Full Job Description
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for leading all plant-level supply chain operations, including procurement execution, production scheduling, receiving, warehousing, and shipping. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role ensures the consistent flow of raw materials into the plant and finished goods to customers while driving inventory accuracy, service levels, and operational efficiency. The Supply Chain Manager serves as the key connection between the plant and Corporate Supply Chain teams, including Procurement, Demand Planning, Distribution, Customer Service, and Logistics. This role is responsible for aligning daily plant execution with broader enterprise supply chain strategies and business needs. This position requires a hands-on, results-driven leader with strong analytical skills, sound operational judgment, and the ability to collaborate effectively across functions.
Supply Chain Leadership
37Leads plant-level supply chain functions, including receiving, shipping, production scheduling, inventory management, and plant procurement.
37Develops and executes supply chain strategies that support safety, customer service, on-time delivery, cost, inventory, working capital, and operational performance objectives.
37Builds strong partnerships across plant and corporate functions to align daily execution with business needs.
37Makes data-driven decisions while maintaining the agility needed to respond to changing operational priorities.
37Builds, coaches, and develops a high-performing supply chain team through clear expectations, performance management, and measurable results.
37Champions continuous improvement, operational excellence, accountability, collaboration, and team engagement.
Production Planning and Scheduling
37Coordinates schedule changes resulting from demand fluctuations, equipment downtime, or raw material constraints.
37Develops and maintains finite production schedules that maximize manufacturing efficiency, improve schedule attainment, and meet customer demand.
37Balances labor, equipment capacity, inventory levels, raw material availability, and service requirements to optimize plant performance and support OEE.
Procurement and Materials Management
37Executes plant-level procurement activities in partnership with Corporate Procurement.
37Ensures timely availability of raw materials, packaging materials, and operating supplies to support production schedules.
37Monitors supplier performance, raw material availability, and inventory levels to support production schedules and minimize service risks.
37Manages inventory accuracy, inventory turns, and working capital while supporting targeted service levels.
Receiving, Warehousing, and Shipping
37Directs receiving operations to ensure accurate and timely receipt of materials.
37Oversees warehousing and shipping operations to support warehouse productivity, shipping accuracy, customer delivery commitments, and transportation schedules.
37Ensures inventory accuracy through disciplined warehouse processes, inventory controls, and cycle counting.
37Drives continuous improvement in warehouse efficiency, material flow, storage utilization, freight and logistics cost, and overall supply chain execution.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
37Partners closely with Corporate Procurement on sourcing strategies, supplier issues, and material availability.
37Collaborates with Demand Planning to align production schedules with customer forecasts and demand changes.
37Coordinates with Distribution and Logistics teams to optimize finished goods flow and transportation execution.
37Works closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Finance, and Customer Service to resolve supply chain issues and improve overall business performance.
Continuous Improvement
37Identifies and implements process improvements that reduce cost, improve service, and increase operational efficiency.
37Utilizes Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement methodologies to eliminate waste throughout the supply chain.
37Analyzes key performance indicators, identifies trends or gaps, and implements corrective actions to improve performance.
37Supports capital projects and new product introductions from a supply chain perspective.
UCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
37Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Logistics, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related technical discipline required.
37Five+ years of progressive supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
37Experience leading one or more supply chain functions, such as production scheduling, warehouse operations, shipping, receiving, procurement, or materials management.
37Prior leadership experience managing teams within a manufacturing operation.
37Consumer packaged goods (CPG), food manufacturing, or high-volume manufacturing experience preferred.
37Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma experience preferred.
US Salary Pay Range
$80,000-$95,000 USD
Disclaimer: This position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.