Supply Chain Manager

**JD: Supply Chain Manager** Job Description Position Summary The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and optimizing all supply chain activities within a manufacturing environment. This role ensures the timely procurement of materials, efficient production support, inventory control, supplier performance management, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. The Supply Chain Manager works cross\-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and finance teams to support on\-time delivery, cost control, and operational excellence. **Key Responsibilities Supply Chain Operations**  Develop and implement supply chain strategies aligned with production schedules and business objectives.  Manage end\-to\-end supply chain activities including procurement, inventory planning, logistics, warehousing, and supplier management.  Monitor material availability to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.  Coordinate demand forecasting and production planning with manufacturing and engineering teams.  Optimize inventory levels while minimizing shortages and excess stock. Supplier \& Vendor Management  Identify, evaluate, and manage industry\-qualified suppliers and subcontractors.  Negotiate contracts, pricing, delivery schedules, and service agreements.  Track supplier performance metrics including quality, delivery, and responsiveness.  Conduct supplier audits and ensure compliance with aerospace standards such as AS9100 and FAA requirements.  Develop contingency sourcing plans to reduce supply risk. Compliance \& Quality  Ensure compliance with manufacturing regulations, export controls, and traceability requirements.  Support quality assurance initiatives and corrective action processes related to supplier issues.  Maintain accurate documentation for procurement and material traceability.  Collaborate with quality teams to resolve non\-conformance and supplier corrective actions. Logistics \& Inventory Management  Oversee inbound and outbound logistics operations.  Coordinate transportation, customs documentation, and international shipments when applicable.  Coordinate and optimize reliable and cost efficient shipping methods.  Implement inventory management systems and continuous improvement initiatives.  Analyze supply chain performance data and prepare operational reports. Leadership \& Continuous Improvement  Lead and mentor supply chain, purchasing, and logistics personnel.  Drive Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.  Collaborate with finance to manage budgets and reduce operational costs.  Support system optimization and digital transformation efforts. **Required Qualifications**  Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.  5–10 years of supply chain or procurement management experience in a highly regulated manufacturing industry.  Strong understanding of industry standards, quality systems, and supplier compliance requirements.  Knowledge of inventory planning, forecasting, and logistics operations.  Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem\-solving skills.  Strong leadership and communication abilities. Preferred Qualifications  Experience with defense contracts and government procurement regulations.  Knowledge of international shipping and export compliance (ITAR/EAR). **Key Skills**  Strategic sourcing  Supplier relationship management  Inventory optimization  Demand forecasting  Aerospace compliance  ERP/MRP systems  Risk management  Lean manufacturing  Cost reduction strategies  Cross\-functional leadership Work Environment  Manufacturing plant and office environment.  May require occasional travel to supplier sites, customer facilities, or distribution centers.  Ability to work in a fast\-paced, deadline\-driven production environment. Example Performance Metrics  On\-time supplier delivery rate  Inventory turnover  Production downtime due to material shortages  Supplier quality defect rate *  Procurement cost savings