Nortech Systems Incorporated

Supply Chain Manager

Nortech Systems Incorporated$109K — $125K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of six years of experience in a manufacturing environment focused on production planning and scheduling.
  • Experience in translating sales forecasts and customer demand into actionable production plans.
  • Proficiency in analyzing and presenting business performance reports.
  • Demonstrated leadership, supervisory, and project management experience.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

  • Direct, train, and guide production scheduling and planning personnel.
  • Promote team safety; handle employee hiring, development, and performance management.
  • Communicate clear goals and provide timely feedback to team members.
  • Coordinate training and ensure staff development resources are available.
  • Prepare operational reports; identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Implement advanced production planning techniques to boost efficiency.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to manage scheduling and inventory turnover efficiently.

Benefits

  • Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and families.
  • 100% company-paid base medical plan for employees.
  • 401k with company match and tuition reimbursement.
  • PTO and opportunities for advancement in a diverse workplace.
  • A commitment to a diverse and inclusive workplace that encourages responsible social engagement.
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead production planning, scheduling, forecasting, and supply chain operations across our manufacturing network.

This position is primarily remote, offering flexibility while collaborating with teams across multiple locations. The role will require periodic travel to Nortech manufacturing sites to support operations, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and build strong cross-functional partnerships.

If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment, enjoy developing high-performing teams, and have a passion for optimizing supply chain performance, we'd love to hear from you.

The pay range for this role is $109,000 - $125,000 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, and other candidate qualifications.

What Nortech Offers:

  • Competitive compensation
  • Outstanding benefits package including medical, dental and vision insurance for employee & family, including a 100% company-paid base medical plan for employees; 401k with company match; tuition reimbursement and PTO
  • A diverse and inclusive workplace fostering responsible social engagement
  • Training and opportunity for advancement


What We're Looking For:

We're seeking a strategic supply chain professional who combines strong planning expertise with a collaborative leadership style.

Job Responsibilities:
• Direct, train, and provide guidance and functional expertise to personnel involved in scheduling and planning of production items.
• Promote team members' safety and welfare; perform employee hiring, development, communications, and performance management responsibilities in accordance with Company policies and practices.
• Communicate goals to team members and provide timely feedback on achievement.
• Coordinate training and ensure resources for staff development.
• Prepare reports on operations and activities; identify and recommend improvements and modifications.
• Implement best in class production planning techniques and systems to drive production efficiencies.
• Work with the Global Supply Chain, Business Development, Manufacturing, and other internal teams on scheduling, and inventory turnover and availability.
• Develop and implement processes to ensure accurate purchasing signals for buyers, leveraging systematic methodologies.
• Manage production planning activities within the ERP system (Epicor), ensuring alignment with operational and demand requirements.
• Oversee demand forecast maintenance and optimize fulfillment strategies to support service and inventory goals.
• Support the transfer and integration of product families across manufacturing sites to ensure continuity and efficiency.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Operations Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of six (6) years of experience in a manufacturing environment, including:
    • Production planning and scheduling.
    • Translating sales forecasts and customer demand into production plans.
    • Applying advanced master scheduling methodologies.
    • Developing, analyzing, and presenting business performance reports.
    • Supervisory, leadership, and project management responsibilities.
    • Utilizing ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Two (2) or more years of production planning and leadership experience in a medical device, aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated manufacturing environment.
  • Direct experience with ERP systems, preferably Epicor.


Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Certain positions at Nortech require access to information, or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and other US government security regulations. These laws do not permit access rights to non-US citizens, or to other unauthorized individuals. Therefore, presently, all applicants must be US Citizens, or US Permanent Residents ("green card holders"), and/or otherwise comply with ITAR requirements for access rights, to be considered for a position.

About Nortech Systems Incorporated

Nortech Systems Incorporated is a full-service electronics manufacturing services (EMS) provider of wire and cable assemblies, printed circuit board assemblies, and higher-level complete box build assemblies for a wide range of industries. The company serves the aerospace/defense, medical, industrial, and communications markets. Nortech Systems has manufacturing capabilities in the United States, Mexico, and China. The company was founded in 1990 and is headquartered in Wayzata, Minnesota.
Learn more about Nortech Systems Incorporated
Size
1,000 employees
Market Cap
$31.9 million
Industry
Net Income
$2.2 million
5 Year Trend
-0.3%
Revenue
$111 million
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