control, including cycle counts, physical inventory, and management of obsolete inventory.
• Proven experience with S&OP, capacity planning, and production planning.
• Experience managing logistics, including freight, packaging, storage, and shipping operations.
• Strong Excel skills for data analysis and reporting.
• Experience using ERP systems for supply chain, materials, and production planning.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to lead teams and drive results.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills for effective cross‑functional collaboration.

• Tier 1 automotive manufacturing experience preferred.
• SAP experience preferred.
• Experience supporting ISO, TS16949, and C-TPAT compliance.
• Experience in a high-volume, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement and implement process changes.
• Comfort working in a highly visible role with regular interaction with plant and executive leadership.
• Ability to partner effectively with Production, Purchasing, Engineering, and Operations teams.

This role operates in a fast‑paced manufacturing…