Job Title: Supply Chain ManagerJob DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee inventory and purchasing procedures, determine supply needs, purchase supplies and materials, and supervise receiving procedures across multiple manufacturing sites. The ideal candidate will manage and foster collaboration among staff focused on purchasing, materials management, and configuration management.
Responsibilities- Manage and coach a team comprised of Buyers, Engineering Production Services, Quoting Specialists, and Proposal Administrators.
- Develop the team by setting goals and metrics, tracking progress, and emphasizing professional development.
- Maintain inventory levels to ensure on-time production while minimizing on-hand inventory.
- Drive for increased inventory turns and explore new suppliers and processes to optimize quality, reliability, prices, continuity, and delivery.
- Provide management with accurate data and metrics to drive continuous improvement and decision-making.
- Stay current on industry trends and notify relevant team members of potential issues or changes.
- Manage the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) and supplier relationships, lead negotiations, and track quality, price, and delivery metrics.
- Modify processes and procedures for shipping, receiving, transport, and inventory control to reduce waste and increase throughput.
- Interface with Program Managers on planning and forecasting customer orders to meet shipments.
- Ensure compliance with company standard practices and procedures in connection with all materials and department functions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Essential Skills- At least 5 years of directly related supply chain management experience in the contract manufacturing industry.
- Minimum of 3 years of supervisory experience with strong people management skills, supervising at least 5 people.
- Experience in electronics manufacturing.
- Proficiency in inventory control, logistics, materials requirement planning, supply chains, contract negotiations, and purchasing.
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Extreme proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Access.
- Typing speed of 40+ words per minute.
- ERP experience, ideally with implementation; experience with Epicor is a plus.
Additional Skills & Qualifications- Bachelors degree and five years of directly related experience in the contract manufacturing industry are preferred.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
- Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and deep understanding of forecasting and budgeting.
- High level of comfort with supply chain and inventory management systems.
Work EnvironmentThis is a 100% onsite position with working hours from 8 AM to 5 PM. The role requires up to 25% travel a year to other plants in CT, NC, and for supplier audits. The position offers autonomy and expects the individual to work independently. Benefits include 5 weeks of paid time off, medical, dental, and vision plans, a health-savings plan with employer contributions, a 401(k) retirement plan and matching program, paid holidays, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability plans. Additional voluntary benefit selections and an employee assistance program are available.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Frederick, MD.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $140000.00/yr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Five (5) weeks of PTO per yearEight (8) paid holidays per year401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with employer matchMedical/Dental/Vision coverage (first of the month following hire date)HSA & FSA Plans (with HSA employer contribution)Company-paid life insuranceSupplemental insurance options
Job Type & LocationThis is a Permanent position based out of Frederick, MD.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Oct 26, 2026.
Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Frederick,MD.
