Position Summary: IEM is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager for our San Antonio, TX and will report into the VP of Supply Chain.
This role brings a strong emphasis on Lean Manufacturing to optimize and enhance our supply chain operations, with a focus on streamlining processes, improving efficiency, and driving cost reductions while ensuring timely delivery and high quality standards. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in supply chain management, project execution, and Lean methodologies in a manufacturing environment.
This position will be based temporarily in NE San Antonio while our new manufacturing plant is coming online. Our permanent location is approximately 25 minutes away at Brooks, 7515 Inner Circle Dr., San Antonio, 78235. The position is also 100% in-office and does not offer remote work. Key Responsibilities: - Lead and manage supply chain programs to ensure optimal efficiency, cost effectiveness, and quality performance
- Lead the supply chain organization with responsibility for planning, scheduling, and capacity management processes, driving continuous improvement in production control, schedule adherence, and overall supply chain performance
- Implement and promote Lean Manufacturing principles across supply chain processes to enhance workflow, reduce waste, and drive continuous improvement, including Kanban, flow optimization, and pull systems
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including procurement, logistics, production, and engineering teams, to align supply chain strategies with business objectives
- Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliability, performance, and cost control
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring business continuity and resilience
- Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and key performance indicators
- Oversee demand planning, inventory management, and materials flow to maintain optimal stock levels and reduce excess inventory
- Monitor long lead incoming materials to ensure alignment with current production schedules and anticipate foreseeable risks
- Participate in value stream mapping to help improve the flow of material through the manufacturing process
- Drive cross-functional initiatives to improve operational efficiency and enhance customer satisfaction
- Flexible and adaptable team player who operates with agility and resourcefulness and thrives in an often-changing environment. You will be operating with a start-up mindset and must be willing to help wherever needed - "not my job" is an unacceptable response.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or a related field, or 10+ years of relevant experience
- 5+ years of experience in supply chain management within a manufacturing environment
- Experience in progressive materials management methods, incorporating point-of-use materials and visual material replenishment tactics
- Strong expertise in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and data analytics tools, such as Infor, SAP, or Oracle
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make data-driven decisions
- Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
- APICS and PMP certification is a plus
- Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization
Compensation actually offered for this role will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.
