7/15/26
Country: United States
Job Location: Traverse City
Job Family: Supply Chain
Type of contract: Unlimited-term
Working mode: On-site work
Job Id: 53982
Plant Supply Chain Manager
The Supply Chain Manager is a critical role responsible for overseeing and optimizing production planning master data, inventory management, third-party freight management, performance reporting, and process improvements for the overall supply plans of the manufacturing plant. This position ensures compliance with all legal and customer requirements while driving operational excellence.
Reports to: Factory Director
Number of direct reports: 7
Job Responsibilities & Tasks:
- Oversee all supply chain activities to ensure efficiency, cost-effectiveness, timely and complete deliveries, safety, sanitation, employee relations, visual controls, and performance assessment against a defined budget.
- Establish and manage supply chain budgets, setting goals and KPIs that align with company objectives to drive departmental performance.
- Maintain departmental expenses within the defined budget for outbound freight, inbound freight, warehousing, trucking, and external warehouses.
- Ensure adherence to company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA regulations, safety, and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost.
- Review and approve freight and fleet invoices for payment, ensuring accuracy and cost-efficiency.
- Proactively pursue any necessary improvement projects identified.
- Lead continuous process improvement initiatives for supply chain and supply planning, driving operational excellence and efficiency.
- Supervise all logistics activities, including supply chain management (receiving, ordering, and storage), production scheduling, reception and storage of finished goods, and the preparation, shipping, and distribution of finished goods to customers.
- Supervise distribution and shipping functions, ensuring efficient collaboration between shipping and freight carriers for timely truck arrivals, preparation, and departures.
- Manage the supply chain team, including both salaried and hourly employees.
- Ensure compliance with all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) as outlined in company policies, following all safety rules and procedures to work safely and ensure the safety of others.
- Adhere to all environmental protocols relevant to the job to prevent pollution of air, land, or water.
- Maintain high sanitation standards by following all procedures and work instructions to ensure a clean and safe working environment.
- Collaborate with the Production Scheduling Coordinator and Supply Scheduler to set inventory goals for finished goods and supplies necessary for manufacturing.
- Oversee and optimize the usage of inventory to ensure efficient operations.
- Proactively monitor inventory alerts on a daily basis and address exceptions promptly.
- Oversee the management of supplies and finished goods inventories to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Identify and communicate supply chain opportunities/issues/recommendations for resolutions.
- Continuously monitor supply chain performance and recommend actionable plans to ensure production stability, achieve inventory targets, and maintain high levels of customer service.
All other duties assigned.
Qualifications:
Education:
A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Industrial Management, Logistics, Production Management, or a related field is highly preferred. A combination of relevant experience and education will also be considered.
Experience:
- Required minimum of 5 years of supply chain or logistics.
- Food industry highly preferred.
Preferred Skills:
- Proficiency in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems is required.
- Experience with Lean methodologies is a plus.
- Strong project management skills preferred, with a proven track record of successfully managing and delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
- Proven experience working with cross-functional teams is required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint is required. Familiarity with integrated systems, particularly SAP, is preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement strategic plans for supply chain operations, including production planning, inventory management, and logistics. Proficient in forecasting demand and aligning supply chain activities to meet business objectives and customer requirements.
- Proficient in analyzing complex data sets to identify trends, patterns, and insights that inform strategic decision-making.
Physical & Travel Requirements
- Must be able work in normal office conditions for a minimum of 8 hours per day
- Must be able to travel via airplane within the U.S. and internationally intermittently
- Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed largely in an office environment. Hours of work will generally be during regular business hours with at least 40 hours a week. At times there will be some variation in work hours due to special projects, deadlines and other concerns. Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs. and crawl into confined spaces for short periods of time. Limited travel within the US and internationally.
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
