Supply Chain Manager

**Materials and Logistics Manager** wanted in **Piedmont, South Carolina** to : * Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure timely sourcing of raw materials, components, and supplies, aligning with company production schedules and budget constraints; * Oversee inventory management processes, including stock control, demand forecasting, and replenishment to minimize excess inventory and stockouts; * Coordinate and manage the transportation of goods domestically and internationally, selecting carriers, negotiating shipping rates, and ensuring adherence to delivery schedules; manage warehouse operations, including receiving, storage, order picking, packing, and shipping, while maintaining safety and efficiency standards; * Establish and maintain relationships with vendors, suppliers, and logistics providers to ensure the procurement and delivery of quality materials at competitive prices; monitor and analyze supply chain performance metrics, generating reports to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction; * Ensure compliance with import/export regulations, customs requirements, and company policies related to materials handling and logistics; collaborate with cross\-functional teams such as production, quality assurance, and finance to synchronize supply chain activities with organizational goals; implement and utilize ERP and inventory management software systems (e.g., SAP, QAD) to track procurement, inventory levels, and logistics operations; * Lead and oversee projects related to supply chain optimization, warehouse layout redesign, or implementation of new logistics technologies; * Prepare and manage budgets for procurement and logistics activities, ensuring cost\-effective operations; * Conduct risk assessments related to supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans; * Train and supervise logistics staff and warehouse personnel, promoting adherence to safety procedures and operational standards; * Stay updated on industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes impacting supply chain management. * Develop material planning and procurement strategies for automotive components manufacturer; use knowledge of end\-to\-end supply chain for automotive components manufacturer; * Use ERP systems, SAP, MM, SCM, Oracle ERP Cloud, MPP and supply chain management platform SAP. Requires **36 months of related experience** as a Materials and Logistics Manager, Materials Manager, Planning Supervisor, or Sr. Material Planner. The related experience must include develop material planning and procurement strategies for automotive components manufacturer; use knowledge of end\-to end supply chain for automotive components manufacturer; use ERP systems, SAP, MM, SCM, Oracle ERP Cloud, MPP and supply chain management platform SAP.