Supply Chain & Logistics ManagerPosition SummarySchneller is seeking a forward-thinking Supply Chain & Logistics Manager to lead procurement, materials, inventory, and warehousing operations in a complex manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving productivity, cost savings, supply continuity, and data integrity while building a high-performing team and leveraging ERP and MES systems to deliver measurable business results.
The ideal candidate brings a strong sense of ownership, urgency, and strategic mindset-balancing hands-on execution with long-term planning to support profitable growth and operational excellence.
What You'll Do- Lead and develop the Supply Chain team, including procurement, buyers, and materials personnel
- Own sourcing, supplier management, purchasing, inventory control, and warehousing operations
- Drive cost savings, productivity improvements, and inventory optimization initiatives
- Negotiate supplier contracts and manage domestic and international supplier relationships
- Mitigate supply chain risk and ensure uninterrupted material flow
- Serve as process owner and subject matter expert for ERP and MES systems, ensuring data accuracy and system optimization
- Establish and report on key supply chain and operations KPIs (on-time delivery, inventory turns, cost, productivity)
- Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT, and Leadership
- Support new product development through early supply chain involvement
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, ISO standards, and trade regulations
- Travel domestically and internationally up to 10-20% as needed
What We're Looking For- 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience, including 5+ years in a management role
- Experience in a manufacturing environment (high-mix, low-volume preferred)
- 5+ years of ERP system management or implementation experience
- Proven ability to lead change, improve processes, and deliver results through data
- Strong negotiation, supplier development, and cross-functional leadership skills
- Knowledge of trade laws: keeping up to date with customs regulations, trade restrictions, and export controls.
- 5 years of experience leading, managing, and developing a high-performance team in a multi-site environment.
- 3-5 years of experience in initiating and implementing change initiatives.
Education & Credentials- Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Business, or related field (MBA a plus)
- APICS CSCP, CPIM, CFPIM, or similar certification strongly preferred
- Must meet U.S. export control authorization requirements (ITAR/EAR)
