Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Warehouse Management or equivalent experience
Proven distribution management and warehouse operations experience
Strong inventory and cost management background
Experience collaborating with manufacturing supervisors
Knowledge of Safety and Quality management principles
Proficient in MS Office Suite and Power BI
Excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and team leadership abilities
Responsibilities
Partner with management to align warehouse priorities with safety and quality objectives
Manage end-to-end warehouse operations and ensure compliance with policies
Monitor warehouse capacity and proactively identify constraints
Design and execute supply chain processes to meet targets
Build and maintain supplier relationships and conduct order-book reviews
Lead problem resolution and continuous improvement initiatives
Facilitate the S&OP process for visibility of demand forecasts
Ensure proactive management of Environmental, Health, and Safety policies
Manage Supply Chain department costs while maintaining accountability for KPIs
Lead and develop the team through coaching and support
Benefits
Opportunities for career development and advancement
Collaborative work environment
Focus on continuous improvement and innovation
Commitment to safety and quality in operations
Access to advanced tools and technologies for supply chain management
Full Job Description
Job Description
The Supply Chain Manager leads day-to-day warehouse operations in Houston, including purchasing, planning, shipping, and quality activities. Reporting to the Customer Service & Operations Manager, this role drives business performance through effective management of key operational KPIs: on-time delivery, NCR reduction, material and labor costs, inventory accuracy, and lead-time reduction.
Key Responsibilities
Partner with the Customer Service & Operations Manager to align warehouse priorities, resources, and activities with safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Manage end-to-end warehouse operations and material flow-including receiving, storage, picking, inventory control, and dispatch-ensuring compliance with stocking policies and procedures.
Monitor warehouse capacity, productivity, and resource requirements, proactively identifying constraints and implementing solutions to maintain effective customer delivery.
Design and execute upstream and downstream supply chain processes, managing inventory levels, accuracy, and flows to meet organizational targets and customer requirements.
Build and maintain effective supplier relationships and replenishment processes; conduct regular order-book reviews to identify risks and ensure alignment with sourcing strategy.
Lead problem resolution and root-cause analysis to minimize customer disruption, improve on-time delivery, and drive continuous improvement using Lean tools and methodologies.
Facilitate the S&OP process, providing visibility of demand forecasts, resource requirements, constraints, and recommended actions.
Ensure proactive management of Environmental, Health, and Safety policies, identifying and resolving hazards to maintain a safe workplace.
Manage Supply Chain department costs-including warehouse labor, overheads, external storage, and premium freight-while maintaining accountability for all operational KPIs.
Lead and develop the team, providing coaching, support, and career development opportunities.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Degree level education or equivalent professional experience in Supply Chain, Operations, or Warehouse Management
Proven experience in distribution management and warehouse operations
Strong background in inventory management, cost management, and supply chain execution
Demonstrated experience working closely with manufacturing supervisors and assembly operations
Solid knowledge of Safety and Quality management principles
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence/reporting tools
Excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities with proven team leadership experience
Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and collaboratively
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Microsoft Dynamics AX, D365)
Familiarity with Lean principles and continuous improvement methodologies
APIC certification or Lean/Six Sigma training
Experience implementing inventory optimization or supply chain management tools
